Fitch Ratings
Director, Software Development - Model Development - New York
Fitch Ratings, New York, New York, us, 10261
Overview
Director, Software Development - Model Development - New York at Fitch Ratings.
Responsibilities
Design, implement or enhance model infrastructure
Conduct comprehensive testing and prepare documentation
Opportunity to get involved in developing selective rating models
Gain valuable experience in exploring emerging technologies
Understand credit ratings process and model governance framework
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Computer Science or any Engineering discipline
Solid knowledge in Python or any other object-oriented programming language (e.g., JAVA, C++, C#)
Excellent working experience in developing highly scalable, reliable and functional back-end systems
Excellent quantitative aptitude & problem-solving skills
Strong team player & great work ethic
Strong communication skills
Self-motivated with ability to manage timelines across multiple projects
Experience with AWS Managed Cloud
What Would Make You Stand Out
Experience with front-end development using frameworks like React
Why Choose Fitch
Hybrid Work Environment: 3 days a week in office required based on your line of business and location
A Culture of Learning & Mobility: Dedicated trainings, leadership development and mentorship programs designed to ensure that your time at Fitch will be a continuous learning opportunity
Investing in Your Future: Retirement planning and tuition reimbursement programs that empower you to achieve your short and long-term goals
Promoting Health & Wellbeing: Comprehensive healthcare offerings that enable physical, mental, financial, social, and occupational wellbeing
Supportive Parenting Policies: Family-friendly policies, including a generous global parental leave plan, designed to help you balance career and family life effectively
Inclusive Work Environment: A collaborative workplace where all voices are valued, with Employee Resource Groups that unite and empower our colleagues around the globe
Dedication to Giving Back: Paid volunteer days, matched funding for donations and ample opportunities to volunteer in your community
Fitch is committed to providing global securities markets with objective, timely, independent and forward-looking credit opinions. To protect Fitch’s credibility and reputation, our employees must take every precaution to avoid conflicts of interests or any appearance of a conflict of interest. Should you be successful in the recruitment process at Fitch Ratings you will be asked to declare any securities holdings and other potential conflicts prior to commencing employment. If you, or your immediate family, have any holdings that may conflict with your work responsibilities, you may be asked to divest yourself of them before beginning work.
Fitch is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, and other statuses protected by law.
Salary (New York and Chicago roles only) Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $130,000 and $160,000. Actual salaries will be determined on an individualized basis and may vary based on factors including but not limited to education, training, experience, past performance, and other job-related factors. Base pay is one part of Fitch’s total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include commission earnings, discretionary bonuses, long-term incentives, and other benefits sponsored by Fitch.
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Responsibilities
Design, implement or enhance model infrastructure
Conduct comprehensive testing and prepare documentation
Opportunity to get involved in developing selective rating models
Gain valuable experience in exploring emerging technologies
Understand credit ratings process and model governance framework
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Computer Science or any Engineering discipline
Solid knowledge in Python or any other object-oriented programming language (e.g., JAVA, C++, C#)
Excellent working experience in developing highly scalable, reliable and functional back-end systems
Excellent quantitative aptitude & problem-solving skills
Strong team player & great work ethic
Strong communication skills
Self-motivated with ability to manage timelines across multiple projects
Experience with AWS Managed Cloud
What Would Make You Stand Out
Experience with front-end development using frameworks like React
Why Choose Fitch
Hybrid Work Environment: 3 days a week in office required based on your line of business and location
A Culture of Learning & Mobility: Dedicated trainings, leadership development and mentorship programs designed to ensure that your time at Fitch will be a continuous learning opportunity
Investing in Your Future: Retirement planning and tuition reimbursement programs that empower you to achieve your short and long-term goals
Promoting Health & Wellbeing: Comprehensive healthcare offerings that enable physical, mental, financial, social, and occupational wellbeing
Supportive Parenting Policies: Family-friendly policies, including a generous global parental leave plan, designed to help you balance career and family life effectively
Inclusive Work Environment: A collaborative workplace where all voices are valued, with Employee Resource Groups that unite and empower our colleagues around the globe
Dedication to Giving Back: Paid volunteer days, matched funding for donations and ample opportunities to volunteer in your community
Fitch is committed to providing global securities markets with objective, timely, independent and forward-looking credit opinions. To protect Fitch’s credibility and reputation, our employees must take every precaution to avoid conflicts of interests or any appearance of a conflict of interest. Should you be successful in the recruitment process at Fitch Ratings you will be asked to declare any securities holdings and other potential conflicts prior to commencing employment. If you, or your immediate family, have any holdings that may conflict with your work responsibilities, you may be asked to divest yourself of them before beginning work.
Fitch is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, and other statuses protected by law.
Salary (New York and Chicago roles only) Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $130,000 and $160,000. Actual salaries will be determined on an individualized basis and may vary based on factors including but not limited to education, training, experience, past performance, and other job-related factors. Base pay is one part of Fitch’s total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include commission earnings, discretionary bonuses, long-term incentives, and other benefits sponsored by Fitch.
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