Senior Machine Learning Engineer, Chicago

Fitch Group is currently seeking a Senior Machine Learning Engineer based out of our Chicago office.  

 

As a leading, global financial information services provider, Fitch Group delivers vital credit and risk insights, robust data, and dynamic tools to champion more efficient, transparent financial markets. With over 100 years of experience and colleagues in over 30 countries, Fitch Group’s culture of credibility, independence, and transparency is embedded throughout its structure, which includes Fitch Ratings, one of the world’s top three credit ratings agencies, and Fitch Solutions, a leading provider of insights, data and analytics. With dual headquarters in London and New York, Fitch Group is owned by Hearst. 

 

Fitch's Technology & Data Team is a dynamic department where innovation meets impact. Our team includes the Chief Data Office, Chief Software Office, Chief Technology Office, Emerging Technology, Shared Technology Services, Technology, Risk and the Executive Program Management Office (EPMO). Driven by our investment in cutting-edge technologies like AI and cloud solutions, we’re home to a diverse range of roles and backgrounds united by a shared passion for leveraging modern technology to drive projects that matter to our organization and clients. We are also proud to be recognized by Built In as a “Best Place to Work in Technology” 3 years in a row. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your career, we offer an exciting and supportive environment where you can grow, innovate, and make a difference. 

 

Want to learn more about a career in technology and data at Fitch?

Visit: https://careers.fitch.group/content/Technology-and-Data/

 

About the Team

The Fitch Group’s AI Implementation Chapter is seeking a seasoned Senior Machine Learning Engineer with 6+ years of experience to drive advanced AI/ML initiatives across the Fitch Ratings organization. In this role, you will not only design and implement enterprise-grade ML and Generative AI solutions but also mentor junior engineers, lead projects, and help shape our AI technical strategy. You will work closely with product squads, business partners, and crossfunctional teams to integrate advanced AI solutions into flagship Fitch Ratings products and workflows.

 

The AI Chapter’s team objectives:

• Implement AI & ML technology in collaboration with Fitch Ratings business partners and product squads
• Develop and support enterprise-level AI exploration tools and capabilities
• Provide guidance for efficient and secure development and deployment of AI
• Establish and maintain guidelines and processes for AI/ML governance

 

 

How You’ll Make an Impact: 

• Lead the design, development, and deployment of scalable AI/ML solutions—focusing on advanced generative AI frameworks, large language models, and agentic workflows.
• Act as a technical leader by mentoring junior team members, providing guidance on best practices, code quality, and architectural design.
• Drive projects and strategic initiatives, collaborating with product squads and business stakeholders to ensure seamless integration of ML solutions into existing workflows.
• Develop robust, production-quality software artifacts using Python along with large-scale data workflow orchestration platforms (e.g., Airflow).
• Leverage expertise in cloud computing platforms (AWS and Azure) to build and optimize AI infrastructure, using services like AWS Bedrock, S3, SageMaker, Azure AI Search, etc.
• Champion ML governance by ensuring guidelines are followed, monitoring SLAs, and continuously improving the performance and reliability of AI solutions.
• Translate complex data science and ML concepts for technical and non-technical audi