Toronto, Ontario, Canada <p>The Fitch Ratings AI team is currently seeking a Director of AI Prototyping based out of our Toronto office.</p> <p>The prospective candidate will be joining our innovative Ratings AI team, which focuses on ideating, planning, and testing AI solutions to enhance Fitch Ratings' workflows and processes.</p> <p>Why Choose Fitch:</p> <blockquote> <p><strong>Hybrid Work Environment:</strong> 3 days a week in office required</p> <p><strong>A Culture of Learning &amp; Mobility:</strong> Dedicated trainings, leadership development and mentorship programs designed to ensure that your time at Fitch will be a continuous learning opportunity</p> <p><strong>Investing in Your Future:</strong> Retirement planning and tuition reimbursement programs that empower you to achieve your short and long-term goals</p> <p><strong>Promoting Health &amp; Wellbeing:</strong> Comprehensive healthcare offerings that enable physical, mental, financial, social, and occupational wellbeing</p> <p><strong>Supportive Parenting Policies:</strong> Family-friendly policies, including a generous global parental leave plan, designed to help you balance career and family life effectively</p> <p><strong>Inclusive Work Environment:</strong> A collaborative workplace where all voices are valued, with Employee Resource Groups that unite and empower our colleagues around the globe</p> <p><strong>Dedication to Giving Back:</strong> Paid volunteer days, matched funding for donations and ample opportunities to volunteer in your community</p> </blockquote> <p>We’ll Count on You To:</p> <blockquote> <p>Actively monitor cutting-edge AI/ML research and open-source software repos, assessing them for practical and innovative applications across business workflows and decision-making processes</p> <p>Prototype and iterate on creative, innovative AI-driven solutions using a range of technologies and platforms</p> <p>Formulate and execute strategic plans for AI initiatives that align with our organizational goals and values</p> <p>Manage the AI development lifecycle, ensuring smooth progression from concept to deployment</p> <p>Engage with both internal and external stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver tailored AI solutions</p> <p>Mentor and nurture junior members of the AI team, promoting a culture of continuous learning and innovation</p> <p>Take an active role in driving the teams project forward and supporting the junior team members in meeting all project goals</p> </blockquote> <p>What You Need to Have:</p> <blockquote> <p>An advanced degree (PhD or Master's degree is desirable) in Computer Science, AI, Machine Learning, quantitative finance, mathematics, or a related field</p> <p>Solid professional experience in AI, machine learning, or data science roles</p> <p>A proven ability to lead and deliver AI projects from inception to successful implementation</p> <p>Strong technical knowledge of AI methodologies, as well as proficiency in programming languages like Python or R. The majority of the team's development is done in Python.</p> </blockquote> <p>What Would Make You Stand Out:</p> <blockquote> <p>Previous experience within financial services or rating agencies</p> <p>Exceptional leadership and communication skills capable of inspiring a diverse team</p> <p>A keen understanding of AI regulatory and ethical standards, particularly within the financial industry</p> <p>A proactive approach to staying informed about emerging AI technologies and trends</p> <p>Proven experience in product leadership and expertise in understanding underlying business needs to identify the product need.</p> </blockquote>