Senior ML Architect for AI Innovation

Fitch Group, Inc.; Manchester; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Fitch Ratings is seeking a senior Machine Learning Engineer to join its AI Innovation Teams in Manchester. You will architect next-generation ML systems, mentor engineers, and drive the rapid adoption of agentic AI and intelligent automation across credit analysis and global markets.

The role emphasizes deep hands-on work at senior level, while influencing engineering governance and scalable deployment practices in a finance-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Deep ML expertise with production systems.
• Experience designing scalable ML architectures from scratch.
• Hands-on with large language models and agentic AI concepts.
• Strong python and ML framework proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Build transformative ML systems from the ground up, including generative AI and multi-agent platforms.
• Drive AI innovation and experiment boldly, turning research into production capability.
• Define ML technical vision and architecture for the future of Fitch's AI platforms.
• Lead through innovation, mentorship, and collaboration with product and business teams.
• Champion ML excellence while moving fast, with robust CI/CD and API deployment.

Skills

Python

ML frameworks

Production ML systems

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS or related

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS/Azure

Job description

Fitch Ratings is seeking a senior Machine Learning Engineer to join its AI Innovation Teams in Manchester. You will architect next-generation ML systems, mentor engineers, and drive the rapid adoption of agentic AI and intelligent automation across credit analysis and global markets.

The role emphasizes deep hands-on work at senior level, while influencing engineering governance and scalable deployment practices in a finance-focused environment.