Director, Autonomous AI and Analytics

About the Role:

The Director of Autonomous AI & Analytics Orchestration is responsible for architecting and operationalizing the next generation of intelligent, autonomous agents across the organization. This role integrates multi‑modal data, real‑time market signals, and advanced modeling outputs to deliver continuous, self‑updating insights that scale decision quality and operational efficiency. The Director provides both strategic and technical leadership, ensuring autonomous workflows become a core capability embedded across commercial, analytical, and operational functions.

Grade Level (for internal use):

13

Responsibilities and Impact:

As Director of Autonomous AI & Analytics at S&P Global, you will apply your advanced analytical, AI, domain expertise, and engineering skills to transform our vast datasets and workflows into tangible business value. You will be instrumental in the deployment of machine learning and generative AI solutions, collaborating with product development, and communicating your findings to drive business decisions and serve external clients.

• Lead enterprise‑wide adoption of AI‑driven analytics and autonomous agent systems, transforming decision‑making processes across the Energy division while establishing the technical foundation for scalable, self‑improving analytical workflows that adapt to changing market conditions.

• Architect and deploy sophisticated agentic systems that seamlessly integrate multi‑modal data sources, real‑time market signals, and advanced modeling outputs to deliver continuous, self‑updating insights at enterprise scale, enabling proactive rather than reactive business strategies.

• Drive strategic alignment of autonomous workflow programs with commercial strategy and product roadmaps, ensuring automated insights directly support revenue growth, operational efficiency, and competitive advantage while maintaining clear ROI metrics and business value demonstration.

• Establish comprehensive technical governance frameworks for autonomous systems, including robust auditability mechanisms, regulatory compliance protocols, security standards, and ethical AI practices that meet both corporate requirements and evolving industry regulations.

• Scope, design, and deliver complex end‑to‑end autonomous analytics initiatives from initial exploration through production deployment, with measurable business impact including significant cycle‑time reduction, enhanced decision quality, and operational cost optimization across multiple business units.

• Collaborate extensively with cross‑functional teams, external technology partners, and academic institutions to advance cutting‑edge capabilities in real‑time data integration, knowledge‑graph enrichment, autonomous agent design, and emerging AI technologies that position the organization as an industry leader.

What W e’re L ooking F or :

Basic Required Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical field, with 8+ years of progressive experience leading AI/ML architecture and strategy in enterprise environments, including 3+ years in senior technical leadership roles.

• Proven expertise in designing and implementing enterprise‑scale AI/ML architectures using cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform, with deep understanding of distributed systems, microservices, and scalable data infrastructure design patterns.

• Strong technical leadership experience managing cross‑functional engineering teams and driving architectural decisions for complex AI systems, with demonstrated ability to mentor senior developers and establish technical standards across multiple projects.

• Extensive experience architecting data ecosystems and analytics platforms using technologies such as Snowflake, Databricks, or similar enterprise data platforms, with a focus on system integration, performance optimization, and enterprise security frameworks.

• Demonstrated success in translating business strategy into technical roadmaps and leading large‑scale digital transformation initiatives, with proven ability to collaborate with C‑level executives and drive consensus across multiple stakeholder groups.

• Strong foundation in programming languages such as Python, Java, or Scala, with hands‑on experience in AI/ML frameworks like TensorFlow or PyTorch to effectively guide technical teams and validate architectural approaches.

Additional Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience leading AI governance frameworks and establishing MLOps practices across enterprise organizations, including model lifecycle management, compliance protocols, and risk assessment methodologies.

• Track record of driving innovation through emerging technologies such as generative AI, large language models, or advanced analytics platforms, with experience evaluating and implementing cutting‑edge solutions in production environments.

• Strong background in financial services technology architecture, with understanding of regulatory requirements, data privacy frameworks, and industry‑specific AI applications in areas such as risk management or market analysis.

• Demonstrated expertise in building strategic technology partnerships and vendor relationships, with experience in contract negotiation, technology evaluation, and managing complex multi‑vendor AI solution implementations.

Right to Work Requirements:

This role is limited to persons with an indefinite right to work in the United States and or Canada.

About S&P Global Commodity Insights

At S&P Global Commodity Insights, our complete view of global energy and commodities markets enables our customers to make decisions with conviction and create long‑term, sustainable value.

We’re a trusted connector that brings together thought leaders, market participants, governments, and regulators to co‑create solutions that lead to progress. Vital to navigating Energy Transition, S&P Global Commodity Insights’ coverage includes oil and gas, power, chemicals, metals, agriculture and shipping.

S&P Global Commodity Insights is a division of S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI). S&P Global is the world’s foremost provider of credit ratings, benchmarks, analytics and workflow solutions in the global capital, commodity and automotive markets. With every one of our offerings, we help many of the world’s leading organizations navigate the economic landscape so they can plan for tomorrow, today.

For more information, visit http://www.spglobal.com/commodity-insights

What’s In It For You?

Our Mission:

Advancing Essential Intelligence.

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. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.

Our Values:

Integrity, Discovery, Partnership

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.

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.

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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: EEO.Compliance@spglobal.com and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person.

US Candidates Only:

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