Lead Software Engineer (Full-Stack JavaScript)

We are seeking a Lead Software Engineer with Full-Stack JavaScript experience to join the Central Technology Web Development team in support of Morningstar’s Corporate Marketing.

Requirements

• Friendly and enjoys working in a collaborative team with excellent spoken and written communication skills.
• Humble, honest, and to the point.
• Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ Years of experience in Software Development, focusing on full-stack JavaScript development.
• Solid understanding of computer science fundamentals: data structures, algorithms, design patterns and UI frameworks.
• Experience in web-based software applications and services.
• Experience with professional software build, test and deploy practices.
• Experience with agile principles including test driven development and CICD.
• Experience in HTML, CSS, JavaScript and Vue / React or Angular.
• Proficiency in developing universal/server-side rendered applications.
• Experience with state management libraries like Vuex, Pinia, Redux, or similar.
• Familiarity with front-end build tools (e.g., Webpack, Vite, Rsbuild, Rollup).
• Experience deploying and monitoring production applications in AWS.
• Experience in Cloud services and good understanding of cloud computing, preferred AWS.
• Strong proficiency in building and consuming RESTful API’s. Knowledge of scalable architectures.
• Knowledge of any backend development in C++, Java, C#, Node.js, or Python and the ability plus willingness to adopt any languages.
• Creative thinker with ability to solve complex problems.
• Excellent self-study skills

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off
• 401k Matching
• Retirement Plan
• Four Day Work Week
• Generous Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Relocation Assistance