The Role
The Senior Software Engineer will develop and maintain web-based applications, creating APIs and improving the platform using JavaScript, Node.js, and client-side frameworks like Angular.js and Vue.js.
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The Team
Morningstar's credit research and ratings subsidiary (DBRS Morningstar) is a Nationally Recognized Statistical Ratings Organization (NRSRO) that has earned a reputation for innovation and excellence in the financial market. This group aims to increase market transparency and provides the highest quality ratings through securities research, monitoring services, data,
and technology solutions.
Technology drives our business. Our team is made up of talented software engineers, infrastructure engineers, leaders and UX professionals.
We care about technology as a craft and a differentiator.
Location: Chicago, IL (Hybrid policy- 4 days onsite)
The Role
Responsibilities
Requirements
Compensation and Benefits
At Morningstar we believe people are at their best when they are at their healthiest. That's why we champion your wellness through a wide range of programs that support all stages of your personal and professional life. Here are some examples of the offerings we provide:
Total Cash Compensation Range
$114,100.00-167,350.00
Inclusive of annual base salary and target incentive
Morningstar's hybrid work environment gives you the opportunity to collaborate in-person each week as we've found that we're at our best when we're purposely together on a regular basis. In most of our locations, our hybrid work model is four days in-office each week. A range of other benefits are also available to enhance flexibility as needs change. No matter where you are, you'll have tools and resources to engage meaningfully with your global colleagues.
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Morningstar's credit research and ratings subsidiary (DBRS Morningstar) is a Nationally Recognized Statistical Ratings Organization (NRSRO) that has earned a reputation for innovation and excellence in the financial market. This group aims to increase market transparency and provides the highest quality ratings through securities research, monitoring services, data,
and technology solutions.
Technology drives our business. Our team is made up of talented software engineers, infrastructure engineers, leaders and UX professionals.
We care about technology as a craft and a differentiator.
Location: Chicago, IL (Hybrid policy- 4 days onsite)
The Role
- We are seeking a Senior JavaScript Software Engineer with full-stack experience.
- The position includes the development of new systems and maintenance and improvement of existing applications.
- Candidates should have solid software engineering experience in building commercial-grade Web-based applications.
- You will work with other engineers to develop APIs and modernize the platform to build leading product experiences.
- A successful candidate will be able to play an active role in managing the prioritization of work in order to meet project goals.
- This position is based in our Chicago office.
Responsibilities
- Develop backend API's using node.js framework.
- Develop single page app and responsive UI using client-side frameworks such as Angular.js or vue.js.
- Create cascading style sheets (CSS) that are consistent across all browsers and platforms.
- Use an Agile approach to iteratively maintain and develop new functionality.
- Stay up-to-date on emerging technologies.
- Promote usability best practices.
Requirements
- A bachelor's degree in computer science, mathematics, or other related fields.
- 5-7 years of development experience with HTML5, JavaScript and CSS3.
- 3-5 years of experience with SPA client-side frameworks such as Angular.js or Vue.js.
- 3-5 years experience with server-side technologies such as Node.JS, or Java.
- Proven knowledge of enterprise software concerns such as security, scalability, transaction management, and concurrency.
- Familiarity with design patterns like MVC and MVVM required.
- Experience working in Scrum-based methodologies is a plus.
- Experience working with SASS, and build process management tools like Grunt or Gulp.
- Highly motivated individual with the potential and desire to learn new technologies and take on an increasing level of responsibility within the technology team.
- The ability to work independently communicates effectively and produces superior results.
- Experience within the financial services industry is desirable.
Compensation and Benefits
At Morningstar we believe people are at their best when they are at their healthiest. That's why we champion your wellness through a wide range of programs that support all stages of your personal and professional life. Here are some examples of the offerings we provide:
- Financial Health
- 100% 401k match up to 6% of salary
- Stock Ownership Potential
- Company provided life insurance - 1x salary + commission
- Physical Health
- Comprehensive health benefits (medical/dental/vision) including potential premium discounts and company-provided HSA contributions (up to $500-$2,000 annually) for specific plans and coverages
- Additional medical Wellness Incentives - up to $300-$600 annual
- Company-provided long- and short-term disability insurance
- Emotional Health
- Trust-Based Time Off
- 6-week Paid Sabbatical Program
- 6-Week Paid Family Caregiving Leave
- Competitive 8-24 Week Paid Parental Leave
- Adoption Assistance
- Leadership Coaching & Formal Mentorship Opportunities
- Annual Flex Stipend - $1000 annually to cover personal education & well-being expenses
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Social Health
- Charitable Matching Gifts program
- Dollars for Doers volunteer program
- Paid volunteering days
- 15+ Employee Resource & Affinity Groups
Total Cash Compensation Range
$114,100.00-167,350.00
Inclusive of annual base salary and target incentive
Morningstar's hybrid work environment gives you the opportunity to collaborate in-person each week as we've found that we're at our best when we're purposely together on a regular basis. In most of our locations, our hybrid work model is four days in-office each week. A range of other benefits are also available to enhance flexibility as needs change. No matter where you are, you'll have tools and resources to engage meaningfully with your global colleagues.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, mathematics, or related fields
- 5-7 years development experience with HTML5, JavaScript, and CSS3
- 3-5 years experience with SPA client-side frameworks such as Angular.js or Vue.js
- 3-5 years experience with server-side technologies such as Node.js or Java
- Proven knowledge of enterprise software concerns such as security, scalability, transaction management, and concurrency
- Familiarity with design patterns like MVC and MVVM
- Experience working in Scrum-based methodologies
- Experience within the financial services industry
What the Team is Saying
Anna
Team Lead of Software Engineering
Upasna
Software Engineer, Data Collections - AI R&D
Saurabh
Senior Software Engineer
Wendell
Head of Sales, Institutional Equity Research
Raaghavendar
Associate Software Engineer
Jeff
Head of Technology and Product
Morningstar Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time away options include a paid six‑week sabbatical every four years and flexible time off in North America, with broad usage reported in 2024. Feedback suggests these programs are a distinctive strength by market standards.
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Parental & Family Support — A global minimum beginning in 2025 provides at least 16 weeks paid leave for primary caregivers and up to 8 weeks for secondary caregivers, plus at least 6 weeks paid caregiving leave. This breadth positions family support as a clear pillar of the package.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — An optional Shared Ownership program lets employees direct part of a bonus into RSUs with a 50% company match. This structure adds a notable long‑term ownership component to total rewards.
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The Company
What We Do
At Morningstar, we believe in building great products in-house in a highly collaborative, agile environment where we focus on technical excellence, the user experience, and continuous improvement. Our technologists represent a range of skills and experience levels, but they all view their work as a craft and push technology’s boundaries.
Why Work With Us
Imagining big things is in our blood -- it's transformed us from a company with just a few employees in 1984 to a leading independent investment research company with a worldwide presence today. As of April 2020, we acquired Sustainalytics to drive long-term meaningful outcomes for investors in the ESG space. Join us on this exciting journey!
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Morningstar Offices
Hybrid Workspace
Employees engage in a combination of remote and on-site work.
Typical time on-site:
3 days a week
