Vice President, AI / Machine Learning Data Engineering
About the role
We’re seeking a hands-on technical leader to join our AI Hub team in New York, NY. This role focuses on building AI-powered tools and platforms that improve the way engineers design, build, test, and operate software. You’ll apply deep AI and software engineering expertise to deliver practical solutions, guide technical direction, and help scale high-value capabilities in an enterprise environment.
Responsibilities
- Lead the design and development of applied AI solutions, providing hands-on technical leadership for machine learning and artificial intelligence products.
- Bring strong knowledge of Applied AI, LLMs, fine tuning, model evaluation, and approaches to building fit-for-purpose models, copilots, and agents for engineering use cases.
- Conduct technical research, prototyping, and experimentation to evaluate model and tooling approaches, and translate findings into actionable recommendations and implementation plans.
- Partner with engineering and business stakeholders to understand priorities, workflows, and opportunities, and help define success measures that demonstrate developer and business impact.
- Apply AI expertise to improve the software development lifecycle and support builders, designers, and developers with secure, scalable, and production-ready capabilities.
- Contribute to Application Development objectives by mentoring engineers, promoting strong engineering practices, and supporting high-quality delivery across architecture, reliability, and responsible AI adoption.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, or a related field or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 5-9 years of experience in software development; experience in the securities or financial services industry is a plus.
- 8+ years of advanced experience in applied AI/ML, model development, and software engineering, including building and deploying production solutions.
- Ability to operate as a hands-on technical lead, collaborating with engineers and partners while driving design, implementation, and delivery decisions.
- Strong understanding of enterprise software practices, MLOps / LLMOps, evaluation approaches, and how to create secure, scalable, and sustainable AI solutions.
- Ability to communicate technical ideas effectively and work across a range of audiences, including engineers, product partners, and business stakeholders.
About Us
As a leading global financial services company at the heart of the global financial system, we influence nearly 20% of the world’s investible assets. Our teams harness cutting-edge AI and breakthrough technologies to collaborate with clients, driving transformative solutions that redefine industries and uplift communities worldwide. Recognized as a top destination for innovators, BNY is where bold ideas meet advanced technology and exceptional talent.
Benefits
- Highly competitive compensation, benefits, and wellbeing programs rooted in a strong culture of excellence and pay-for-performance philosophy.
- Access to flexible global resources and tools for your life’s journey.
- Generous paid leaves, including paid volunteer time, to support you and your family through important moments.
- Eligibility for an annual discretionary incentive award.
- 401(k) plan and Company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance plans for the employee and eligible dependents.
- Various paid time off benefits, such as vacation and sick time, depending on the position offered.
Pay
BNY assesses market data to ensure a competitive compensation package. The expected base salary for this position may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Base salary is part of a total rewards package that may include eligibility for an annual discretionary incentive award.