Job Specifications
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Title: Director of Machine Learning Engineering, Document Intelligence
Overview
GEICO is on a multi-year journey to transform the insurance industry with
Artificial Intelligence.
The Team: The AI Modeling and Research team is part of the AI Org, which is Geico’s strategic investment with the mission to transform Geico into an AI-first company. AI org is led by Vice President, Head of AI. AI Org is in the Technology, Product and AI (TPA) org at Geico. TPA is led by the Chief Technology, Product and AI Officer, who reports to the CEO of Geico.
The Role Purpose: We are looking for a highly experienced Director of Machine Learning Engineering who has deep insights into ML modeling for document intelligence (signal generation, classification, ranking, fine tuning and more) and can lead a large team to build backend systems to support major use cases (Claims, Services, Underwriting, Sales, Corporate functions) across the company. The candidate should build close partnerships with product, engineering and operation leadership across the company. This role will report directly to the Senior Director of AI Modeling and Research.
Responsibilities
To be successful in this role, you will need:
Lead the strategy, design, and delivery of document intelligence model systems for the whole company, enabling end-to-end document understanding for Geico’s businesses.
Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to define technical roadmaps aligned with business goals.
Architect scalable and reliable model ecosystems for all types of document intelligence use cases.
Establish and drive best practices in ML modeling, data organization, model management, and observability.
Mentor, hire, and grow a high-performing team of engineers focused on ML modeling.
Ensure compliance with data privacy and security standards.
Continuously improving system performance, scalability, and user experience.
Provide state-of-the-art consultation to the Head of AI and Chief AI Officer with regard to document intelligence technologies.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or AI/ML. Advanced degree in AI/ML is a plus.
10+ years of hands-on experience in AI/ML in a production environment.
4+ years hands-on expertise in AI/ML for document intelligence.
8+ years of experience in Software Engineering Management.
Successful leadership experience in managing and scaling engineering teams of size >= 15.
Strong communication and collaboration skills across technical and non-technical teams.
4+ years experiences in building cross-functional partnerships with product and business.
Annual Salary
$150,000.00 - $300,000.00
The above annual salary range is a general guideline. Multiple factors are taken into consideration to arrive at the final hourly rate/ annual salary to be offered to the selected candidate. Factors include, but are not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the role, the selected candidate’s work experience, education and training, the work location as well as market and business considerations.
At this time, GEICO will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.
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About the Company
GEICO (Government Employees Insurance Company) offers a variety of insurance such as vehicle, property, business, life, umbrella, travel, pet, jewelry and more. The company, which was founded in 1936, is the third-largest auto insurer in the United States and insures vehicles in all 50 states and Washington, D.C. GEICO, a member of the Berkshire Hathaway family of companies, constantly strives to make lives better by protecting people against unexpected events while saving them money and providing an outstanding customer e...
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