This job is with Fitch Group, an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork – the largest global platform for the LGBTQ+ business community. Please do not contact the recruiter directly. Fitch Group is currently seeking a Backend Engineer based out of our London office. As a leading, global financial information services provider, Fitch Group delivers vital credit and risk insights, robust data, and dynamic tools to champion more efficient, transparent financial markets. With over 100 years of experience and colleagues in over 30 countries, Fitch Group’s culture of credibility, independence, and transparency is embedded throughout its structure, which includes Fitch Ratings, one of the world’s top three credit ratings agencies, and Fitch Solutions, a leading provider of insights, data and analytics. With dual headquarters in London and New York, Fitch Group is owned by Hearst. Fitch's Technology experience with PL/SQL or optimization is a plus) Understanding of modern software engineering principles (microservices, event-driven architecture, scalability, performance) Experience with testing frameworks and building automated test suites Familiarity with cloud environments (AWS preferred) and modern development tooling Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work in agile, collaborative environments Exposure to AI-assisted development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Amazon Q) What Would Make You Stand Out: · Experience building end-to-end applications in cloud-native environments (AWS, Kubernetes/EKS, Docker) · Experience with event-driven architectures (Kafka or similar) · Knowledge of caching and high-performance patterns (Redis/Valkey, etc.) · Exposure to NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB) · Experience implementing CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitHub Actions) · Understanding of distributed systems design and data-intensive applications · Experience working in data-centric platforms (data lakes, APIs, analytics ecosystems) · Ability to navigate cross-functional environments and influence technical decisions · Hands-on experience building AI agents (e.g., using LangChain or LlamaIndex), implementing RAG over enterprise data, and enforcing robust guardrails through rigorous testing and evaluation · Applying AI/ML to boost engineering productivity (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Amazon Q) and using agentic AI to automate workflows such as code reviews, test generation, data quality checks, and runbook execution · Experience working with AI connection protocols (e.g., MCP, A2A) that ensure secure, interoperable, observable, and vendor-agnostic communication with authenticated, auditable messaging and robust error handling Why Choose Fitch: Work-Life Balance First: 40% in-office monthly stay connected while keeping flexibility. A Culture of Learning
Senior Software Engineer - Backend employer: Fitch Group
Fitch Group is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration within its London-based Media Strategy & Communications team. Employees benefit from a hybrid work environment, competitive compensation, and ample opportunities for professional growth, making it an ideal place for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the financial services sector.
