Associate Director, Software Engineering

Job description

About the Role:

Grade Level (for internal use):
12

The Team

The team's mission is to design and integrate an intelligent AI Assistant, employing Generative AI technology, into our existing web application ecosystem.

As Associate Director, you will lead a diverse team of highly skilled engineers and data scientists who are passionate about utilizing cutting-edge technology to achieve transformative business outcomes.



The Impact

With the advent of Generative AI, we are witnessing a paradigm shift in software development and business intelligence.

This leadership role positions you at the helm of our AI transformation initiative, driving strategic decisions that will directly impact our competitive advantage and deliver transformative solutions to our customers across global markets.



What's in it for you

• Strategic Leadership: Drive the technical vision and roadmap for next-generation AI applications across the organization
• Organizational Influence: Shape company-wide AI adoption strategies based on the latest research and industry trends
• Team Development: Build, mentor, and lead a world-class engineering team while fostering a culture of innovation
• Executive Visibility: Present to senior leadership and influence key technology investment decisions
• Market Impact: Position the organization as a leader in AI-driven business intelligence solutions

What We're Looking For

We are seeking a highly skilled Associate Director to lead our Generative AI engineering initiatives.

This leadership role combines deep technical expertise in back-end development with strategic team management, specifically focusing on C#, Java, and Python technologies.

You will drive the architecture, development, and integration of AI capabilities, particularly Large Language Models (LLMs) like GPT, into our existing web application ecosystem while leading a team of talented engineers to deliver transformative AI solutions.



Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering, or related field; master's preferred
• Leadership Experience: 3+ years of engineering management experience with teams of 4+ people
• Technical Expertise: 7+ years of experience building enterprise-scale software with C#, .NET, and modern web frameworks
• AI/ML Background: 2+ years of hands-on experience with Large Language Models, machine learning frameworks, or AI application development
• Cloud Proficiency: Advanced experience with AWS services; deep knowledge of serverless architectures (Lambda, SQS, API Gateway)
• Frontend Knowledge: Strong understanding of modern frontend frameworks (Angular, React, Vue) and their integration with AI services

Preferred Qualifications

• AI Expertise: Extensive experience with LLMs, OpenAI API, Azure AI Services, or similar platforms
• Framework Experience: Proficiency with LangChain, Semantic Kernel, or other AI orchestration frameworks
• Enterprise Architecture: Experience designing and implementing large-scale, distributed AI systems
• Agile Leadership: Proven track record of leading teams in Agile/Scrum environments
• Business Acumen: Experience translating business requirements into technical solutions and communicating technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders

Leadership Competencies

• Vision & Strategy: Ability to develop and communicate compelling technical visions that align with business goals
• People Development: Proven track record of growing and developing high-performing engineering teams
• Innovation: Demonstrates creative problem-solving and drives innovation in a rapidly evolving field
• Collaboration: Excellence in cross-functional partnership and influence without authority
• Adaptability: Thrives in ambiguous environments and can pivot strategies based on changing business needs.

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.



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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.



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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)

Required Skill Profession

Computer Occupations