AI Principal Engineer

For our client, we are seeking a AI Principal Engineer to join the team of a leader in the Finance & Insurance space. This role will lead work at the intersection of data, AI-enabled capabilities, and scalable technology delivery. You will work across engineering, product, operations, and business stakeholders to translate complex requirements into practical technology solutions. The position offers the opportunity to influence architecture, execution quality, and the technology capabilities that enable long-term growth within a regulated financial services environment. Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available Compensation: $250,300 – $289,000 annually Responsibilities Lead development and implementation of AI/ML platforms Design architecture for AI/ML infrastructure and services Drive continuous improvement and challenge established technical solutions Guide teams in utilizing AI technologies for productivity Collaborate with senior engineers to address business needs Ensure security and compliance in data handling Manage and execute project roadmaps and commitments Qualifications 15-20 years of software design and development experience at large scale Strong programming skills, especially in Java and Python Good experience with machine learning models; reinforcement learning experience preferred Broad understanding of distributed computing frameworks like Ray and Spark Deep technical expertise in CI/CD automation and big data platforms Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field; higher degree a plus Benefits Health, dental, and vision insurances Retirement savings plan Paid time off Flexible spending accounts Tuition reimbursement 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.