AI-Enabled Multi-Asset Data Operations Vice President Job Reference: 2026-4914 Location: Budapest Category: Data and Operations Solution: Analytics Role Category: Hybrid Apply AI-Enabled Multi-Asset Data Operations Vice President Share Your Team Responsibilities

The Time Series Data Operations team delivers production data across multiple asset classes—fixed income, futures, derivatives, and equity analytics—supporting MSCI's index products and analytical models. The team is responsible for:

Daily data production and quality assurance for client-facing data productsVendor data integration and managementMethodology implementations, historical restatements, and platform migrationsData quality investigation including pricing errors, model performance, and analytical discrepanciesProcess automation and efficiency improvements aligned with MSCI's AI transformation mandateCross-functional collaboration with Research, Development, and Product teamsYour Key Responsibilities

AI & Automation

Design and implement AI-driven automation for data production workflows, including automated quality checks, anomaly detection, and exception handlingBuild and maintain AI-assisted tools such as automated documentation, intelligent triage systems, and code generation aidsDefine metrics to measure automation progress and efficiency improvementsEvaluate new AI technologies and identify opportunities to apply them to data operations challenges

Data Production & Quality

Oversee daily data production and quality assurance across fixed income, futures, derivatives, and equity analyticsLead projects involving methodology changes, historical data corrections, vendor transitions, and platform migrationsTroubleshoot complex data issues involving multiple vendors and data sourcesImprove and automate multi-step production processes to increase reliability and reduce manual work

Leadership & Collaboration

Work with Research, Development, and Product teams to align data operations with broader business goalsLead initiatives to reorganize and improve how data products are structured and deliveredRepresent the team in cross-functional projects and discussions with internal stakeholders and clientsMentor team members and share knowledge about workflows, tools, and best practicesYour skills and experience that will help you excel

Required

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent practical experience)6+ years of experience in financial data operations, market data, or quantitative analyticsStrong SQL and Python skills; experience working with large datasets and databasesFamiliarity with multiple asset classes: fixed income, derivatives, futures, or equitiesAbility to work independently and collaboratively on complex multi-team projectsExperience with or strong interest in AI tools, automation, or process improvementStrong professional English communication skills, written and verbal

Nice to Have

Experience using generative AI tools (Claude, ChatGPT, Copilot) in a work contextCFA, FRM, or similar certificationExperience with Agile workflows or project managementFamiliarity with market data vendors (Bloomberg, Refinitiv, ICE)Experience with cloud platforms (Snowflake, Databricks, AWS, Azure)Track record of successfully automating workflows or improving operational processesInterest in ESG or sustainability dataAbout MSCI

What we offer you

Transparent compensation schemes and comprehensive employee benefits, tailored to your location, ensuring your financial security, health, and overall wellbeing.Flexible working arrangements, advanced technology, and collaborative workspaces.A culture of high performance and innovation where we experiment with new ideas and take responsibility for achieving results.A global network of talented colleagues, who inspire, support, and share their expertise to innovate and deliver for our clients.Global Orientation program to kickstart your journey, followed by access to our Learning@MSCI platform, AI Learning Center , LinkedIn Learning Pro and tailored learning opportunities for ongoing skills development.Multi-directional career paths that offer professional growth and development through new challenges, internal mobility and expanded roles.We actively nurture an environment that builds a sense of inclusion belonging and connection, including eight Employee Resource Groups. All Abilities, Asian Support Network, Black Leadership Network, Climate Action Network, Hola! MSCI, Pride & Allies, Women in Tech, and Women’s Leadership Forum.

At MSCI we are passionate about what we do, and we are inspired by our vision – to power better decisions. You’ll be part of an industry-leading network of creative, curious, and entrepreneurial pioneers. This is a space where you can challenge yourself, set new standards and perform beyond expectations for yourself, our clients, and our industry.

MSCI strengthens global markets by connecting participants across the financial ecosystem with a common language. Our research-based data, analytics and indexes, supported by advanced technology, set standards for global investors and help our clients understand risks and opportunities so they can make better decisions and unlock innovation. We serve asset managers and owners, private-market sponsors and investors, hedge funds, wealth managers, banks, insurers and corporates.

MSCI Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the firm to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital and civil partnership/union status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected parental leave), veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. MSCI is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please email Disability.Assistance@msci.com and indicate the specifics of the assistance needed. Please note, this e-mail is intended only for individuals who are requesting a reasonable workplace accommodation; it is not intended for other inquiries.

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“Knowledge is passed from one person to the next to achieve the common goal of learning more so that we can provide better and better solutions to our clients.

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“Ours is a culture that celebrates performance.

We look at individual contributions and hold each employee accountable while supporting them to achieve their goals.

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“Sometimes people are a bit hesitant about telling their managers that they are ready for a new challenge.

But there are many opportunities inside MSCI, and your manager can help support and guide you.

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MSCI is committed to providing a competitive benefit package to you and, where applicable, your family. You are entitled to an extensive range of core benefits along with a range of cafeteria benefits. 

Core benefits:  

Voluntary Pension Fund contribution  Life, Accident and Healthcare Insurance Package Short-term Disability/Sickness benefit  Yearly medical screenings in private healthcare  Paternity leave  Glasses contribution Travel Reimbursement

Cafeteria benefits: 

Széchenyi Recreation Card/SZÉP Card   Tax Free Nursery / Kindergarten Benefit  Voluntary healthcare fund contribution  Voluntary pension fund contribution 
  Development opportunities

At MSCI career paths are multi-directional, and we believe that new and challenging experiences drive both professional growth and business success.

Everyone here is responsible for leading their own development and we’re here to support and guide you every step of the way. Whether that means deepening your expertise, moving across teams, or stepping into leadership, you’ll have access to internal mobility, learning and skills development, stretch opportunities and mentoring. 

Discover more about how you can grow your career at MSCI

Budapest

Kassák Lajos utca 19-25
1134 Budapest
Hungary

 

Our Budapest office, located in the XIIIth district of the city, occupies the top three floors of the first LEED-Platinum-certified building in Hungary. As MSCI’s second-largest office, a wide variety of teams and functions are represented here, and each Wednesday we host in-person and hybrid events to nurture inter-departmental relationships. You’ll also find a wide variety of collaboration spaces, private rooms for 1:1s, relax rooms to help you recharge and showers for colleagues who like to exercise before work. Learn more about MSCI's Budapest office.

Recruitment process Apply online

First, click Apply and upload a CV that shows us the skills and passion you could bring to this role, as well as your contact details so we can reach out to you. 

Talk to our recruiter

If you look like a good match, our recruiters will arrange a chat where we’ll ask about your motivations, experience, and background, and where you can ask us anything you want to know about working at MSCI.

Interview with our team

If you like what you hear, and we think you have what we need, then it’s time to interview with your future team, either virtually or in the office. These interviews will give you a clear insight into the team and the day-to-day responsibilities of the role. Read our interview top tips.

Make your decision

If you’re successful, we’ll make you an offer and give you any further information you need to help you make your decision. If the answer is yes, it’s time for some background checks, and then we’ll welcome you on board. Learn more about our onboarding experience.

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