Associate Software Engineer

Responsibilities :

• Backend & Data Development : Support designing and building backend services that help with data processing, publication, and delivery to downstream applications. Assist in developing APIs and cloud-native components using AWS services.
• Application Maintenance & Modernization : Help maintain, refactor, and migrate existing applications and services to modern, scalable, AWS-based architectures.
• System Reliability : Contribute to improving performance, resiliency, and delivery speed by assisting with monitoring, logging, and optimization following best practices for scalability and maintainability.
• Collaboration : Work closely with senior engineers, product teams, data engineers, and DevOps / SRE partners to align backend and cloud solutions with business needs.
• Engineering Practices : Write clean, maintainable, and testable code. Participate in code reviews and follow modern engineering standards.
• Learning & Growth : Stay current on AWS cloud technologies and AI-assisted development tools. Demonstrate curiosity about applying AI and automation to improve engineering productivity and system efficiency.

Qualifications :

Technical Skills :

We're only considering candidates who are authorized to work permanently in the US.

Total Compensation Range :

$70,825 - $120,425

Inclusive of annual base salary and target incentive

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 :

75% 401k match up to 7%

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

Trust-Based Time Off

Charitable Matching Gifts program

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.