AI/ML Engineer

Our vision for the future is based on the idea that transforming financial lives starts by giving our people the freedom to transform their own. We have a flexible work environment, and fluid career paths. We not only encourage but celebrate internal mobility. We also recognize the importance of purpose, well-being, and work-life balance. Within Empower and our communities, we work hard to create a welcoming and inclusive environment, and our associates dedicate thousands of hours to volunteering for causes that matter most to them.

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The AI/ML Engineer is responsible for designing, building, and optimizing AI and machine learning solutions within the Generative AI Platform. This role involves coding in Python and using relevant AI frameworks to develop scalable models and data pipelines. By collaborating with cross-functional teams, the AI/ML Engineer ensures that the platform’s AI capabilities meet technical and business objectives.

What You Will Do

Model Development & Deployment

• Build and deploy machine learning models using Python and relevant libraries (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn).
• Optimize models for performance, scalability, and security.
  
  

Data Pipeline Management

• Collaborate with data engineers to design robust data pipelines for model training and inference.
• Validate and preprocess datasets to ensure model accuracy and reliability.
  
  

Research & Innovation

• Stay current on the latest AI/ML trends and incorporate best practices into the platform.
• Experiment with novel techniques in generative AI and provide recommendations for platform enhancements.
  
  

What You Will Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or related field; Master’s preferred.
• 3+ years of AI/ML development experience.
• Strong Python programming skills and familiarity with major AI/ML frameworks.
• Experience deploying models into production environments (cloud or on-prem).
• AI/ML certifications from AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud are beneficial.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving.
• Detail-oriented with an emphasis on model reliability and validation.
• Excellent communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.
• Occasional need to support after-hours release cycles or troubleshooting.
• Authority to recommend new AI/ML tools and frameworks for adoption.
• Collaborates with product managers, data engineers, and QA teams.
• May interface with external vendors for AI tools.
  
  

Normal Office Working Conditions: US-based office with potential for remote or hybrid.

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications of the job. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. You will be evaluated in part based on your performance of the responsibilities and/or tasks listed in this job description. You may be required to perform other duties that are not included on this job description. The job description is not a contract for employment, and either you or the employer may terminate employment at any time, for any reason.

***Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time, including CPT/OPT.***

What We Offer You

We offer an array of diverse and inclusive benefits regardless of where you are in your career. We believe that providing our employees with the means to lead healthy balanced lives results in the best possible work performance.

• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• Retirement savings – 401(k) plan with generous company matching contributions (up to 6%), financial advisory services, potential company discretionary contribution, and a broad investment lineup
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250/year
• Business-casual environment that includes the option to wear jeans
• Generous paid time off upon hire – including a paid time off program plus ten paid company holidays and three floating holidays each calendar year
• Paid volunteer time — 16 hours per calendar year
• Leave of absence programs – including paid parental leave, paid short- and long-term disability, and Family and Medical Leave (FMLA)
• Business Resource Groups (BRGs) - internal networks that rally around common interest, experiences and identities such as race, ethnicity, gender, ability, military status and sexual orientation. BRGs play a vital role in educating and engaging our people and advancing our business priorities.
  
  

Base Salary Range

$103,600.00 - $146,350.00

The salary range above shows the typical minimum to maximum base salary range for this position in the location listed. Non-sales positions have the opportunity to participate in a bonus program. Sales positions are eligible for sales incentives, and in some instances a bonus plan, whereby total compensation may far exceed base salary depending on individual performance. Actual compensation offered may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level and will be finalized at the time of offer.

Equal opportunity employer

• Drug-free workplace
  
  

We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age (40 and over), race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, religion, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law.

***For remote and hybrid positions you will be required to provide reliable high-speed internet with a wired connection as well as a place in your home to work with limited disruption. You must have reliable connectivity from an internet service provider that is fiber, cable or DSL internet. Other necessary computer equipment, will be provided. You may be required to work in the office if you do not have an adequate home work environment and the required internet connection.***

Job Posting End Date at 12:01 am on:

06-27-2025

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Our vision for the future is based on the idea that transforming financial lives starts by giving our people the freedom to transform their own. We have a flexible work environment, and fluid career paths. We not only encourage but celebrate internal mobility. We also recognize the importance of purpose, well-being, and work-life balance. Within Empower and our communities, we work hard to create a welcoming and inclusive environment, and our associates dedicate thousands of hours to volunteering for causes that matter most to them.