Director, Senior Engineering (AI/ML) at S&P Global

Hyderabad, Telangana, India -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

30 Sep, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

C#, Angular, SQL, Microservice Architectures, AWS, DevOps, Python, API Development, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Natural Language Processing, Generative AI, SaaS, Cloud Computing, Team Leadership, Communication

Industry

Financial Services

Description

About the Role: Grade Level (for internal use): 13 Job Description: Role: Director – Software & AI/ML Engineering Team: Capital Markets | Enterprise Software Experience: 15+ years total, with 5+ years in software engineering leadership Role Summary We are seeking a strategic and experienced Director of Software application development & AI/ML Engineering to lead the development of robust, scalable, and secure enterprise software applications for the capital markets domain, with a strong emphasis on SaaS-based solutions and microservice architectures. This leadership role combines deep expertise in software application development with capabilities in AI/ML to deliver innovative, high-impact solutions that drive automation, intelligence, and compliance in critical financial workflows. Key Responsibilities Define and execute the technical roadmap for SaaS-based enterprise software applications, leveraging microservice-based architectures and AWS-native development. Led the end-to-end software development lifecycle — from requirements gathering and system design to deployment and maintenance — using C#, .NET, Angular, SQL Server, and other Microsoft or open-source technologies. Architect and deploy scalable, secure, and high-performance applications on AWS, utilizing services such as EC2, ECS, Lambda, RDS, API Gateway, and CloudFormation. Drive the adoption of microservice-based architectures to ensure modularity, scalability, and maintainability of SaaS applications. Integrate AI/ML capabilities into applications, focusing on areas like intelligent document processing, market analysis, and risk modeling. Develop and deploy AI/ML solutions, including Generative AI and LLM-based applications with custom Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) pipelines Collaborate with Product, Data Engineering, and Client teams to align technical solutions with business and client needs. Mentor and grow a high-performing engineering team, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence. Ensure applications and AI systems are secure, compliant, and traceable, adhering to regulatory standards in the capital markets domain. Required Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or a related field. Experience: 15+ years in software development, with minimum 5 years in leadership roles focused on application development. Proven track record of delivering SaaS-based applications using microservice architectures, ideally in capital markets, fintech, or enterprise software. Technical Skills: Expertise in C#, Angular, SQL, and the broader Microsoft technology stack for building robust, scalable back-end systems and developing dynamic, responsive front-end interfaces. Deep knowledge of microservice-based architectures, including design, implementation, and orchestration (e.g., using Kubernetes or ECS). Extensive experience in SaaS application development, focusing on scalability, multi-tenancy, and performance. In-depth expertise in AWS-native application development, leveraging services like EC2, ECS, Lambda, RDS, API Gateway, and CloudFormation. Familiarity with DevOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines, Docker, Terraform, and AWS CDK for infrastructure-as-code. Strong understanding of Python and API development using FastAPI or Flask for AI/ML integration. Good Understanding of ML algorithms, feature engineering, deep learning, and modern NLP techniques. Hands-on experience with LLMs, RAG systems, and frameworks like LangChain, Llama Index, and vector databases (e.g., FAISS, Pinecone, OpenSearch). Familiarity with AWS AI/ML services like SageMaker and Bedrock for model training and deployment. Leadership & Communication: Proven ability to lead and scale software engineering teams in complex, data-driven environments. Exceptional communication skills to present technical and AI/ML concepts to non-technical stakeholders, including compliance, product, and client-facing teams. Passion for building secure, scalable, and compliant systems with a focus on performance, traceability, and fairness. Agile mindset with experience thriving in fast-paced, regulated environments. 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 Global Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global: At S&P Global, we are committed to fostering a connected and engaged workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills, experience, and contributions. Our hiring practices emphasize fairness, transparency, and merit, ensuring that we attract and retain top talent. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration, we drive innovation and power global markets. Recruitment Fraud Alert: If you receive an email from a spglobalind.com domain or any other regionally based domains, it is a scam and should be reported to reportfraud@spglobal.com. S&P Global never requires any candidate to pay money for job applications, interviews, offer letters, “pre-employment training” or for equipment/delivery of equipment. Stay informed and protect yourself from recruitment fraud by reviewing our guidelines, fraudulent domains, and how to report suspicious activity here. ----------------------------------------------------------- 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. If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please send an email to: EEO.Compliance@spglobal.com and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person. US Candidates Only: The EEO is the Law Poster http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf describes discrimination protections under federal law. Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision - https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp_%20English_formattedESQA508c.pdf ----------------------------------------------------------- 10 - Officials or Managers (EEO-2 Job Categories-United States of America), IFTECH103.2 - Middle Management Tier II (EEO Job Group), SWP Priority – Ratings - (Strategic Workforce Planning) S&P Global delivers essential intelligence that powers decision making. We provide the world’s leading organizations with the right data, connected technologies and expertise they need to move ahead. As part of our team, you’ll help solve complex challenges that equip businesses, governments and individuals with the knowledge to adapt to a changing economic landscape.

Responsibilities

Lead the development of scalable and secure enterprise software applications for the capital markets domain, focusing on SaaS-based solutions and microservice architectures. Drive the integration of AI/ML capabilities into applications to enhance automation and compliance in financial workflows.