Director, Engineering Team Lead

Fitch Group is seeking a Director, Engineering Team Lead , to be based in our New York City office.

This role will oversee the technical squad responsible for the development and deployment of the Financial Document Repository (FDR)—a business-critical suite of applications that enables the ingestion, transformation, and distribution of financial data and documents across all Fitch global businesses.

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:

How You’ll Make an Impact:

• In partnership with the Fitch Data Operations team, define and deliver the ‘FDR automation roadmap leveraging AI/ML’ to satisfy the current growing needs of our businesses and support functions for high quality financial documents & data
  • Automation both in how we deliver FDR technology to the business (e.g. automating our QA function) but also enabling our business users modern capabilities to process financial documents and better measurably better than they can today
• Mentor and develop technical team members, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment that evidence ‘continuous improvements’ end-to-end across document processing workflows.
• Lock-step collaboration with FDR Product Owners to help plan, prioritize, estimate and manage all delivery related to document & data processing here within Fitch
• Act as a liaison between the FDR technical team and all Data & Technology partners / support functions – both internal and vendor management.

You May be a Good Fit if:

• Proven experience (3-5+ years) in leading and managing software engineering teams, preferably in financial services and leveraging Agile methodologies
  • Able to provide technical guidance and leadership to the team. o Guide, review and approve architectural designs, ensuring scalability, security, and reliability.
• Hands-on experience with system design & delivering technology solutions and tools for document & data ingestion, processing, and distribution using either 3rd party solutions (e.g. Cognaise, Mobius) or proprietary development
  • Strong understanding of modern software development tools & principles on cloud platforms (AWS preferred), programming languages (e.g. Python, Java), and data architecture
  • Track record of modernizing legacy systems (C++, Swing, SOAP) and Testing Automation strongly preferred
• Strong track record of evaluating and implementing new technologies and methodologies to enhance efficiency

What Would Make You Stand Out:

• Experience with forming strong partnerships with stakeholders and product teams
  • Great interpersonal and collaboration skills
• Ability to translate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Proven ability to drive innovation and install a culture of ‘continuous improvement’ that measurably improve business outcomes
• Ability to communicate effectively with senior management and influence decision-making.

Why Choose Fitch:

• Hybrid Work Environment : 2 to 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 interest 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.

FOR NEW YORK ROLES ONLY: Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $190,000 and $205,000 per year. 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.