{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"f61be2ef9b5e23e875ae4910","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/f61be2ef9b5e23e875ae4910","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/f61be2ef9b5e23e875ae4910","title":"Senior Software Engineer, Python (Chicago)","description":"Requisition ID: 48397\nBusiness Unit: Fitch Group\nCategory: Information Technology\nLocation: Chicago, IL, US\nDate Posted: Jul 14, 2026\nSenior Software Engineer, Python Programmer\nFitch Ratings is currently seeking a Senior Software Engineer specializing in Python Programming or applications to join our team in Chicago. In this role, you will support the development and delivery of applications based on Python and AWS, Azure cloud platform. You will collaborate with dynamic teams committed to maintaining high standards of quality, performance, and scalability for Fitch’s Ratings workflow systems. If you are passionate about innovative solutions and thrive in a collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply.\n\nObjectives of this role\nDevelop, test and maintain high-quality software using Python programming language.\nParticipate in the entire software development lifecycle, building, testing and delivering high-quality solutions.\nCollaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and solve complex problems.\nWrite clean and reusable code that can be easily maintained and scaled.\nYour tasks\nWork on technically complex systems with strong hands-on experience in design and development.\nInterpret complex requirements associated with Ratings workflow tools.\nParticipate in code reviews, ensure code quality and identify areas for improvement to implement practical solutions.\nSet up CI/CD pipelines for projects and integrate them with the organization's delivery mechanisms.\nDebugging codes when required and troubleshooting any Python-related queries.\nKeep up to date with emerging trends and technologies in Python development.\nParticipate in Agile development processes to deliver high-quality software solutions.\nAssist in managing multiple projects to ensure timely delivery within scope and timelines.\nProvide production support and help establish technical best practices.\nRequired skills and qualifications\n7+ years of experience as a Python Developer with a strong portfolio of projects.\nBachelor’s degree in software engineering or a related field.\nIn-depth understanding of the Python software development stacks, ecosystems, frameworks and automation.\nExperience with front-end development and cloud-platforms/technologies offered by AWS, Microsoft Azure.\nExperience with databases such as Postgres and Oracle and database technologies such as SQL and NoSQL.\nCode versioning, maintenance and deployment tools like GitHub, Bamboo, JIRA.\nExcellent problem-solving ability with solid communication and collaboration skills.\nPreferred skills and qualifications\nExperience with popular Python frameworks such as Django, Flask or Pyramid.\nKnowledge of DevOps practices and tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes/EKS-based container orchestration).\nKnowledge of data science and machine learning concepts and tools.\nContributions to open-source Python projects or active involvement in the Python community.\nWhy Fitch?\nAt 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.\nEvery 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.\nWe are building incredible things at Fitch and we invite you to join us on our journey.\nFitch Group is a global leader in financial information services with operations in more than 30 countries. Wholly owned by the Hearst Corporation, we are comprised of three main businesses: Fitch Ratings | Fitch Solutions | Fitch Learning.\n\nFor more information please visit our websites\n\nFitch is committed to providing global securities markets with objective, timely, independent and forward-looking credit opinions. To protect Fitch’s credibility and reputation, our employees must take every precaution to avoid conflicts of interests or any appearance of a conflict of interest. Should you be successful in the recruitment process at Fitch Ratings you will be asked to declare any securities holdings and other potential conflicts prior to commencing employment. If you, or your immediate family, have any holdings that may conflict with your work responsibilities, you may be asked to divest yourself of them before beginning work.\n\nFitch Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, and other statuses protected by law.\n\nFOR CHICAGO ROLES ONLY: Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $125,000 and $150,000 per year. 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To protect Fitch’s credibility and reputation, our employees must take every precaution to avoid conflicts of interests or any appearance of a conflict of interest. Should you be successful in the recruitment process at Fitch Ratings you will be asked to declare any securities holdings and other potential conflicts prior to commencing employment. If you, or your immediate family, have any holdings that may conflict with your work responsibilities, you may be asked to divest yourself of them before beginning work.\n\nFitch Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, and other statuses protected by law.\n\nFOR CHICAGO ROLES ONLY: Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $125,000 and $150,000 per year. 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