Data Engineer-Data Platform & Analytics

At Moody's, we unite the brightest minds to turn today’s risks into tomorrow’s opportunities. We do this by striving to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome to be who they are—with the freedom to exchange ideas, think innovatively, and listen to each other and customers in meaningful ways. Moody’s is transforming how the world sees risk. As a global leader in ratings and integrated risk assessment, we’re advancing AI to move from insight to action—enabling intelligence that not only understands complexity but responds to it. We decode risk to unlock opportunity, helping our clients navigate uncertainty with clarity, speed, and confidence.If you are excited about this opportunity but do not meet every single requirement, please apply! You still may be a great fit for this role or other open roles. We are seeking candidates who model our values: invest in every relationship, lead with curiosity, champion diverse perspectives, turn inputs into actions, and uphold trust through integrity. Employment eligibility to work in the U.S. is required, as Moody’s will not pursue visa sponsorship for this positionSkills and CompetenciesFive or more years of experience in data engineering, building and operating production-grade data pipelinesStrong programming experience with Python, PySpark, Scala, and SQLProven experience designing or working with configuration- or metadata-driven data pipelinesHands-on experience working within a Databricks-based data platformSolid understanding of data modeling, schema evolution, and large-scale dataset managementExperience deploying and operating data solutions in AWS and Azure cloud environmentsWorking knowledge of CI/CD concepts and integrating data pipelines into automated workflowsDemonstrated proficiency in AI tools to streamline workflows, with awareness of responsible and ethical AI useEducationBachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experienceResponsibilitiesThis role is responsible for designing, implementing, and operating scalable ETL and ELT pipelines to support enterprise and commercial data delivery within Moody’s Databricks ecosystem.Develop and operate scalable ETL and ELT pipelines to ingest, transform, and publish data across domainsBuild and optimize data transformations and validations using Python, PySpark, Scala, and SQLImplement configuration-driven pipeline frameworks to onboard and manage datasets efficientlyEnsure data products are structured, performant, and optimized for downstream consumptionPartner with stakeholders to define data contracts, schemas, SLAs, and quality standardsApply best practices for data reliability, observability, and cost optimizationContribute to CI/CD practices, including automated testing, deployment, and promotionSupport data governance initiatives, including data quality, lineage, and access controlsAbout the TeamThis team plays a mission-critical role within the Enterprise Data Platform (CORE), supporting a highly complex and impactful component of Moody’s data estate. The group is a modern, innovation-driven data engineering organization responsible for powering one of the world’s largest financial and company databases, enabling data-driven insights and supporting Moody’s success in an increasingly AI-driven industry.For US-based roles only: the anticipated hiring base salary range for this position is $95,500.00 - $138,550.00, depending on factors such as experience, education, level, skills, and location. This range is based on a full-time position. In addition to base salary, this role is eligible for incentive compensation. Moody’s also offers a competitive benefits package, including not but limited to medical, dental, vision, parental leave, paid time off, a 401(k) plan with employee and company contribution opportunities, life, disability, and accident insurance, a discounted employee stock purchase plan, and tuition reimbursement.Moody’s is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender, age, religion or creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Moody’s also provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities or based on a sincerely held religious belief in accordance with applicable laws. If you need to inquire about a reasonable accommodation, or need assistance with completing the application process, please email View email address on click.appcast.io. This contact information is for accommodation requests only, and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applicationsFor San Francisco positions, qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.This position may be considered a promotional opportunity, pursuant to the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act.Click here to view our full EEO policy statement. Click here for more information on your EEO rights under the law. Click here to view our Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination statement.Candidates for Moody's Corporation may be asked to disclose securities holdings pursuant to Moody’s Policy for Securities Trading and the requirements of the position. Employment is contingent upon compliance with the Policy, including remediation of positions in those holdings as necessary.-