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Lead Data Scientist

S&P Global, Inc.
London
1 week ago
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About the Role

Grade Level (for internal use): 12

The Team:

The Capital IQ Solutions Data Science team supports the S&P Capital IQ Pro platform with innovative Data Science and Machine Learning solutions, utilizing the most advanced NLP Generative AI models. This role presents a unique opportunity for hands-on ML/NLP/Gen AI/LLM scientists and engineers to advance to the next step in their career journey and apply their technical expertise in NLP, deep learning, Gen AI, and LLMs to drive business value for multiple stakeholders while conducting cutting-edge applied research in LLMs, Gen AI, and related areas.


Responsibilities and Impact:

  • Develop models, algorithms and data pipelines that leverage wealth of S&P Global data (structured and unstructured) to provide actionable insights to clients
  • Lead data science product development start to end from PoC to full production
  • Actively research, explore and identify the latest relevant techniques
  • Identify opportunities for innovation across the Market Intelligence division and company-wide
  • Provide subject matter expertise to internal stakeholders, advice and guide on model and data suitability
  • Guide and mentor junior data scientists on technical subjects

Requirements and Skills

  • Master’s or Ph.D. in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related field.
  • 6+ years of professional experience in Data Science / Machine Learning / Quant, including in the Financial Services sector
  • Hands on project lifecycle experience, from business requirements gathering to testing production release
  • Strong coding experience in Python to write robust, reusable code; experience with version control (preferably github); experience with writing test cases for data science pipelines
  • Experience working with databases and SQL
  • Experience using Language Models to solve a range of predictive task involving text
  • Ability to quickly acquire new technical skills
  • Experience of working with large and complex data sets and distributed computing
  • Good understanding of mathematical foundations of Machine Learning approaches
  • Able to translate business problems into problems that can be solved with Data Science
  • Strong communication and data science project leadership skills
  • Hybrid - 2 days a week or 9 days a month in office is a must

Desirable Skills

  • Good familiarity with recent developments in GenAI and LLMs
  • Econometrics / Financial Engineering background
  • Time series modelling
  • Revenue and other company financials modelling
  • Cloud (AWS, GCP, Azure)
  • Experience with model visualization and explainability

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 are more than 35,000 strong worldwide—driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all. We are committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. Join us to 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. We start with integrity, bring a spirit of discovery, and collaborate with customers to achieve shared goals.


Benefits:

We take care of you, so you can take care of business. 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: Perks for partners and children, with 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:

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.


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.


If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please email and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person.


US Candidates Only: The EEO is the Law Poster at http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf


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