Big Data Engineer Lead

S&P Global, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 149,000 - 202,000; Full time

Job summary

S&P Global Ratings is seeking a data-driven AI/ML expert to join its Data Services Team. You will partner with stakeholders, design and deploy scalable machine learning and generative AI solutions, and analyze large datasets to drive business outcomes.

You will work with engineers, researchers, and cross-functional teams to build platforms and adopt best practices, helping shape the next generation of our analytics platform.

Qualifications

• Experience building AI/ML or data-driven solutions in AWS.
• Strong Python programming with TensorFlow, PyTorch, or scikit-learn.
• Hands-on Java and Spring Boot development.
• Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and virtual machines.
• Familiarity with AI-assisted development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot).
• Proficient with Git version control.
• Strong SQL skills with structured/unstructured data.
• Knowledge of ML concepts including NLP and generative AI.
• Experience building AI agents or autonomous workflows.

Responsibilities

• Partner with business stakeholders to gather requirements, define use cases, and plan solution delivery.
• Collaborate with data scientists and software engineers to design, build, and deploy scalable ML and generative AI solutions.
• Analyze large datasets and develop data-driven insights to improve business outcomes.
• Build platforms, services, and tooling to optimize, evaluate, and fine-tune ML models for performance and scalability.
• Research and apply emerging AI and ML technologies to enhance existing solutions and drive innovation.
• Work with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, reliable solutions in a fast-paced environment.
• Contribute to the development of best practices, technical standards, and reusable AI capabilities across the organization.

Skills

AWS experience

Python

Java / Spring Boot

Docker / Kubernetes

Git / Copilot

SQL

NLP / Generative AI

AI agents / autonomous workflows

Tools

TensorFlow

PyTorch

scikit-learn

Job description

About the Role: Grade Level (for internal use): 12 The Team: You will be an expert contributor within the Ratings Organization's Data Services Team. Our team brings deep expertise across critical Ratings data domains, AI/ML and Generative AI solutions, technology platforms, and architectural patterns. Through collaboration, innovation, and knowledge sharing, we help drive a unified strategy and deliver scalable solutions that create business value. Data Services team members play a key role in providing technical leadership, fostering innovation, and delivering impactful solutions. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to and help shape the next generation of S&P Ratings' analytics platform.

Responsibilities and Impact:

• Partner with business stakeholders to gather requirements, define use cases, and plan solution delivery.
• Collaborate with data scientists and software engineers to design, build, and deploy scalable machine learning and generative AI solutions.
• Analyze large datasets and develop data-driven insights to improve business outcomes.
• Build platforms, services, and tooling to optimize, evaluate, and fine‑tune machine learning models for performance and scalability.
• Research and apply emerging AI and machine learning technologies to enhance existing solutions and drive innovation.
• Work closely with cross‑functional teams to deliver high‑quality, reliable solutions in a fast‑paced environment.
• Contribute to the development of best practices, technical standards, and reusable AI capabilities across the organization.

What We're Looking For:

Basic Required Qualifications:

• Experience building AI, machine learning, or data‑driven solutions in cloud environments such as AWS.
• Strong Python programming skills with experience using machine learning frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or scikit-learn.
• Hands‑on experience developing applications with Java and Spring Boot.
• Experience working with containerized and virtualized environments, including Docker, Kubernetes, and virtual machines.
• Familiarity with modern AI‑assisted development tools such as Cursor, Claude Code, GitHub Copilot, or similar platforms.
• Experience using version control systems such as Git.
• Strong knowledge of SQL and experience working with structured and unstructured datasets.
• Understanding of machine learning concepts, including deep learning, natural language processing, and generative AI.
• Experience building or working with AI agents, autonomous workflows, or agentic AI frameworks.

Additional Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with AI frameworks such as LangChain, LangGraph, CrewAI, ADK, Strands, or similar technologies.
• Experience with graph technologies and graph‑based algorithms.
• Familiarity with front‑end technologies such as React, JavaScript, HTML, or comparable frameworks.
• Experience in data engineering, data preparation, and feature engineering.
• Experience working with data lakes, AI‑ready data platforms, or large‑scale data ecosystems.
• Experience building machine learning solutions using distributed computing frameworks such as Apache Spark, Hadoop, or similar technologies.
• Knowledge of modern AI‑native software development lifecycle (SDLC) practices.

Compensation/Benefits Information (US Applicants Only):

S&P Global states that the anticipated base salary range for this position is $149,302 – $202,267. Final base salary for this role will be based on the individual’s geographical location as well as experience and qualifications for the role. In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible for an annual incentive plan. This role is not eligible for additional compensation such as an annual incentive bonus or sales commission plan. This role is eligible to receive additional S&P Global benefits. For more information on the benefits we provide to our employees.

About S&P Global Ratings

At S&P Global Ratings, our analyst‑driven credit ratings, research, and sustainable finance opinions provide critical insights that are essential to translating complexity into clarity so market participants can uncover opportunities and make decisions with conviction. By bringing transparency to the market through high‑quality independent opinions on creditworthiness, we enable growth across a wide variety of organizations, including businesses, governments, and institutions. S&P Global Ratings is a division of S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI). S&P Global is the world’s foremost provider of credit ratings, benchmarks, analytics and workflow solutions in the global capital, commodity and automotive markets. With every one of our offerings, we help many of the world’s leading organizations navigate the economic landscape so they can plan for tomorrow, today. For more information, visit www.spglobal.com/ratings

What’s In It For You?

Our Mission: Advancing Essential Intelligence.

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. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.

Our People:

Our People are the foundation of our success. We are dedicated to hiring and supporting the best talent across the globe.

Our Values:

• Integrity
• Discovery
• Partnership

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. 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. S&P Global has a Securities Disclosure and Trading Policy (“the Policy”) that seeks to mitigate conflicts of interest by monitoring and placing restrictions on personal securities holding and trading. The Policy is designed to promote compliance with global regulations. In some Divisions, pursuant to the Policy’s requirements, candidates at S&P Global may be asked to disclose securities holdings. Some roles may include a trading prohibition and remediation of positions when there is an effective or potential conflict of interest. Employment at S&P Global is contingent upon compliance with the Policy.

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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:[e-mail] your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person. US Candidates Only: Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal

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S&P Global enables businesses, governments, and individuals with trusted data, expertise and technology to make decisions with conviction. We are Advancing Essential Intelligence through world‑leading benchmarks, data, and insights that customers need in order to plan confidently, act decisively, and thrive in a rapidly changing global landscape. From helping our customers assess new investments across the capital and commodities markets to navigating the energy expansion, acceleration of artificial intelligence, and evolution of public and private markets, we enable the world’s leading organizations to unlock opportunities, solve challenges, and plan for tomorrow – today.