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Lead Software Engineer (multiple positions)

Posted 4 Days Ago
Hybrid
Chicago, IL
Senior level
Hybrid
Chicago, IL
Senior level
The Lead Software Engineer will develop web applications, RESTful APIs, and microservices while ensuring software stability and scalability. Responsibilities include deploying software using CI/CD tools, monitoring production issues, consulting on project statuses, and providing guidance to junior engineers. Remote work is accommodated per company policy.
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Job Duties:
Develop Web Applications, Single Page Applications, Restful API's, Microservices, Web Services and Batch Processing Systems. Build well-engineered, stable, scalable software using Microsoft and Cloud technologies including .Net, C#, SQL, JavaScript, Node.js, and AWS.
Orchestrate and deploy software using Devops CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, CloudBees, Apigee, API Gateway, New Relic, etc.
Monitor, analyze, and remediate production issues and build operational readiness into the systems architecture to improve system availability.
Consult with the business on project status, technical issues, software design, and maintenance.
Work with global teams to complete project activities, such as Infrastructure, Architecture, Quality Assurance and Database teams.
Provide technical guidance to other team members, coach and mentor junior engineers.
***Remote work requests will be considered consistent with company's remote work policy.
Job Requirements:
This position requires a bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Systems, STEM field, or a related field or foreign equivalent and 5 years of relevant software development experience in the positions of Senior Software Engineer, Software Engineer, or a related position.
This position also requires: 5 years of experience in java programming.
5 years of experience with AWS development.
5 years of experience with unit testing and integration testing.
5 years of experience with MS SQL database design and development.
5 years of experience creating enterprise web-based software applications and services.
5 years of experience protecting web applications from common security vulnerabilities.
5 years of experience using agile methodology in continuous integration environments.
2 years of experience in python programming; experience leading software application development; experience with .Net Framework; experience building highly scalable systems and solving concurrency and multi-threading problems; and experience in Object-oriented analysis and design using design patterns.
Must possess unrestricted right to work in the U.S. in this position
Base Salary Compensation: $148,949
Morningstar is an equal opportunity employer.
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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
    • 75% 401k match up to 7%
    • 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 Bonding Leave
    • Adoption Assistance
    • Leadership Coaching & Formal Mentorship Opportunities
    • Annual Education Stipend
    • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Social Health
    • Charitable Matching Gifts program
    • Dollars for Doers volunteer program
    • Paid volunteering days
    • 15+ Employee Resource & Affinity Groups


Morningstar's hybrid work environment gives you the opportunity to work remotely and collaborate in-person each week. While some positions are available as fully remote, we've found that we're at our best when we're purposely together on a regular basis, typically three days 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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Top Skills

.Net
AWS
C#
JavaScript
Node.js
Python

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1 Oliver’s Yard 55-71 City Road , London, United Kingdom, EC1Y 1HQ

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