Principal Engineer - Data and AI

Principal Engineer - Data and AI

New York, NY I Hartford, CT I USA

AXA XL recognizes digital, data and information assets are critical for the business, both in terms of managing risk and enabling new business opportunities. Data and Applied AI assets should not only be high quality but also drive a sustained competitive advantage and delivering a superior experience to our internal, external customers and improving efficiency. Our Innovation, Data and Analytics (IDA) function is focused on driving innovation by optimizing how we leverage digital, data and AI to drive strategy and differentiate ourselves from the competition.

As we develop an enterprise-wide data and digital strategy that moves us toward greater focus on the use of data and strengthen our digital, AI capabilities, we are seeking a Principal Engineer - Data and AI. In this role, you will work under guidance of Engineering Manager to apply engineering best practice and latest technology to build data and AI applications utilizing the capacity of AXA XL' s Data and AI Platforms and cloud technologies.

DISCOVER your opportunity

What will your essential responsibilities include?

• Hands-on engineering expert and leader to design, build and monitor AI-empowered applications, partner with sister teams like AI Platforms, Data Sourcing and Delivery etc.
• Understand current and future data and AI downstream consumer needs to ensure application design that is scalable, economical and frontloaded with end-user value.
• Being accountable for successful execution of challenging data and AI projects. Take proactive approach to stakeholder collaboration, requirement refining and planning, focus on end outcomes that answer IDA objectives.
• Leading and hands-on execution of research / POCs into new technologies such as AI tooling, storage and query solutions, specialist frameworks, governance and other tooling.
• Engage, lead and offer guidance to the wider development team like contractors, empower them to make good technical and product decisions during implementation.
• Provide support to data science and data engineering community in scaling value of their work through automation, tooling, and engineering. Advise on engineering best practice and skill gaps where necessary.

In this role, you will report to the Division Lead - Data Science Platform.

SHARE your talent

SHARE your talent

We're looking for someone who has these abilities and skills:

• Senior engineering professional with hands-on skills in designing, building, and optimizing scalable cost-efficient data and AI systems and applications in a cloud-first environment.
• Skilled in engineering ways of working such as CI/CD, release lifecycle, observability, testing, continuous model validation with tangible track record of instituting change.
• Programming experience - ideally in Python or open to using Python. Familiarity with all, and expert in some of the below: SQL, Databricks or Spark, MPP databases, data warehouse design, feature store design, Kubernetes, orchestration tools, monitoring tools, Docker, streaming technologies.
• A minimum of a bachelor's or master's degree in a relevant discipline
• Extensive experience as a Data Engineer / Software Engineer / ML Engineer / AI Apps on an open-source tech stack with Python, Java / Scala, Spark, cloud platforms, MPP database technologies.

FIND your future

AXA XL, the P&C and specialty risk division of AXA, is known for solving complex risks. For mid-sized companies, multinationals and even some inspirational individuals we don't just provide re/insurance, we reinvent it.

How? By combining a comprehensive and efficient capital platform, data-driven insights, leading technology, and the best talent in an agile and inclusive workspace, empowered to deliver top client service across all our lines of business - property, casualty, professional, financial lines and specialty.

With an innovative and flexible approach to risk solutions, we partner with those who move the world forward.

Learn more at axaxl.com

Inclusion & Diversity

AXA XL is committed to equal employment opportunity and will consider applicants regardless of gender, sexual orientation, age, ethnicity and origins, marital status, religion, disability, or any other protected characteristic.

At AXA XL, we know that an inclusive culture and a diverse workforce enable business growth and are critical to our success. That's why we have made a strategic commitment to attract, develop, advance and retain the most diverse workforce possible, and create an inclusive culture where everyone can bring their full selves to work and can reach their highest potential. It's about helping one another - and our business - to move forward and succeed.

• Five Business Resource Groups focused on gender, LGBTQ+, ethnicity and origins, disability and inclusion with 20 Chapters around the globe
• Robust support for Flexible Working Arrangements
• Enhanced family friendly leave benefits
• Named to the Diversity Best Practices Index
• Signatory to the UK Women in Finance Charter

Learn more at axaxl.com/about-us/inclusion-and-diversity . AXA XL is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Sustainability

At AXA XL, Sustainability is integral to our business strategy. In an ever-changing world, AXA XL protects what matters most for our clients and communities. We know that sustainability is at the root of a more resilient future. Our 2023-26 Sustainability strategy, called "Roots of resilience," focuses on protecting natural ecosystems, addressing climate change, and embedding sustainable practices across our operations.

Our Pillars:

• Valuing nature: How we impact nature affects how nature impacts us. Resilient ecosystems - the foundation of a sustainable planet and society - are essential to our future. We're committed to protecting and restoring nature - from mangrove forests to the bees in our backyard - by increasing biodiversity awareness and inspiring clients and colleagues to put nature at the heart of their plans.
• Addressing climate change: The effects of a changing climate are far reaching and significant. Unpredictable weather, increasing temperatures, and rising sea levels cause both social inequalities and environmental disruption. We're building a net zero strategy, developing insurance products and services, and mobilizing to advance thought leadership and investment in societal-led solutions.
• Integrating ESG: All companies have a role to play in building a more resilient future. Incorporating ESG considerations into our internal processes and practices builds resilience from the roots of our business. We're training our colleagues, engaging our external partners, and evolving our sustainability governance and reporting.
• AXA Hearts in Action : We have established volunteering and charitable giving programs to help colleagues support causes that matter most to them, known as AXA XL' s "Hearts in Action" programs. These include our Matching Gifts program, Volunteering Leave, and our annual volunteering day - the Global Day of Giving.

For more information, please see Sustainability at AXA XL .

The U.S. pay range for this position is USD 133,000 - 233,000. Actual pay will be determined based upon the individual's skills, experience, and location. We strive for market alignment and internal equity with our colleagues' pay.

At AXA XL, we know how important physical, mental, and financial health are to our employees, which is why we are proud to offer benefits such as a competitive retirement savings plan, health and wellness programs, and many other benefits. Wealsobelieve in fostering our colleagues' development and offer a wide range of learning opportunities for colleagues to hone their professional skills and to position themselves for the next step of their careers. For more details aboutAXA XL' s benefits offerings, please visit US Benefits at a Glance 2025.