Sr Architecture Engineer

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.

Skills and Competencies

• 8+ years in software development and architecture, with a proven track record of designing complex systems.
• Strong expertise in creating architecture diagrams, workflows, and technical documentation using tools such as Microsoft Visio, PowerPoint, Lucidchart, or equivalent.
• Deep knowledge of AWS and Azure; experience with designing cloud-native and hybrid architectures.
• Foundational understanding of system design principles and best practices.
• Proficiency in designing RESTful APIs and microservices-based architectures.
• Experience with relational, non-relational databases. Familiarity middleware platforms like MuleSoft and SAP CPI/BTP is a plus.
• Sound understanding of secure coding practices, identity management, encryption, and compliance standards.
• Familiarity with containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes), and CI/CD pipelines.
• Skilled in UML, ER diagrams, and modelling tools for system design.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Basic understanding of artificial intelligence concepts, with curiosity and enthusiasm for learning how AI tools can be used to improve processes and drive efficiency.
• Interest in exploring AI systems and a willingness to develop awareness of responsible AI practices, including risk management and ethical use.

Education

• Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Define and maintain the overall software architecture for enterprise applications, ensuring scalability, reliability, and security.
• Create detailed architecture diagrams, technical workflows, and documentation using tools like Visio or Lucidchart etc. for projects.
• Collaborate with product managers, developers, and business stakeholders to align technical solutions with strategic goals.
• Establish coding standards, best practices, and architectural guidelines for development teams.
• Design and oversee implementation of cloud-native solutions on AWS and Azure.
• Architect microservices and API-driven integrations for interoperability and modularity.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend adoption as applicable.
• Ensure compliance with security standards and regulatory requirements.
• Provide technical expertise and support to engineering teams.
• Participate in design reviews, performance assessments, and scalability planning.
• Contribute to the integration of AI-driven components into system architecture.
• Document architecture decisions and maintain a repository of design artefacts for future reference.

About the team

The Corporate Systems team, part of the Technology Services Group, supports Moody’s core business and technology operations by enabling reliable day to day execution, strong coordination, and effective governance across corporate platforms and shared services. The team partners closely with senior leaders, product teams, and key stakeholders across the enterprise to drive operational excellence while also advancing innovation, including the adoption and enablement of AI driven capabilities. By bringing structure, clarity, and rigor to complex environments, Corporate Systems team members contribute to high impact work that improves how technology is delivered, operated, and evolved across the organization—helping ensure Moody’s systems are resilient, forward looking, and positioned for continued growth.

For US-based roles only: the anticipated hiring base salary range for this position is $116,500.00 - $169,000.00, 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 [email protected] . This contact information is for accommodation requests only, and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications

For 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.

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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.