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Weekend Prototype Build Engineer Jobs in Illinois

Product AI Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$145.17K - $182.82K/yr

Build and iterate AI prototypes for advisor workflows * Integrate signals, models, and UX designs ... Rapidlyvalidateideas before long-term engineering investment Required Skills * AI prototyping ...

Senior Automation Engineer

Malta, IL

$97.50K - $128K/yr

Reporting to the Engineering Manager, the ideal candidate will collaborate with cross-functional ... Build and iterate physical prototypes using rapid prototyping methods (e.g., 3D printing, CNC ...

Senior Automation Engineer

Malta, IL · On-site

$97.50K - $128K/yr

Reporting to the Engineering Manager, the ideal candidate will collaborate with cross-functional ... Build and iterate physical prototypes using rapid prototyping methods (e.g., 3D printing, CNC ...

In doing so, we will build a better tomorrow for our clients, our people, and our communities. The ... You will be expected to go from concept to working prototype in days, not months, while maintaining ...

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Senior Data Engineer

Westmont, IL

$106.10K - $144.10K/yr

In doing so, we will build a better tomorrow for our clients, our people, and our communities. The ... You will be expected to go from concept to working prototype in days, not months, while maintaining ...

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Senior Data Engineer

Chicago, IL

$109.20K - $148.30K/yr

In doing so, we will build a better tomorrow for our clients, our people, and our communities. The ... You will be expected to go from concept to working prototype in days, not months, while maintaining ...

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FEQ327R95 Solutions Engineer At Databricks, our core values drive everything we do; a culture of ... Adopt a builder-first approach: move quickly from customer problem to working prototype by writing ...

Design Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$100K - $145K/yr

Build and evolve our Material UI-based design system, both in Figma and in code * Contribute ... Prototype outside the design system when exploring new ideas, then codify what works * Collaborate ...

Senior Software Engineer - DevX

Chicago, IL · On-site

$126.20K - $166.40K/yr

Work cross-functionally across Reddit Engineering to understand developer needs, quickly prototype solutions, and iterate based on feedback. * Design and build backend systems, APIs, infrastructure ...

Senior Solutions Engineer

Chicago, IL

$57 - $73.50/hr

Supporting the deal lifecycle, value engineering, and stakeholder management. * Drive the solution ... Solution architecture, hands-on demo build, prototyping, and validation. * Architect customer ...

Senior Solutions Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

$57 - $73.50/hr

Supporting the deal lifecycle, value engineering, and stakeholder management. * Drive the solution ... Solution architecture, hands-on demo build, prototyping, and validation. * Architect customer ...

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$145.17K - $182.82K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement

Posted 2 days ago


Job description

About Morningstar

Morningstar's mission is to empower investor success. The Direct Platform team does this by creating products that help financial professionals, and the investors theyserve,achieve their financial goals. The Morningstar Direct Platform team is one of the largest business units that strive to give clients access to the data, analytics, and tools that help financial professionals be more efficient, innovative, and connect with their clients in a more meaningful way.

This role is based in our Chicago office, and we follow a hybrid policy of 4 days onsite. 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.

Role Overview

We are seeking Forward-Deployed AI Engineers to rapidly prototype AI solutions in real-world advisor workflows. This role is embedded inour discovery team, working alongside ProductManagers, UX designers, and researchers to translate ideas into functioning prototypes.

Success is measured by speed, feasibility validation, and actionable prototypes that can move downstream.

What Success Looks Like:

  • Prototypesvalidateadvisor workflows quickly and reliably
  • Downstream production engineers can operationalize prototypes with minimal friction
  • Team moves from idea evidence validated workflow efficiently
  • Experiments reduce risk and uncertainty for AI product decisions

Why This Role Matters

Product minded forward-deployed engineers collapse the gap between concept and reality, enabling the team to make fast, evidence-based product decisions while reducing wasted effort downstream.

Key Responsibilities

  • Build and iterate AI prototypes for advisor workflows
  • Integrate signals, models, and UX designs into working experiments
  • Test feasibility and performance of AI behaviors in real workflow scenarios
  • Collaborate closely with PMs, UX designers, and Research & Signals Lead
  • Capture technical learnings and provide handoff documentation for production teams
  • Rapidlyvalidateideas before long-term engineering investment

Required Skills

  • AI prototyping - Ability to build working AI systems quickly
  • Data integration - Connect signals, APIs, and datasets for prototypes
  • Collaboration in cross-functional teams - Work side-by-side with PMs, UX, and researchers
  • Experimentation and iteration - Rapidly test and refine ideas with user feedback
  • Technical documentation - Clearly communicate prototype behavior and limitations

Qualifications

  • 3-5years of AI engineering experience
  • Expert user of AI Coding tools like Claude Code and/or Cursor
  • Expertisewith Python, LLMs, prompt engineering, and AI frameworks
  • Ability to rapidly prototype with limited infrastructure
  • Strong problem-solving and communication skills

Total Cash Compensation Range

$145,170-182,820 USD Annual

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 plansand coverages

    • Additional medical Wellness Incentives - up to $300-$600 annual

    • Company-provided long- and short-termdisabilityinsurance

  • 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 & FormalMentorshipOpportunities

    • 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.