Job Description
Company Description
ABOUT IQ-EQ
We’re a leading Investor Services group offering end-to-end services in administration, accounting, reporting, regulatory and compliance needs of the investment sector worldwide.
We employ a global workforce of 5,800+ people across 25 jurisdictions and have assets under administration (AUA) exceeding US$750 billion. We work with 13 of the world’s top 15 private equity firms.
Our services are underpinned by a Group-wide commitment to ESG and best-in-class technology including a global data platform and innovative proprietary tools supported by in-house experts.
Above all, what makes us different is our people. Operating as trusted partners to our clients, we deliver intelligent solutions through a combination of technical expertise and strong relationships based on deep client understanding.
We’re driven by our Group purpose, to power people and possibilities.
Job Description
JOB DESCRIPTION:
ENGINEER DIGITAL & AI SOLUTIONS
Office: Hyderabad
Department: Digital & AI
Reports to: Technology Lead - Digital & AI Solutions
Responsibilities (how we will measure success)
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements, identify technical solutions, and architect scalable and robust digital and AI systems.
• Design and develop software applications, algorithms, and models utilizing advanced AI techniques such as machine learning, natural language processing, computer vision, and predictive analytics.
• Implement and optimize codebase for performance, reliability, and maintainability, following best practices and coding standards.
• Conduct thorough testing, debugging, and troubleshooting of digital and AI solutions to ensure quality and functionality meet project requirements.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers, fostering their professional growth and development.
• Stay updated on emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices in digital and AI, and actively contribute to the company’s knowledge base and innovation initiatives.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define project milestones, timelines, and deliverables, and communicate technical concepts effectively to non-technical audiences.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of development processes, tools, and methodologies to enhance productivity and efficiency.
• Planning: forecasting future needs for Digital & AI solutions and identifying areas for investment to support business growth.
• Financial Analysis: Conducting cost-benefit analyses on an ongoing basis to identify and implement benefits profiles for core digital & AI solutions across the business.
• Compliance and Reporting: Ensuring compliance with internal policies and external regulations related to core Digital & AI product deployments and preparing reports for management and stakeholders for scheduled and ad-hoc forums.
Qualifications
Requirements
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience of 2+ years in software development, with a focus on digital technologies and AI.
• Proficiency in Python, as well as experience with relevant frameworks and libraries (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn).
• Strong understanding of AI concepts and algorithms, including machine learning, deep learning, reinforcement learning, and natural language processing.
• Experience working with big data technologies, cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP), and distributed computing frameworks (e.g., Hadoop, Spark).
• Solid understanding of software engineering principles, design patterns, and best practices.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work effectively
in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work closely
with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Proven track record of delivering high-quality software solutions on time and
within budget.
• Write effective Python code to tackle complex issues
• Use business sense and analytical abilities to glean valuable insights from
public databases
• Clearly express the reasoning and logic when writing code in Jupiter notebooks or other suitable
Other
• Undertake any additional reasonable duties as required by IQ-EQ
Desired Criteria:
• Systems Analysis Qualification
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Certifications in relevant technologies or methodologies (e.g., AWS Certified
Solutions Architect, Microsoft Certified Azure AI Engineer).
• Experience of operating within a firm that shares some of the following features: -
- Globally distributed teams
- Financial Services
- Fast-paced and rapidly evolving environment
• Knowledge of or experience working in a Private Equity / Investor services industry
Key competencies for position and level
• Communicates Effectively
• Effective Team Player
• Demonstrates Resilient
• Plans and Aligns
• Organisation Savvy
• Embodies our ABC values: Authentic, Bold, and Collaborative.
Additional Information
OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU AND THE ENVIRONMENT
As a forward-looking business, sustainability is integral to our strategy and operations. Our sustainability depends on us building and maintaining meaningful, long-term relationships with all our stakeholders – including our employees, clients, and local communities – while also reducing our impact on our natural environment.
There is always more we can, and should do, to improve – whether in relation to our people, our clients, our planet, or our governance. Our ongoing success as a business depends on our sustainability and agility in a changing and challenging global landscape. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and diverse culture for our people, led by our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion steering committee.
Our learning and development programmes and systems (including PowerU and MyCampus) enable us to invest in growing our employees’ careers, while our hybrid working approach supports our employees in achieving balance and flexibility while remaining connected to their colleagues. We want to empower our 5,500+ employees - from 94 nationalities, speaking 41 languages across 25 countries - to each achieve their potential. Through IQ-EQ Launchpad we support female managers launching their first fund, in an environment where only 15% of all private equity and venture capital firms are gender balanced.
We’re committed to growing long-term relationships with our clients and supporting them in achieving their objectives. We understand that our clients’ sustainability and success leads to our sustainability and success. We’re emotionally invested in our clients right from the beginning.
