Senior Python Software Developer

Job Description

About the Role:

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The Team

Our team is on an exciting journey to build Kensho SparkAssist, S&P Global's internal conversational AI platform, designed to support colleagues across all departments.

We work collaboratively with internal and external partners, using data-driven decisions and continuous improvement to create value. Forward-thinking in nature, we leverage modern generative AI models and cloud services. Our focus is on the creation of scalable systems over customized solutions, all while prioritizing the needs of our stakeholders.

What's in it for you:

- Build a rewarding career with a leading global company in an international team.
- Develop relevant solutions that enhance efficiency and drive innovation across S&P Global's diverse departments.
- Enhance your skills by engaging with enterprise-level products and cutting-edge genAI technologies.
- Work alongside experts in AI and technology, gaining insights and experience that will propel your career forward.

Responsibilities:

- Develop clean, high-quality Python code that is easy to read and maintain.
- Solve complex problems by analyzing and isolating issues efficiently.
- Champion best practices in coding and serve as a subject matter expert.
- Design and implement solutions to support key business needs.
- Engineer components and common services using Python.
- Produce system design documents and lead technical walkthroughs.
- Collaborate effectively with both technical and non-technical partners to achieve project goals.
- Continuously improve the architecture to enhance system performance and scalability.
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement

Basic Qualifications:

- 5+ years of experience in designing and building solutions using distributed computing.
- Proven experience in implementing and maintaining web applications in large-scale environments.
- Experience working with business stakeholders and users, providing research direction and solution design.
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines to automate the deployment and testing of software.
- Proficient programming skills in high-level languages, particularly Python.
- Solid knowledge of cloud platforms such as Azure and AWS.
- Experience with SQL and NoSQL such as Azure Cosmos DB and PostgreSQL
- Ability to quickly define and prototype solutions with continual iteration within challenging timelines.

- Strong communication and documentation skills for both technical and non-technical audiences.
- : Deep understanding of generative AI models, including experience with large language models (LLMs) such as GPT, BERT, and Transformer architectures.
- : Proficiency in creating and utilizing embeddings for various applications, including semantic search and recommendation systems.
- Familiarity with vector search techniques and embedding models for efficient data retrieval and analysis.

Preferred Qualifications:

- : Experience with machine learning models and natural language processing techniques to enhance AI-driven solutions.
- : Knowledge of cloud services such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud for deploying and managing AI solutions.
- Ability to lead, train, and mentor team members effectively.
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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're more than 35,000 strong worldwide-so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.

From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We're committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. We're constantly seeking new solutions that have progress in mind. Join us and 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. Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.

Benefits:

We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That's why we provide everything you-and your career-need to thrive at S&P Global.

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: It's not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.

- Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards-small perks can make a big difference.

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Global Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global:

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. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration, we drive innovation and power global markets.

Recruitment Fraud Alert:

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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. Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment.

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

US Candidates Only: The EEO is the Law Poster describes discrimination protections under federal law. Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision -

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20 - Professional (EEO-2 Job Categories-United States of America), IFTECH202.1 - Middle Professional Tier I (EEO Job Group), SWP Priority - Ratings - (Strategic Workforce Planning)

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