Data Science Associate Director

Are you ready to make an impact at DTCC? 

Do you want to work on innovative projects, collaborate with a dynamic and supportive team, and receive investment in your professional development? At DTCC, we are at the forefront of innovation in the financial markets. We are committed to helping our employees grow and succeed. We believe that you have the skills and drive to make a real impact. We foster a thriving internal community and are committed to creating a workplace that looks like the world that we serve. 

Pay and Benefits: 

• Competitive compensation, including base pay and annual incentive
• Comprehensive health and life insurance and well-being benefits, based on location
• Pension / Retirement benefits
• Paid Time Off and Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.
• DTCC offers a flexible/hybrid model of 3 days onsite and 2 days remote (onsite Tuesdays, Wednesdays and a third day unique to each team or employee).

The Impact you will have in this role:

We're seeking a passionate, hands-on and AI/ML Engineer to join our dynamic Technology and Research team, where you’ll play a pivotal role in spearheading AI initiatives and innovation. As an AI/ML Engineer, you will design, develop, and deploy Artificial Intelligence systems that solve complex problems and drive our technological advancement.

Generative AI Application Development

• Develop and implement AI solutions such as Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) and Agentic Workflows using advanced techniques in prompt engineering and fine-tuning of Large Language Models (LLMs).
• Conduct thorough evaluations of LLMs to ensure the models meet the desired performance criteria and are aligned with business goals.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate AI solutions into existing systems and workflows, enhancing overall efficiency and capabilities.

Model Development and Deployment

• Design and develop machine learning models and algorithms to address business challenges and improve product features.
• Deploy machine learning models in production environments to ensure scalability and efficiency.
• Optimize and refine models based on performance metrics and feedback.

Data Management

• Collect, clean, and preprocess data from various sources to create robust datasets for training and evaluation.
• Implement data augmentation and feature engineering techniques to enhance model performance.
• Maintain and manage data pipelines to ensure seamless data flow and integration.

Research and Innovation

• Stay updated with the latest trends and advancements in AI and machine learning technologies.
• Conduct research to explore new methodologies and techniques that can be applied to current and future projects.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and implement cutting-edge solutions.

Collaboration and Communication

• Work closely with software engineers, data scientists, and product managers to align AI/ML initiatives with business goals.
• Communicate complex technical concepts and results to non-technical stakeholders in a clear and concise manner.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior team members and contribute to the upskilling of the team.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in computer science, Statistics, Data Science, or a related field. Ph.D. in a relevant field is a plus.
• 6+ years of experience in Machine Learning and Data Science.

Talents Needed for Success:

• Strong understanding of statistical methods, data structures, and algorithms.
• Strong programming skills in Python; experience with Machine Learning libraries and Generative AI frameworks (e.g., Pandas, NumPy, Matplotlib, Seaborn, TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn, LangChain) and LLMs.
• Experience developing and deploying AI solutions on AWS cloud platform. Additionally, experience on Snowflake Cortex is plus. 
• Experience with data visualization tools such as Matplotlib, Seaborn, or Tableau.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud for deploying AI solutions.
• Proven experience in developing and deploying machine learning models in a production environment.
• Experience working with large datasets and performing data analysis.
• Previous experience in a similar role or industry is preferred.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills and analytical thinking
• Passion for learning and staying up-to-date with the latest advancements in AI field

Actual salary is determined based on the role, location, individual experience, skills, and other considerations.We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation

With over 50 years of experience, DTCC is the premier post-trade market infrastructure for the global financial services industry. From 20 locations around the world, DTCC, through its subsidiaries, automates, centralizes, and standardizes the processing of financial transactions, mitigating risk, increasing transparency, enhancing performance and driving efficiency for thousands of broker/dealers, custodian banks and asset managers. Industry owned and governed, the firm innovates purposefully, simplifying the complexities of clearing, settlement, asset servicing, transaction processing, trade reporting and data services across asset classes, bringing enhanced resilience and soundness to existing financial markets while advancing the digital asset ecosystem. In 2024, DTCC’s subsidiaries processed securities transactions valued at U.S. $3.7 quadrillion and its depository subsidiary provided custody and asset servicing for securities issues from over 150 countries and territories valued at U.S. $99 trillion. DTCC’s Global Trade Repository service, through locally registered, licensed, or approved trade repositories, processes more than 25 billion messages annually. To learn more, please visit us at www.dtcc.com or connect with us on LinkedIn, X, YouTube, Facebook and Instagram.

DTCC proudly supports Flexible Work Arrangements favoring openness and gives people freedom to do their jobs well, by encouraging diverse opinions and emphasizing teamwork.  When you join our team, you’ll have an opportunity to make meaningful contributions at a company that is recognized as a thought leader in both the financial services and technology industries. A DTCC career is more than a good way to earn a living. It’s the chance to make a difference at a company that’s truly one of a kind.

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