Principal Data & AI Scientist

Lee Hecht Harrison Nederland B.V.; Lynnwood (WA); Remote; USD 160,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance technology firm is seeking a Data & AI Scientist to develop AI solutions for underwriting and claims. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in AI/ML, a strong background in cloud platforms, and expertise in insurance. This position offers competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including health insurance, flexible work arrangements, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

Generous paid time off

401(k) retirement savings plan with company matching

Flexible work arrangements

Professional development and wellness programs

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in enterprise AI/ML development and deployment.
• 7+ years working with cloud platforms such as Azure ML, Databricks, and Snowflake.
• Experience in insurance domains (Auto, Home, Umbrella) is required.

Responsibilities

• Design and deploy machine learning models using supervised and unsupervised techniques.
• Build Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) pipelines for decision support.
• Develop scalable data pipelines and cloud-native solutions using Azure ML.

Skills

AI/ML development

Cloud platforms (Azure ML, Databricks, Snowflake)

NLP and generative AI

Python, PySpark, SQL

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or related field

Master’s or Ph.D. preferred

Tools

LangChain

LlamaIndex

Hugging Face

Job description

Job Title: Data & AI Scientist
Location: Remote (U.S. Based)
Type: Full-Time
Salary Range: $160,000 – $190,000 base salary + benefits
Industry: Insurance Technology & Innovation

About the Role:
Our client, a nationally recognized insurance provider, is seeking a Data & AI Scientist to lead the development of advanced data and AI solutions. This position is responsible for building and deploying intelligent systems that drive innovation in underwriting, claims, pricing, and customer engagement. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in AI/ML, cloud platforms, and insurance industry processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and deploy machine learning models using supervised and unsupervised techniques.
• Build Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) pipelines for decision support.
• Apply NLP and generative AI to automate workflows and personalize customer experiences.
• Leverage vector databases and knowledge graphs to enhance automation in insurance operations.
• Develop scalable data pipelines and cloud-native solutions using Azure ML, Databricks, and Snowflake.
• Drive MLOps best practices for model lifecycle management, CI/CD, and performance optimization.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify AI opportunities and define strategy.
• Ensure compliance with ethical AI standards and data privacy regulations.
• Mentor team members and foster a culture of innovation and technical excellence.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or related field (Master’s or Ph.D. preferred).
• 10+ years of experience in enterprise AI/ML development and deployment.
• 7+ years working with cloud platforms such as Azure ML, Databricks, and Snowflake.
• Expertise in Gen AI, RAG pipelines, NLP, and vector-based search.
• Proficiency in Python, PySpark, SQL, and distributed model training.
• Experience in insurance domains (Auto, Home, Umbrella) is required.
• Familiarity with frameworks such as LangChain, LlamaIndex, Hugging Face, and Azure OpenAI.
• Strong understanding of MLOps, agile methodologies, and scalable architecture design.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and their families
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and personal days
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company matching contributions
• Flexible work arrangements, including remote and hybrid options
• Professional development, wellness programs, and employee assistance resources

How to Apply:
If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for AI and a proven track record in delivering enterprise-scale solutions, please submit your resume to [e-mail] for confidential consideration or reach out to learn more.

Pay Details: $163,000.00 to $190,000.00 per year

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Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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