Fitch Solutions is currently seeking a Senior Software Engineer, AI based out of our Chicago office. Fitch Solutions is a leading provider of insights, data and analytics. It informs investment strategies, strengthens risk management capabilities and helps identify strategic opportunities. Its analysts, lawyers, journalists and economists offer in-depth views on credit markets/risk and individual credits, ESG, developed and emerging markets, and industry sectors. Fitch Solutions is part of Fitch Group, a global leader in financial information services with operations in over 30 countries. Fitch Group is owned by Hearst. By becoming a part of the Fitch Solutions team, you will join a group of colleagues driving high-impact AI initiatives and identifying cross-product synergies across our external product portfolio. We advance innovation by uncovering strategic opportunities and delivering scalable, enterprise-grade solutions. You'll work in a dynamic environment where innovation is encouraged, and collaboration is key to developing solutions that address the evolving needs of global markets. With a portfolio of best-in-class, we offer you the opportunity to advance your career while contributing to a company known for its expertise and commitment to excellence.
What We Offer:
Create transformative AI systems with measurable impact
Leverage cutting-edge AI innovation
Lead enterprise-wide AI standardization initiatives
Address complex, cross-functional challenges
We'll Count on You To:
Lead transformative GenAI system development
Pioneer AI innovation through hands-on engineering
Build robust production infrastructure
Demonstrate full-stack engineering excellence
Build and deliver reliable AI solutions
Collaborate and communicate effectively
What You Need to Have:
7+ years of professional experience designing, developing, and deploying production-grade AI/ML systems
5+ years in full stack software engineering building and deploying real-world enterprise applications; advanced Python programming skills with strong backend development capabilities
Proven experience in developing and deploying intelligent conversational AI systems using RAG architectures, Model Context Protocol (MCP), AI-enabled search, vector databases, and LLM integration in real-time enterprise environments
Hands-on enterprise experience developing GenAI applications using LangChain and LangGraph frameworks with expertise in agent architecture design, state management, memory systems, and graph-based workflow orchestration
Strong technical expertise in embeddings, vector databases for AI integration, and LLM integration/fine-tuning across platforms such as OpenAI, LLaMA; solid understanding of ML algorithms with production experience using frameworks and tools including FastAPI, PyTorch/TensorFlow, and MLflow
Extensive experience building and integrating generative AI solutions into production environments, including working with large language models, designing multi agentic systems and embedding AI capabilities into existing product ecosystems
Strong foundation in MLOps practices, containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes/AWS EKS), cloud infrastructure (AWS/Azure), AI-specific services (AWS Bedrock, SageMaker, Azure AI Search), and orchestration tools
Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts for diverse stakeholders and work effectively across cross-functional teams
Why Fitch? Hybrid Work Environment: 2 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