Director, Data Science

Job Description:

Job Description:

We are seeking a visionary Director of Data Science to join the Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AIML) team within Fidelity Fund and Investment Operations (FFIO). In this leadership role, you will drive the development and deployment of innovative machine learning solutions that address complex business and technical challenges across FFIO.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead AI/ML Initiatives: Manage end-to-end machine learning projects, from ideation through production, ensuring alignment with strategic business goals.
• Identify High-Impact Use Cases: Collaborate with business leaders to evaluate operational processes and identify opportunities where AI can deliver measurable value and efficiency.
• Model Development & Deployment: Explore and apply advanced AIML techniques to design, build, and implement scalable solutions. Oversee the transition of models from research to production environments.
• Strategic Collaboration: Partner with senior business and technology stakeholders to maintain a robust project pipeline, prioritize initiatives, and ensure successful delivery.
• Technology Leadership: Stay current with emerging AI technologies and tools. Work closely with enterprise architects and other AI teams to recommend the most suitable models based on performance, features, and cost.
• Domain Expertise: Develop a deep understanding of FFIO's business processes and data landscape to better inform solution design and implementation.
• Communication & Influence: Present project updates, insights, and solution demonstrations to both technical and non-technical senior leadership audiences.

The Expertise and Skills You Bring

• Master's or Ph.D. in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Computer Science, Statistics, Physics, or Finance (with a strong ML foundation), with 8+ years of industry experience in data science or machine learning roles.
• Demonstrated success in leading data science or ML teams within complex, enterprise-scale environments.
• Deep knowledge of AI/ML methodologies, including model development, data engineering, and deployment pipelines.
• Strong proficiency in Python, SQL, and advanced data analysis techniques.
• Hands-on experience with Generative AI, Deep Learning, and Large Language Models (LLMs), including techniques such as prompt engineering, chain-of-thought prompting, RLHF, and few-shot/one-shot learning.
• Expertise with cloud and data platforms such as AWS, Snowflake, and Oracle RDS.
• Experience working in Scaled Agile environments, with the ability to plan, prioritize, and deliver high-impact solutions.
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to engage and influence both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Proven ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams.
• Comfortable navigating complex and ambiguous problem spaces with a solution-oriented mindset.
• Passionate about staying at the forefront of AI/ML advancements and driving innovation through continuous learning and experimentation.

The Team

Fidelity Fund & Investment Operations (FFIO) technology team crafts and maintains technology solutions and products that enable FFIO to provide accounting and investment management support services to Fidelity fund management and shareholders. Advanced Analytics team is responsible for providing thought-leadership by generating effective insights to improve business excellence using data science techniques.

Fidelity's hybrid working model blends the best of both onsite and offsite work experiences. Having the majority of our associates work onsite is important for our business strategy and our culture. We also value the benefits that working offsite offers associates. Most roles listed as Hybrid will require associates to work onsite all business days of every other week in a Fidelity office. This does not apply to roles listed as Remote or Onsite.

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Data Analytics and Insights
Most roles at Fidelity are Hybrid, requiring associates to work onsite every other week (all business days, M-F) in a Fidelity office. This does not apply to Remote or fully Onsite roles.

Please be advised that Fidelity's business is governed by the provisions of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, the Investment Company Act of 1940, ERISA, numerous state laws governing securities, investment and retirement-related financial activities and the rules and regulations of numerous self-regulatory organizations, including FINRA, among others. Those laws and regulations may restrict Fidelity from hiring and/or associating with individuals with certain Criminal Histories.

Client-provided location(s): Merrimack, NH, Westlake, TX

Job ID: Fidelity-2116297

Employment Type: OTHER

Posted: 2025-09-05T18:49:00