AI / Machine Learning Engineering Lead

AI / Machine Learning Engineering Lead

Everest is a global leader in risk management, rooted in a rich, 50+ year heritage of enabling businesses to survive and thrive, and economies to function and flourish. We are underwriters of risk, growth, progress and opportunity. We are a global team focused on disciplined capital allocation and long-term value creation for all stakeholders, who care deeply about our impact on communities and the wider world.

About the Role

We are looking for a talented AI Solution Engineer to join our innovative team. This role involves designing and implementing advanced AI models to solve complex business problems, particularly within the insurance sector. The ideal candidate will have a strong statistical background and be proficient in machine learning and data analysis. This is a hybrid position based in Warren, NJ working 3 days onsite, 2 remote.

We are not considering fully remote candidates at this time.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and Develop AI Models: Create and implement AI models with a robust statistical foundation. Ensure models are scalable and can be integrated into existing systems.
• Performance Evaluation: Develop and utilize metrics to evaluate the performance of AI models. Continuously monitor and refine models to maintain high performance and accuracy.
• Data Analysis: Analyze large datasets to extract meaningful insights and patterns. Validate AI models against existing benchmarks and datasets.
• Collaboration: Work closely with data scientists, software engineers, and other stakeholders to align AI solutions with business objectives. Communicate findings and recommendations to non-technical team members.

Skills Needed

• Machine Learning: Proficiency in machine learning algorithms and techniques. Experience with frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or similar.
• Statistical Analysis: Strong background in statistics and probability. Ability to apply statistical methods to real-world data.
• Programming: Expertise in Python and/or R for data analysis and model development. Familiarity with SQL and other database technologies.
• Data Analysis: Skilled in data preprocessing, cleaning, and transformation. Experience with data visualization tools to present findings effectively.
• Insurance Domain Knowledge: Experience working with insurance datasets, including claims and underwriting data.
• Understanding of industry-specific challenges and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Education: A bachelor's degree in computer science, Statistics, Data Science, or a related field is required. A master's degree or relevant certifications (e.g., in machine learning or data science) are a plus.
• Experience: 7–9 years of overall experience, including 3–5+ years in AI/ML development and deployment. Prior experience in the insurance industry is highly desirable.
• Soft Skills: Strong problem-solving abilities, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Adaptability: Ability to stay current with the latest AI trends and technologies and apply them to improve existing solutions.

The base salary range for this position is $180,000 - $220,000 annually. The offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, experience, qualifications and work location. All offers include access to a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, 401k match, retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).

At Everest we are dedicated to building an inclusive and authentic workplace. So, if you are excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every element in the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Please let us know if you need any accommodations throughout the application or interview process.

Our Values are the guiding principles that inform our decisions, actions and behaviors. They are an expression of our culture and an integral part of how we work: Talent. Thoughtful assumption of risk. Execution. Efficiency. Humility. Leadership. Collaboration. Inclusion and Belonging.

Our Colleague Behaviors define how we operate and interact with each other no matter our location, level or function: Respect everyone. Pursue better. Lead by example. Own our outcomes. Win together.

All colleagues are held accountable to upholding and supporting our values and behaviors across the company. This includes day to day interactions with fellow colleagues, and the global communities we serve.

Type: Regular

Time Type: Full time

Primary Location: Warren, NJ

Additional Locations: Everest is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or creed, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, genetics, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, civil union status, family or parental status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. As part of this commitment, Everest will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Everest Benefits at View email address on click.appcast.io.