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SBI Launches Fixed-Term Recruitment for AI and Technology Specialist Cadre
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Core Recruitment Announcement
State Bank of India (SBI) has opened online applications for Specialist Cadre Officer (SCO) positions focused on artificial intelligence, data analytics, data engineering, AI governance and technology architecture. The bank describes the posts as fixed-term appointments and invites experienced professionals to apply through its official portal, sbi.bank.in.
Eligibility Criteria and Experience Requirements
SBI’s notification outlines distinct age and qualification bands for each role. General-manager-level posts, including the Chief AI Officer, require candidates aged 40-55 years and a B.E., B.Tech. or M.Tech. in Computer Science, Information Technology, Electronics, Electrical & Electronics, or Electronics & Communication, with equivalent degrees also accepted. Holders of an M.Sc. in Statistics or Computer Science, an M.A. in Statistics, an M.Stat. or an MCA may also qualify.
Deputy General Manager posts (Risk and Operational Analytics; AI Governance and Compliance; Data Engineering, Model Application Development and AI Ops) target applicants aged 35-50 years with the same engineering or technology degrees, or an MCA.
AI Solution Architect and Enterprise AI Architect positions accept candidates aged 30-45 years who possess a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Business Administration, Management or a related discipline.
Experience thresholds vary by post. Most SCO roles demand a minimum of eight years of overall professional experience, including at least three years in AI or analytics solutioning. The Chief AI Officer role specifies over fifteen years of relevant experience.
Application Process and Selection Method
Applicants must create an account on the SBI careers portal, upload personal, educational and employment details, and submit required documents. The selection sequence comprises shortlisting, a 100-mark interview, and, for the first four posts listed in the notification, a ten-minute presentation covering the candidate’s project work and achievements. Final merit is determined by interview scores, after which successful candidates enter CTC (cost-to-company) negotiations.
Implications for Banking Technology
By recruiting senior AI and data-analytics talent on a fixed-term basis, SBI aims to accelerate the integration of advanced analytics, AI governance and technology architecture into its operations. The targeted hiring of senior managers and architects signals a strategic push to modernize banking services, improve risk and operational analytics, and expand AI-driven product offerings across its extensive network.