Associate Director, Data Science

Key Skills

Aartificial intelligence, Algorithms, Deep Learning, JavaScript, Linux Operating system, Machine learning techniques

Job Description

The Team: 

You will be joining a dynamic and rapidly expanding organization within the S&P Global Market Intelligence division, becoming an integral part of a team of highly motivated and professional Data Scientists. This team is dedicated to extracting valuable insights and knowledge from complex datasets to drive innovation and solve strategic business challenges. What distinguishes this team is its strong emphasis on empirical evidence, continuous learning, and a balanced approach to technical rigor, creative problem-solving, and delivering tangible value through data-driven solutions. Currently, the team's focus is on implementing several enterprise-scale projects powered by cutting-edge GenAI technology.

Responsibilities & Impact:

You will play a pivotal role in driving our business forward by leading key projects and mentoring junior team members. Your contributions will directly benefit our clients, delivering more accurate predictions, tailored experiences, and innovative solutions that boost customer satisfaction and strengthen our competitive advantage.

• Lead the development and implementation of cutting-edge large-scale AI systems, driving innovation in the field.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineers, project managers, and product managers, to translate business requirements into sophisticated solutions.

• Apply advanced statistical analysis and machine learning techniques to extract actionable insights from extensive financial datasets.

• Conduct research and evaluate new methodologies, tools, and algorithms in data-driven credit risk analytics and AI to enhance the accuracy and efficiency of our products.

• Communicate complex results effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders through clear presentations, visualizations, and reports.

• Stay at the forefront of advancements in GenAI, continuously integrating the latest innovations to drive product development and maintain our competitive advantage.

What we’re looking for:

• Mentorship & Growth: Play a crucial role in shaping the team's development by mentoring junior members and fostering a culture of continuous learning that emphasizes both personal and professional growth.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration & Thought Leadership: Partner with cross-functional teams to transform data insights into actionable business strategies, driving positive outcomes for clients and markets through data-driven solutions. Lead in thought leadership by leveraging your expertise to guide the organization's data strategy and establish yourself as an industry authority in data science and analytics.

• Educational Background: Hold a Bachelor's / Master’s or Ph.D. degree in Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, or a related field, with a specialization in machine learning.

• Project Leadership: Demonstrate experience in leading data science projects, particularly in financial risk and deep learning, with a proven track record of success.

• Technical Proficiency: Possess strong programming skills in languages such as Python, along with experience in deep learning frameworks and cloud-based computational platforms.

• Analytical Expertise: Exhibit a deep understanding of statistical analysis, coupled with critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.

• Mentorship Ability: Show aptitude for mentoring and guiding junior data scientists to foster their growth.

• Continuous Learning: Display curiosity and a commitment to staying current with emerging technologies and advancements in Deep Learning, GenAI, and related fields.

• Collaborative Vision: Work effectively across teams to contribute to the development and execution of the overall data science strategy and vision.

About S&P Global Market Intelligence

At S&P Global Market Intelligence, a division of S&P Global we understand the importance of accurate, deep and insightful information. Our team of experts delivers unrivaled insights and leading data and technology solutions, partnering with customers to expand their perspective, operate with confidence, and make decisions with conviction.

For more information, visit www.spglobal.com/marketintelligence.

What’s In It For You?

Our Purpose:

Progress is not a self-starter. It requires a catalyst to be set in motion. Information, imagination, people, technology–the right combination can unlock possibility and change the world.

Our world is in transition and getting more complex by the day. We push past expected observations and seek out new levels of understanding so that we can help companies, governments and individuals make an impact on tomorrow. At S&P Global we transform data into Essential Intelligence®, pinpointing risks and opening possibilities. We Accelerate Progress.

Our People:

We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide—so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.

From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We’re committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. We’re constantly seeking new solutions that have progress in mind. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.

Our Values:

Integrity, Discovery, Partnership

At S&P Global, we focus on Powering Global Markets. Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.

Benefits:

We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That’s why we provide everything you—and your career—need to thrive at S&P Global.

Our benefits include:

• Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.

• Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.

• Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.

• Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.

• Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.

• Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.

For more information on benefits by country visit: https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at S&P Global:

At S&P Global, we believe diversity fuels creative insights, equity unlocks opportunity, and inclusion drives growth and innovation – Powering Global Markets. Our commitment centers on our global workforce, ensuring that our people are empowered to bring their whole selves to work. It doesn’t stop there, we strive to better reflect and serve the communities in which we live and work, and advocate for greater opportunity for all.

Equal Opportunity Employer

S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law. Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment.