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New York Life's AI and Data team delivers innovative data, insights, and AI solutions across the organization. Our AI team works on a diverse portfolio of AI and Generative AI initiatives, combining agile and entrepreneurial drive with industry-leading methods and tools. Our efforts are fully supported by executive leadership, and we partner closely with business stakeholders throughout the full model lifecycle-from ideation through production deployment.
Because delivering AI solutions to production requires multiple skill sets, our team includes product managers, data scientists, AI engineers, program managers, model validation and governance professionals, and communications and development specialists.
In this role, you will collaborate with Data Scientists and Platform Engineers to design and deliver AI and GenAI solutions for business partners. You will influence architecture, implementation standards, and engineering best practices to ensure scalable, secure, and production-ready AI systems.
What You'll Do:
Design and develop production-grade AI and Generative AI solutions
Ensure all AI code adheres to software engineering best practices and coding standards
Implement models with scalability, observability, monitoring, and debugging in mind
Set up and manage ML experiments, including server-based hyperparameter tuning
Partner with Platform Engineers to develop pipelines and tools that automate model deployment
Collaborate on solution architecture and implementation decisions
Develop solution architectures that integrate ML models into enterprise systems
Proto@type and evaluate new AI technologies and capabilities
Collaborate with product managers, data scientists, and engineers across the organization
Conduct code reviews to ensure solutions are well-designed, secure, and maintainable
Stay current on emerging AI technologies and identify opportunities to enhance the platform
Apply knowledge of Large Language Models (LLMs) and their enterprise use cases
What You'll Bring:
5+ years of software engineering experience, including at least 2 years of hands-on experience implementing AI/ML solutions
Strong experience with API development and engineering best practices
Proficiency in Python
Experience implementing AI/GenAI patterns (e.g., RAG, MCP, agentic workflows) using frameworks such as LangChain or LangGraph
Experience with machine learning libraries and frameworks such as scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch, or Keras
Understanding of containerization technologies (Docker) and Linux environments
Strong knowledge of data structures, algorithms, and core software engineering principles
Experience with SQL and big data platforms such as Postgres, Redshift, or Databricks
Experience working in AWS or similar cloud compute environments using cloud-native tools
Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments
Passion for technology transformation, innovation, and continuous improvement
Preferred Qualifications
Professional experience working with Generative AI in production environments
Experience implementing and managing vector databases
Experience with Kubernetes and container orchestration
Exposure to Model Context Protocol (MCP) servers
Experience with advanced natural language processing (NLP) tools and frameworks such as SpaCy, NLTK, or Hugging Face
Pay Transparency
Salary Range: [[cust_salaryRangePosting]]
Overtime eligible: [[customString6]]
Discretionary bonus eligible: [[cust_merit]]
Sales bonus eligible: [[stockPackage]]
Actual base salary will be determined based on several factors but not limited to individual's experience, skills, qualifications, and job location. Additionally, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. In addition to base salary, employees may also be eligible to participate in an incentive program.
Company Overview
At New York Life, our 180-year legacy of purpose and integrity fuels our future. As we evolve into a more technology-, data-, and AI-enabled organization, we remain grounded in the values that drive lasting impact.
Our diverse business portfolio creates opportunities to make a difference across industries and communities-inviting bold thinking, collaborative problem-solving, and purpose-driven innovation. Here, you'll find the rare balance of long-standing stability and forward momentum, supported by an inclusive team that honors tradition while embracing progress.
As a Fortune 100 mutual company, we offer a place to grow your skills, contribute to meaningful work, and deliver solutions that matter. Your ideas drive what's next, and your growth powers it.
Our Benefits
We provide a full package of benefits for employees - and have unique offerings for a modern workforce, including leave programs, adoption assistance, and student loan repayment programs. Based on feedback from our employees, we continue to refine and add benefits to our offering, so that you can flourish both inside and outside of work.Click hereto discover more about our comprehensive benefit options or visit ourNYL Benefits Site (https://nylbenefits.com/) .
Our Commitment to Inclusion
At New York Life, fostering an inclusive workplace is fundamental to who we are and how we serve our communities. We have a longstanding commitment to creating an environment where individuals can contribute their best and succeed together. This foundation is rooted in our core values of humanity and integrity, ensuring that every employee feels valued and supported. By embracing a broad range of perspectives and experiences, we achieve greater success and fulfill our promise of providing financial security and peace of mind to families across all communities.Click here (https://www.newyorklife.com/newsroom/featured-awards) to learn more about New York Life's leadership in this space.?
Recognized as one of Fortune's World's Most Admired Companies, New York Life is committed to improving local communities through a culture of employee giving and volunteerism, supported by the Foundation (http://www.newyorklife.com/foundation) . We're proud that due to our mutuality, we operate in the best interests of our policy owners. To learn more about career opportunities at New York Life, please visit theCareers (https://www.newyorklife.com/about/careers/) page of www.NewYorkLife.com .
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