Job Description
Fitch Group is a leading global financial information services provider seeking Associate Technologists for their Next-Generation Technology & Data Talent program in Chicago. The program offers a collaborative learning environment where participants will gain hands-on experience in various technical disciplines, including software development, quality assurance, and data management, preparing them for successful careers within the Technology and Data Organization. Responsibilities Develop expertise in analysis, design, development, and testing software applications using modern application development frameworks, front-end, full-stack, and data engineering technologies, leveraging AI-assisted tooling and agentic frameworks Collaborate on the design, build, and testing of comprehensive, scalable, and secure data products and APIs Develop software using programming languages and/or frameworks such as Python, Java, Springboot, JavaScript, React or similar, applying knowledge of fundamental software engineering principles and design patterns Apply test-driven development and behavior-driven development techniques to optimize the software development process, leveraging best-in-class automation to conduct comprehensive quality assurance testing, including writing and maintaining automated test scripts Collaborate in developing and deploying ML & Gen AI solutions to meet enterprise goals and support innovation and experimentation, where applicable to your rotation Work closely with the cloud platforms (AWS and/or Azure) and application security teams to implement the best practices and standards for data loading, LLM workflows, DevOps, and DevSecOps Collaborate with Product Owners to understand the vision of Fitch products and their objectives, and translate business needs into clear technical requirements and user stories Skills Pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, computer engineering, software engineering or computer information systems Graduating between December 2025 and June 2026 with a minimum GPA of 3.2 Demonstrated knowledge of at least one or two programming languages (Python, Java, C#, JavaScript, etc.) Understanding of software design patterns, ML and cloud computing fundamentals (AWS or similar platforms) Hands-on experience with Gen AI-assisted software development tools (such as GitHub Copilot, Cursor, Cody or equivalent) Proficiency in ML algorithms, such as multi-class classification, decision trees, support vector machines, and neural networks (deep learning experience strongly preferred) Less than 6 months of full-time software engineering experience Benefits Hybrid Work Environment: 3 days a week in office required based on your line of business and location A Culture of Learning & Mobility: Dedicated trainings, leadership development and mentorship programs designed to ensure that your time at Fitch will be a continuous learning opportunity Investing in Your Future: Retirement planning and tuition reimbursement programs that empower you to achieve your short and long-term goals Promoting Health & Wellbeing: Comprehensive healthcare offerings that enable physical, mental, financial, social, and occupational wellbeing Supportive Parenting Policies: Family-friendly policies, including a generous global parental leave plan, designed to help you balance career and family life effectively Inclusive Work Environment: A collaborative workplace where all voices are valued, with Employee Resource Groups that unite and empower our colleagues around the globe Dedication to Giving Back: Paid volunteer days, matched funding for donations and ample opportunities to volunteer in your community Company Overview Fitch Group is a global leader in financial information services with operations in more than 30 countries. It was founded in 1913, and is headquartered in New York, New York, USA, with a workforce of 5001-10000 employees. Its website is Company H1B Sponsorship Fitch Group, Inc. has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 7 in 2026, 22 in 2025, 5 in 2024, 18 in 2023, 5 in 2022. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.