CTO, Automotive Forecasting

About the Role:

Grade Level (for internal use):

We are seeking an experienced and visionary Technology Leader to own technology products for our fast-growing Forecasting business. As such, you will play a critical role in shaping the future solutions ecosystem, support product innovation, and ensure the alignment of technology initiatives with business objectives. This is a high-impact leadership position that requires experience in developing SaaS scenario-based solutions, data architecture, emerging technologies as well as the ability to lead in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Technology Strategy & Vision:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive technology strategy that supports Forecasting goals by marrying knowledge of Forecasting business with technology capabilities

• Stay ahead of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices.

• Drive innovation and the adoption of new technologies to maintain a competitive edge in the market.

• Collaborate with strategic vendors

Product Development & Innovation:

• Inform the development of SaaS products and solutions.

• Collaborate with product management and marketing teams to bring innovative data products to market.

• Work with Strategic Vendor teams providing solution and architecture standards

• Support the continuous improvement of existing products and services through data-driven insights and customer feedback.

Data Architecture:

• Oversee the design, development, and maintenance of scalable, secure, and cost effective data architecture.

• Ensure the integration of data systems across the organization to enable seamless data flow and analytics.

• Lead the selection and implementation of technology platforms and partners that support data acquisition, storage, processing, and analysis across large, complex datasets.

Leadership & Team Development:

• Build and lead a high-performing technology team, including data engineers, data scientists, software engineers.

• Foster a culture of collaboration, continuous learning, and innovation within the technology team.

• Mentor and support team members, providing guidance on career development and technical skills enhancement.

Performance Measurement & Reporting:

• Define key performance indicators (KPIs) for technology initiatives and track progress against these metrics.

• Prepare and present regular reports on technology performance, project status, and strategic goals.

• Use data analytics to inform decision-making and drive continuous improvement.

Data Governance & Security:

• Collaborate with BISO and Product teams on data governance frameworks, ensuring compliance with data privacy regulations and industry standards.

• Oversee the implementation of data security measures to protect sensitive information and mitigate risks.

• Ensure the reliability, accuracy, and integrity of the company’s data assets.

Budget & Resource Management:

• Develop and manage the technology budget, ensuring the efficient allocation of resources.

• Optimize technology investments to deliver maximum value to the business.

• Identify opportunities for cost savings through technology optimization and automation.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

• 20+ years of experience in technology roles, with a strong focus on data management, analytics, and business intelligence

• Proven experience in SaaS solutions

• Proven experience in commercially available Scenarios based tools

• Deep understanding of data architecture, cloud computing, big data technologies and AI

• Excellent strategic thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.

• Knowledge of data governance, security, and compliance requirements.

• Experience in managing and working with cross functional teams.

• Outstanding communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

• Demonstrated ability to drive innovation and lead digital transformation initiatives.

• Demonstrated experience deployment Agile and DevOps methodologies.

About S&P Global Mobility

At S&P Global Mobility, we provide invaluable insights derived from unmatched automotive data, enabling our customers to anticipate change and make decisions with conviction. Our expertise helps them to optimize their businesses, reach the right consumers, and shape the future of mobility. We open the door to automotive innovation, revealing the buying patterns of today and helping customers plan for the emerging technologies of tomorrow.

For more information, visit www.spglobal.com/mobility.

What’s In It For You?

Our Purpose:

Progress is not a self-starter. It requires a catalyst to be set in motion. Information, imagination, people, technology–the right combination can unlock possibility and change the world.

Our world is in transition and getting more complex by the day. We push past expected observations and seek out new levels of understanding so that we can help companies, governments and individuals make an impact on tomorrow. At S&P Global we transform data into Essential Intelligence®, pinpointing risks and opening possibilities. We Accelerate Progress.

Our People:

We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide—so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.

From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We’re committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. We’re constantly seeking new solutions that have progress in mind. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.

Our Values:
 

Integrity, Discovery, Partnership

At S&P Global, we focus on Powering Global Markets. Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.

Benefits:

We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That’s why we provide everything you—and your career—need to thrive at S&P Global.

Our benefits include: 

• Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.

• Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.

• Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.

• Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.

• Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.

• Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.

For more information on benefits by country visit: https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at S&P Global:
At S&P Global, we believe diversity fuels creative insights, equity unlocks opportunity, and inclusion drives growth and innovation – Powering Global Markets. Our commitment centers on our global workforce, ensuring that our people are empowered to bring their whole selves to work. It doesn’t stop there, we strive to better reflect and serve the communities in which we live and work, and advocate for greater opportunity for all.