Lead AI Engineer

Job description

**Become a part of our caring community and help us put health first**
We are seeking Lead AI Engineers who has extensive hands-on experience developing Python-based applications intended for use by others, beyond just building models or conducting data analysis.

The traditional candidate will have a strong background in both traditional machine learning and emerging generative AI technologies.
As a Lead AI Engineer, you will play a key role in developing and deploying innovative AI-powered solutions, working with large-scale datasets and cutting-edge tools to solve complex business challenges.

You will collaborate closely with data scientists and fellow engineers, contributing to the entire AI development lifecycle from data ingestion to software deployment and monitoring.
Key Responsibilities:
+ Explore and implement generative AI technologies using Large Language Models and other generative models to create innovative solutions.
+ Build and maintain robust APIs for enabling Retrieval-Augmented Generation and generative AI agents within business use cases.
+ Design, develop, and maintain robust data pipelines for ingestion, processing, and transformation of large datasets.
+ Assist our data science team in the development and deployment of traditional machine learning models.
+ Collaborate with data scientists to understand model requirements and translate them into scalable engineering solutions.
+ Monitor and maintain performance and reliability of deployed APIs, models, and data pipelines.
+ Stay up to date with the latest advancements in machine learning, generative AI, and related technologies.
**Use your skills to make an impact**
**Required Qualifications**
+ Bachelor's Degree in a quantitative discipline (e.g., Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field) with a minimum of 5 years of professional experience; OR
+ Master's Degree in a similar field with at least 5 years of relevant experience.
+ **7+ years of Python application development** and data manipulation libraries (e.g., Pandas, NumPy).
+ Familiarity with API frameworks (e.g., FastAPI, Flask) and RESTful API concepts.
+ Strong understanding of machine learning frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn).
+ Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Google Cloud, Azure)
+ 3+ years of experience with containerization (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
+ 3+ years of experience with CI/CD tools, pipelines
+ Experience working with Large Language Model (LLM) in application development
+ Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and software development best practices.
**Preferred Qualifications**
+ Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work in a collaborative environment.
+ Knowledge of generative AI frameworks such as Langchain or Pydantic AI.
+ Experience deploying software using tools like Docker and Kubernetes.
+ Experience with deep learning techniques and frameworks.
+ Knowledge of natural language processing (NLP).
+ Familiarity with big data technologies (e.g., Hadoop, Spark).
For your awareness, if you are selected, the first-round interview will consist of a screen share technical exercise that will be completed in Python.

Please ensure you have the necessary tools and environment set up to facilitate this exercise.
**Additional Information**
To ensure Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees’ ability to work effectively, the self-provided internet service of Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees must meet the following criteria:
At minimum, a download speed of 25 Mbps and an upload speed of 10 Mbps is required; wireless, wired cable or DSL connection is suggested.
Satellite, cellular and microwave connection can be used only if approved by leadership.
Employees who live and work from Home in the state of California, Illinois, Montana, or South Dakota will be provided a bi-weekly payment for their internet expense.
Humana will provide Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees with telephone equipment appropriate to meet the business requirements for their position/job.
Work from a dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information.
Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or meetings may be required.
**Scheduled Weekly Hours**
40
**Pay Range**
The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting.

The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.
$142,300 - $195,700 per year
This job is eligible for a bonus incentive plan.

This incentive opportunity is based upon company and/or individual performance.
**Description of Benefits**
Humana, Inc.

and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, “Humana”) offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being.

Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work.

Among our benefits, Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, volunteer time off, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities.
Application Deadline: 11-29-2025
**About us**
Humana Inc.

(NYSE: HUM) is committed to putting health first – for our teammates, our customers and our company.

Through our Humana insurance services and CenterWell healthcare services, we make it easier for the millions of people we serve to achieve their best health – delivering the care and service they need, when they need it.

These efforts are leading to a better quality of life for people with Medicare, Medicaid, families, individuals, military service personnel, and communities at large.
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This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment.
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