Director of Software Development

S&P Global

3d•$190,000 - $210,000

About The Position

About the Role: Grade Level (for internal use): 13 About the Role: The Team: This person will work closely with existing team members to develop a comprehensive enterprise Java-based product. The role requires tight collaboration with product managers and business analysts to develop the products according to the business schedule. Responsibilities and Impact: We're seeking a talented and highly motivated lead software engineer to help us develop a scalable, high-performance, cloud-based platform for large-scale data storage and processing. This will include AI/ML Engineering to solve interesting technical challenges in the areas of distributed high-performance computing for a high-available cloud environment. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in machine learning and data science, with experience working on large-scale LLM projects. Candidate is hands-on and passionate about exploiting multiple languages and programming techniques across products, frameworks and API layers 'using the right tool for the right job' to address sustainable solutions. Candidate is willing to explore new tools & technologies to meet the product demands. General and deep experience with Core Java concepts and enterprise Java technologies are a must. Strong knowledge of relational database systems and cloud platform knowledge is required. This position will suit candidates who enjoy both the technical and business aspects of developing software solutions to a schedule in an environment of high visibility and transparency around deliverables, business needs, and customer value.

Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent professional experience
10+ years of overall software development experience with 3+ years of hands-on experience in machine learning or AI application development
Strong programming proficiency in enterprise Java technologies and Python, with experience in API development frameworks
Excellent knowledge of relational database management systems and proficiency in database query languages
Solid experience in developing AI solutions within cloud ecosystems, including serverless computing and machine learning platforms
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to work effectively in agile development environments

Nice To Haves

Experience with Capital Markets domain and financial services applications
Full-stack development experience with modern web technologies and JavaScript frameworks
In-depth understanding of RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) systems and Large Language Model implementations
Experience with continuous integration and continuous delivery tools and agile project management methodologies

Responsibilities

Lead implementation of financial services software using enterprise Java technologies, modern programming languages, and web frameworks
Implement cloud-based development practices with containerization platforms, serverless computing, and database management services
Work closely with product leads to understand development requirements and translate them to code deliverables for financial applications
Independently execute Proof of Concepts to validate technical approaches and document results for stakeholder review
Establish and maintain continuous deployment methodologies including collaboration with SQA teams to enforce automated testing practices
Develop AI/ML solutions within cloud ecosystems, including hands-on implementation of Large Language Models and Generative AI frameworks

Benefits

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.

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