Software Engineer, Full-Stack Applications Associate Director (Ratings Technology) Fitch Ratings is seeking an experienced Full-Stack Software Engineer (Associate Director) to join our global Ratings Technology team in Toronto.

This is an opportunity to build and enhance mission-critical applications that power the workflows, analytics, and decision-making processes used by analysts across a world-leading credit ratings organization.

As a member of our Ratings Technology team, you will work on modern full-stack applications that support core business capabilities, partnering closely with engineers, product managers, and business stakeholders.

We are looking for a highly experienced software engineer with deep expertise in .NET and React, strong software engineering fundamentals, and a passion for building scalable, reliable, and user-focused solutions.

We are particularly interested in engineers who are excited about the next generation of software development, including the use of AI-powered technologies and large language models (LLMs) to improve applications, automate workflows, and create better user experiences.

What We Offer: Meaningful technical impact – Build applications and services that directly support Fitch Ratings' analytical and operational workflows, used by teams across the organization.

Innovation-first culture and experimentation – Permission to challenge established patterns, explore emerging technologies including AI, and drive proof-of-concepts with access to cutting-edge tools and a community that celebrates curiosity and bold thinking Continuous learning and career growth – Training, certifications, conferences, mentorship opportunities, and clear paths to principal/architect/leadership tracks as you establish yourself as a thought leader Flexibility and world-class workplace – Work from premier offices in London, Manchester, or Toronto with hybrid flexibility, competitive compensation reflecting your seniority, comprehensive benefits, and a culture that values both innovation and work-life harmony We'll Count on You To: · Design, develop, and maintain full-stack applications using .NET and React, and modern software development practices. · Build scalable backend services and APIs that support business-critical workflows and data-driven applications.



· Develop intuitive frontend experiences using React , Type

Script, and modern web technologies. · Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand requirements, define technical solutions, and deliver high-quality software. · Contribute to application architecture and technical design , ensuring scalability, maintainability, security, and performance. · Promote engineering excellence through code reviews, testing, documentation, CI/CD automation, and software development best practices. · Explore and implement AI-powered capabilities where they can create business value, improve user experiences, or enhance operational efficiency.

What You Need to Have: ·12+ years of professional software engineering experience building and supporting enterprise-grade applications. ·12+ years of hands-on experience developing scalable backend services, APIs, and data-driven applications using .NET technologies. · 5+ years of hands-on React experience developing modern, responsive, and scalable web applications in production environments. ·Strong experience with Type

Script/Java

Script, HTML, CSS, and modern frontend development practices. ·Experience designing and developing RESTful APIs and integrating with third-party services. ·Solid understanding of software design principles, design patterns, object-oriented programming, data structures, algorithms, and scalable system architecture. ·Experience working with relational and NoSQL databases. ·Familiarity with Agile development methodologies and modern software delivery practices · AI Fluency – Experience or familiarity with integrating AI-powered capabilities into software applications, including LLM APIs such as OpenAI, AWS Bedrock, Anthropic, or similar platforms.

Understanding of concepts such as prompt engineering, retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), AI agents, and responsible AI practices,



with the ability to evaluate and apply AI technologies to solve real business problems. · Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience . · Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.

What Would Make You Stand Out: Modern engineering practices and Dev

Ops prowess – Deep experience with Docker, Kubernetes/EKS, Git

Hub, sophisticated CI/CD pipelines, and hands-on cloud expertise (AWS/Azure) with microservices and cloud-native architecture AI curiosity and exploration mindset – Genuine interest in how AI/ML, generative AI, or intelligent automation could transform workflows; experience experimenting with new technologies and evaluating practical applications; comfort with emerging technology ambiguity Leadership trajectory – Experience in principal engineer, tech lead, or architect roles; history of contributing to technical strategy or organizational direction; thought leadership through talks, writing, or community involvement Financial services domain expertise – Experience with analytical workflows, regulatory processes, financial products, credit ratings, or understanding of how technology enables better decision-making Agile mastery and change agent experience – Track record of establishing practices, challenging established patterns constructively, and creating space for teams to innovate and take calculated risks If you are a seasoned technologist with a passion for innovation, a desire to shape organizational direction, and the courage to question the status quo, we would love to hear from you! Why Fitch? At Fitch Group, the combined power of our global perspectives is what differentiates us.

Our global network of colleagues comes together to accomplish things greater than they ever could alone.

Every team member is essential to our business, and each perspective is critical to our success.

We embrace a diverse culture that encourages a free exchange of ideas, guaranteeing your voice will be heard and your work will have an impact, regardless of seniority.

We are building incredible things at Fitch and we invite you to join us on our journey.

About Fitch Group

📌 Software Engineer, Full-Stack Applications Associate Director (Ratings Technology) (Toronto)
🏢 Fitch Ratings
📍 Toronto