For our client, we are seeking a Sr Principal AI/ML Engineer to join the team of a leader in the Healthcare space.
This role will shape the technical foundation for complex AI/ML initiatives that span multiple teams and business partners, with a focus on scalable cloud-native systems and secure engineering practices. You will translate business needs into practical technical designs, guide architectural decisions, and help establish reusable patterns that improve delivery across the organization. The work will center on integrating advanced ML and LLM capabilities, including generative AI and RAG, into reliable services that support strong performance, quality, and operational readiness.
Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available
Compensation: $184,600 – $316,500 annually
Responsibilities
Define architecture for complex initiatives across multiple teams, translating business needs into technical designs
Design and build distributed, cloud-native services and robust APIs, establishing reusable engineering patterns
Create prototypes, evaluate design alternatives, and lead technical and code reviews to enhance software quality
Build reliable data integrations and event-driven workflows, addressing data quality and access controls
Advance CI/CD practices and automated security checks, creating repeatable deployment patterns
Own production readiness and ongoing technical health, defining service-level objectives and diagnosing incidents
Optimize performance, scalability, and security while balancing delivery speed with reliability
Influence technical roadmaps and standards, mentoring engineers through design discussions and reviews
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field
15+ years of relevant engineering experience, including 10+ years in software engineering and 6+ years in AI/ML solutions
Hands-on expertise in cloud-native architecture, CI/CD, IaC, and secure design
Proven ability to integrate and evaluate ML and LLM solutions, including generative AI and RAG
Strong coding skills in Python and at least one additional programming language
Demonstrated cross-team technical leadership and mentoring capabilities
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package including health and wellness programs
Incentive and recognition programs to reward performance
Equity stock purchase options and 401k contributions
Flexible remote work options from anywhere within the U.S.
Opportunities for professional development and career advancement
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.