Job Title

Director, Ratings AI

Job Description

The Fitch Ratings AI team is currently seeking a Director of AI Prototyping based out of our Toronto office.

The prospective candidate will be joining our innovative Ratings AI team, which focuses on ideating, planning, and testing AI solutions to enhance Fitch Ratings' workflows and processes.

Why Choose Fitch:

Hybrid Work Environment: 3 days a week in office required

A Culture of Learning & Mobility: Dedicated trainings, leadership development and mentorship programs designed to ensure that your time at Fitch will be a continuous learning opportunity

Investing in Your Future: Retirement planning and tuition reimbursement programs that empower you to achieve your short and long-term goals

Promoting Health & Wellbeing: Comprehensive healthcare offerings that enable physical, mental, financial, social, and occupational wellbeing

Supportive Parenting Policies: Family-friendly policies, including a generous global parental leave plan, designed to help you balance career and family life effectively

Inclusive Work Environment: A collaborative workplace where all voices are valued, with Employee Resource Groups that unite and empower our colleagues around the globe

Dedication to Giving Back: Paid volunteer days, matched funding for donations and ample opportunities to volunteer in your community

Restrictions

• No telecommuting
• No Agencies Please

Requirements

We’ll Count on You To:

Actively monitor cutting-edge AI/ML research and open-source software repos, assessing them for practical and innovative applications across business workflows and decision-making processes

Prototype and iterate on creative, innovative AI-driven solutions using a range of technologies and platforms

Formulate and execute strategic plans for AI initiatives that align with our organizational goals and values

Manage the AI development lifecycle, ensuring smooth progression from concept to deployment

Engage with both internal and external stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver tailored AI solutions

Mentor and nurture junior members of the AI team, promoting a culture of continuous learning and innovation

Take an active role in driving the teams project forward and supporting the junior team members in meeting all project goals

What You Need to Have:

An advanced degree (PhD or Master's degree is desirable) in Computer Science, AI, Machine Learning, quantitative finance, mathematics, or a related field

Solid professional experience in AI, machine learning, or data science roles

A proven ability to lead and deliver AI projects from inception to successful implementation

Strong technical knowledge of AI methodologies, as well as proficiency in programming languages like Python or R. The majority of the team's development is done in Python.

What Would Make You Stand Out:

Previous experience within financial services or rating agencies

Exceptional leadership and communication skills capable of inspiring a diverse team

A keen understanding of AI regulatory and ethical standards, particularly within the financial industry

A proactive approach to staying informed about emerging AI technologies and trends

Proven experience in product leadership and expertise in understanding underlying business needs to identify the product need.

About the Company

Fitch Ratings is a leading provider of credit ratings, commentary and research. Dedicated to providing value beyond the rating through independent and prospective credit opinions, Fitch Ratings offers global perspectives shaped by strong local market experience and credit market expertise. The additional context, perspective and insights we provide help investors to make important credit judgments with confidence.

Fitch Group is a global leader in financial information, providing critical insights that inform better decision-making in financial markets. With operations in more than 30 countries, Fitch Group is comprised of: Fitch Ratings, a global leader in credit ratings and research; Fitch Solutions, an authority in credit and macro intelligence providing fixed-income products and services to the global financial community; and Fitch Learning, a preeminent source of training and professional development. Fitch Group is owned by Hearst, a leader in diversified media, information and services. To learn more visit www.hearst.com/fitch-group.

Contact Info

• Contact: Neil Stoker
• E-mail contact: neil.stoker@fitchratings.com
• Web: https://careers.fitch.group/job/Toronto-Director%2C-AI-%28Toronto%29-ON/1274105901/