CFA Institute · 10 hours ago
Senior Director, AI & Software Engineering
New York, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$141K/yr - $280K/yr
10+ years expCFA Institute is the global leader in investment excellence and ethics, and they are seeking a Senior Director for AI & Software Engineering to advance responsible, enterprise AI. In this role, you will lead multidisciplinary teams to shape architecture and engineering standards for AI-enabled products and services across the organization.
Financial Services
Responsibilities
Lead execution of CFA Institute’s AI and data engineering roadmap, including platforms, MLOps, and AI-enabled products
Serve as enterprise steward for AI engineering platforms, ensuring alignment with architecture and responsible AI principles
Translate emerging AI technologies into scalable, production-grade business solutions
Own platform engineering outcomes, operating discipline, and technical coherence across strategic initiatives
Establish and enforce AI engineering standards for quality, explainability, bias mitigation, performance, reliability, and monitoring
Oversee MLOps and DevSecOps, including model CI/CD, feature management, observability, and lifecycle automation
Manage a portfolio of AI engineering initiatives, ensuring predictable delivery, quality, and risk management
Lead AI-related incident response, vulnerability management, and remediation
Partner with Product, Data, Legal, Risk, and business leaders to ensure ethical, compliant AI deployment
Build organizational capability through AI talent development, coaching, and knowledge sharing
Lead and develop high-performing AI engineering teams with a culture of accountability and continuous improvement
Manage strategic vendors and partners to ensure quality, continuity, and value realization
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required; master's degree or equivalent experience in computer science, data science, AI, or related field preferred
10–15+ years of progressive experience in software, data, or AI engineering, including enterprise-scale platforms
3–6+ years of experience leading and managing senior engineering teams and complex delivery portfolios
Demonstrated experience delivering production-grade AI solutions at scale
Strong understanding of responsible AI, model governance, and regulatory considerations
Exceptional communication, analytical, and leadership skills
Proven ability to partner effectively with engineering, security, and business stakeholders at senior levels
Strong strategic thinking and roadmap development skills
Excellent stakeholder management and influencing capabilities
Deep understanding of balancing security, compliance, and customer experience
Outstanding communication, problem solving, and analytical skills
High level of organizational agility and ability to manage complex, interdependent priorities
Benefits
Eligibility for an annual incentive bonus
A 12% employer contribution to a 401(k) or pension plan
A comprehensive medical benefits package
Comprehensive health coverage for you and your family
Generous leave and time off
Competitive retirement plans
Flexible work options
Wellness, education, and support programs
Company
CFA Institute
Our members and charterholders advance market integrity, trust, and transparency in their professions to build more sustainable, inclusive, and prosperous societies.
501-1000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Margaret Franklin, CFA
President and CEO
Andrew Rome, JD, SHRM-SCP
Chief People Officer
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