Principal AI Engineer

For our client, we are seeking a Principal AI Engineer to join the team of a leader in the Finance & Insurance space.

This role will help shape and deliver production Generative AI solutions that support complex operational workflows and business transformation efforts. You will work closely with cross-functional partners to translate ambiguous problems into scalable technical approaches, while contributing directly to code, architecture, and operating standards. The position is focused on driving strong technical outcomes for a value stream and helping ensure AI-enabled solutions are reliable, measurable, and ready for production use.

Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available

Compensation: $150,000 – $180,000 annually

Responsibilities

• Own the technical outcome of a value-stream pod from problem shaping through production operations
• Partner with business transformation leaders and end users to shape ambiguous problems and define practical solutions
• Architect and build production Generative AI agents and applications while contributing code directly
• Set and enforce engineering standards for the pod, including API-first and contract-first delivery
• Define interface terms with vendor delivery teams for co-development
• Establish evaluation criteria and evidence for AI workflow autonomy
• Lead technical solution design and architectural reviews, escalating conflicts as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; Master’s preferred
• 10+ years of software engineering experience, including 4+ years working with production Generative AI systems
• Hands-on experience with AWS, Python, React, GitHub Actions, and Terraform
• Experience leading technical delivery for a value stream without direct management authority
• Preferred experience in insurance, claims, healthcare, or other regulated domains

Benefits

• Remote work opportunity available across all U.S. states
• Opportunity for professional growth and mentoring
• Engagement with cutting-edge Generative AI technologies
• Collaboration with cross-functional teams and leadership
• Potential for travel to on-site operations and vendor teams

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.