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Morningstar, Inc.

Software Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$89K - $131K/yr

This role focuses on creating reliable, maintainable architecture and tooling that enable editors and data journalists to produce timely, accurate content using Morningstar data. You will work ...

The Hagerty Group, LLC

Data Architect II

Folsom, PA · On-site

$60 - $77.25/hr

... journalists produce the most popular car magazine globally, alongside internationally awarded ... This team respects and encourages architectural fundamentals, and you will be giving ownership of ...

The Trade Desk

Solutions Architect, Anaplan

Chicago, IL · On-site

$65 - $85.50/hr

By making it more transparent, effective, and responsible, we help support trusted journalism ... The architect will leverage deep expertise in Anaplan and other planning systems to deliver ...

City & Borough of Juneau

Planner I/II Flex

Juneau, AK

$31.56 - $33.64/hr

You might be a good fit as a Planner if you like to work on multiple smaller, short term projects, and have experience in construction or trades, engineering, architecture, journalism, the Alaska ...

The Hagerty Group, LLC

Solution Architect II

Folsom, PA · On-site

$59.25 - $78.25/hr

... journalists produce the most popular car magazine globally, alongside internationally awarded ... Measuring architectural maturity in the product contexts you support, and proposing ways to improve ...

Hearst

Principal Data Engineer

New York, NY

... journalism that informs and connects communities across the country. The Role This is not a ticket-taking role. As a Principal Data Engineer, you will own the architectural standard for our entire ...

Hearst

Principal Data Engineer

New York, NY · On-site

... journalism that informs and connects communities across the country. The Role This is not a ticket-taking role. As a Principal Data Engineer, you will own the architectural standard for our entire ...

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How much do architectural journalism jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for architectural journalism in the United States is $94,690.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $80,000.00 and $107,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an Architectural Journalism job?

Architectural Journalism is a specialized field that focuses on writing, reporting, and analyzing topics related to architecture, design, and urban planning. Professionals in this field create content for magazines, websites, newspapers, and other media platforms, translating complex architectural concepts into accessible narratives. They may cover topics such as architectural trends, critiques of buildings, interviews with industry experts, and urban development issues. This role requires a strong understanding of architecture, excellent writing skills, and the ability to engage both professionals and the general public.

What kinds of topics and assignments does an architectural journalist typically cover?

Architectural journalists typically cover a diverse range of topics, including building and design trends, significant architectural projects, profiles of architects, policy developments, and critiques of urban planning. Daily tasks might involve site visits, interviewing professionals, attending industry events, and writing articles or producing multimedia content for print or digital platforms. Many roles involve working independently but also require collaboration with editors, photographers, and publications teams. This dynamic blend of research, reporting, and storytelling makes the field both intellectually stimulating and creatively rewarding.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Architectural Journalism position, and why are they important?

To succeed in architectural journalism, a combination of excellent writing skills, strong architectural knowledge (often backed by a degree in architecture, design, or journalism), and the ability to critically analyze spaces is vital. Familiarity with publication software, digital content management systems, and sometimes graphic design or photography tools is commonly necessary. Attention to detail, curiosity, adaptability, and the ability to simplify complex architectural concepts make professionals stand out in this niche. These skills and qualities are crucial for accurately informing and engaging audiences while maintaining credibility in the field.

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Infographic showing various Architectural Journalism job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 96% Full Time, and 4% Part Time. Highlights an 83% Physical, 6% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $94,690 per year, or $45.5 per hour.
Software Engineer

Software Engineer

Morningstar, Inc.

Chicago, IL • On-site

$89K - $131K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement

Posted 8 days ago

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6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

Based on 29 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

81st of 228 rated social care providers

Job description

About the Role
The Editorial Automation Software Engineer will be responsible for designing, building, and maintaining scalable software systems that power Morningstar's data-driven markets journalism. This role focuses on creating reliable, maintainable architecture and tooling that enable editors and data journalists to produce timely, accurate content using Morningstar data.
You will work closely with data journalists, editors, product managers, and other engineers to translate editorial and business requirements into production-quality software. While the systems you build support editorial workflows, this is fundamentally a software engineering role, with a strong emphasis on scalable system design, code quality, and operational efficiency.
Location: Chicago, IL (Hybrid Policy- 4 days onsite)
Responsibilities
  • Design and develop scalable, maintainable architecture that transforms structured financial data into editorial outputs such as full articles, charts, and tables.
  • Build and maintain high-quality software that powers automated editorial workflows, including data-focused content creation and publishing integrations with internal Content Management Systems (CMS).
  • Write clean, well-tested, and well-documented code following Morningstar engineering standards and best practices.
  • Build and maintain event-driven architectures powered by Amazon Web Services such as AWS Lambda, EventBridge, and related services.
  • Collaborate with data journalists and editors to understand requirements and deliver tools that are reliable, intuitive, and extensible.
  • Improve and refactor existing systems to enhance performance, reliability, and adaptability as data sources and business needs evolve.
  • Implement monitoring, logging, and alerting to proactively detect, diagnose, and prevent production issues.
  • Ensure data quality and correctness through validation, error handling, and unit testing.
  • Participate in code reviews, technical design discussions, and architecture decisions.
  • Contribute to planning and estimation for projects supporting editorial automation and markets coverage.

Requirements
  • A bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related field
  • 3+ years of professional experience developing production-grade applications.
  • Strong programming skills in Python, R, or SQL for data analysis and transformation.
  • Familiarity with version control (Git) and collaborative development workflows (pull requests, code reviews).
  • Experience with software engineering best practices, including test-driven development, automated unit testing and functional testing, and DevOps practices such as continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD).
  • Ability to implement workflows that track data/API usage and automation executions. Develop reporting and dashboards to assess the reliability, performance, and operational health of automation tools.
  • Experience with AWS compute technologies (Lambda, ECS/ECR, EC2, API Gateway, IAM, S3) is a plus
  • Knowledge and practical experience with domain modeling and object-oriented design patterns and principles, such as the SOLID principles.
  • Experience supporting data-heavy products or internal tools.
  • Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple deliverables in a collaborative team environment.
  • Familiarity with financial markets and reporting standards, with the ability to interpret complex data sets, preferred.
  • Experience working within an agile environment, preferred.
  • Experience with data visualization tools such as Datawrapper, preferred.

Total Cash Compensation Range
$89,625.00-131,441.66
Inclusive of annual base salary and target incentive
Compensation and Benefits
At Morningstar we believe people are at their best when they are at their healthiest. That's why we champion your wellness through a wide range of programs that support all stages of your personal and professional life. Here are some examples of the offerings we provide:
  • Financial Health
    • 100% 401k match up to 6% of salary
    • Stock Ownership Potential
    • Company provided life insurance - 1x salary + commission
  • Physical Health
    • Comprehensive health benefits (medical/dental/vision) including potential premium discounts and company-provided HSA contributions (up to $500-$2,000 annually) for specific plans and coverages
    • Additional medical Wellness Incentives - up to $300-$600 annual
    • Company-provided long- and short-term disability insurance
  • Emotional Health
    • Trust-Based Time Off
    • 6-week Paid Sabbatical Program
    • 6-Week Paid Family Caregiving Leave
    • Competitive 8-24 Week Paid Parental Leave
    • Adoption Assistance
    • Leadership Coaching & Formal Mentorship Opportunities
    • Annual Flex Stipend - $1000 annually to cover personal education & well-being expenses
    • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Social Health
    • Charitable Matching Gifts program
    • Dollars for Doers volunteer program
    • Paid volunteering days
    • 15+ Employee Resource & Affinity Groups

Morningstar's hybrid work environment gives you the opportunity to collaborate in-person each week as we've found that we're at our best when we're purposely together on a regular basis. In most of our locations, our hybrid work model is four days in-office each week. A range of other benefits are also available to enhance flexibility as needs change. No matter where you are, you'll have tools and resources to engage meaningfully with your global colleagues.

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