Principal, Head of Sustainability Engineering and Data Strategy
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Salary$225k – $300k
LocationNew York, New York
Typefull-time
SeniorityLead
Experience12+ yrs
DepartmentGlobal Engineering
Company size72+ people
PostedOct 6, 2025 · 1y ago
Verified live5d ago
May no longer be actively hiring
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12+ years overall technical and/or analytical experience, including 6+ years in sustainability technology roles
Experience in the development, deployment, and maintenance of enterprise-scale data applications and services
Proven experience managing a team of engineers across global locations
Extremely proficient in Python and an object-oriented language such as Java or C/C++
Skilled in implementing data visualizations using Tableau, Dash, or Power BI
SQL proficiency and experience with large data sets
Highly proficient in data analysis
Industry expertise in the application of sustainability frameworks, particularly related to climate and regulatory requirements
Superior interpersonal skills; capable of building and maintaining strong relationships/credibility with external partners
Expert problem-solving skills with ability to identify, triage, and resolve data and technology issues
Strong communication and influencing skills at all organizational levels
Bachelors or master's in computer science, Software Engineering, or a similar field
Knowledge of financial instruments (fixed income, alternatives, equities, derivatives)
Knowledge and experience with sustainability related data from traditional and non-traditional sources
Familiarity with Scala, Java, and/or kdb/Q
Skills
Python
Java
C/C++
Tableau
Dash
Power BI
Scala
kdb/Q
SQL
Position Overview
Apollo is seeking a Head of Sustainability Engineering and Data Strategy to join Global Engineering in close partnership with the Sustainability team. This individual will serve as Apollo’s subject matter expert in sustainability technology and data strategy, enhancing sustainability data integration into the investment process, product development, and reporting. The role involves working with members of the Global Engineering team, investment teams, and the dedicated sustainability team to produce proprietary sustainability investment insights. The successful candidate will play an integral role across the Equity, Hybrid, and Yield business lines.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Lead the design and implementation of technology solutions that integrate sustainability considerations into the investment process, product development, and reporting.
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Oversee the development and continuous improvement of enterprise applications that support sustainability data management and analytics for the firm.
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Analyze internal and external sustainability data and frameworks to provide detailed views, investment insights, and propose differentiated approaches.
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Collaborate closely with the sustainability team to generate proprietary, data-driven sustainability insights and approaches, particularly regarding climate and scenario analysis.
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Direct the architecture and buildout of platform features to streamline sustainability data aggregation, analysis, and reporting, leveraging existing tools and frameworks.
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Engage with stakeholders across business lines, engineering and enterprise data to ensure applications meet evolving sustainability and business requirements.
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Ensure the quality, reliability, and completeness of sustainability data, including identifying and addressing gaps and issues in both structured and unstructured sources.
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Work with the sustainability team to further develop sustainability reporting and broader communications with LPs and clients.
Qualifications & Experience
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Bachelors or master’s in computer science, Software Engineering, or a similar field.
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12+ years overall technical and/or analytical experience, including 6+ years in sustainability technology roles.
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Experience in the development, deployment, and maintenance of enterprise-scale data applications and services.
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Proven experience managing a team of engineers across global locations
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Extremely proficient in Python and an object-oriented language such as Java or C/C++.
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Skilled in implementing data visualizations using Tableau, Dash, or Power BI.
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Familiarity with Scala, Java, and/or kdb/Q.
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SQL proficiency and experience with large data sets.
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Highly proficient in data analysis, without necessarily being characterized as occupying a “data role.”
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Industry expertise in the application of sustainability frameworks, particularly related to climate and regulatory requirements.
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Knowledge of financial instruments (fixed income, alternatives, equities, derivatives)
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Superior interpersonal skills; capable of building and maintaining strong relationships/credibility with external partners.
•
Expert problem-solving skills with ability to identify, triage, and resolve data and technology issues.
•
Strong communication and influencing skills at all organizational levels.
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Knowledge and experience with sustainability related data from traditional and non-traditional sources
Pay Range
$225,000 – $300,000
Legal
Apollo Global Management, Inc. (together with its subsidiaries and affiliates) is committed to championing opportunity.
The firm and its affiliates comply with applicable discrimination and equal opportunities legislation in all of its jurisdictions and do not discriminate in employment or recruitment based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, veteran status, disability, age, citizenship, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
The contents of the qualifications and experience section of this job description are a guideline only. If an applicant can otherwise demonstrate their suitability for the role they will be considered.
T**he base salary range for this position is listed above. This position is also eligible for a discretionary annual bonus based on personal, team, and Firm performance. Compensation ranges are based on several factors including job function, level, and geographic location. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including candidate experience and expertise, and may vary from the amounts listed here.