Senior SWE - AI ML

You have a clear vision of where your career can go. And we have the leadership to help you get there. At CNA, we strive to create a culture in which people know they matter and are part of something important, ensuring the abilities of all employees are used to their fullest potential.  Individual contributor responsible providing a high level of expertise in systems analysis and design, application development and/or integration, and testing of complex systems applications to support business needs. Provides guidance to others informally and formally leads teams on a project and/or program. The focus of this position will be leading, architecting, designing, developing, or integrating business applications. Solid experience in AI/ML and GenAI application development, as well as experience in metrics. Preferred experience with background as SDET or deep experience with Testing tools like Playwright or Cypress etc. **JOB DESCRIPTION:** **Essential Duties & Responsibilities** _Performs a combination of duties in accordance with departmental guidelines:_ * Evaluates complex client area requirements and processes and designs or prepares application system specifications and develops, tests, and implements efficient and cost-effective application solutions.  Includes issue resolution and on-going system maintenance.  * May lead the integration of vendor applications and consulting resources with existing applications and resources.  May hold the development lead or sub lead role on a project and/or program.  * Acts as technical consultant to programming staff and/or business unit to mentor staff in all phases of the program development, testing and implementation process.  Participates in instructing, directing, and checking the design or applications of work of others.  * Coordinates the activities of the section with the client area and other IT areas (e.g., infrastructure, testing, and solutions).  * Research and evaluate new, alternative solutions, and/or architecture and recommend the most efficient and cost-effective solution for the systems design, including estimating costs as necessary.  * Acts as a liaison between clients, vendors, consulting resources, and applications area.  Assists with relationship management, contract negotiations, and ensuring adherence to requirements.  * May participate in developing recommendations for architecture direction and applications portfolio.  * In conjunction with operations area technical staff, supports the implementation of the application into production and testing environments. May confer with technical personnel to identify and resolve issues.  _May perform additional duties as assigned._ **Reporting Relationship** Typically Director or above **Skills, Knowledge & Abilities** * Solid knowledge of use of AI enabled development tools e.g. Cursor, GitHub Copilot, Claude Code, and MCPs.   * Solid technical skills for developing AI based platforms/apps/agents/skills etc.   * Experienced in AI/ML model development and app design, specifically Vertex AI.  * Experience with RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) pipeline architecture and development  * Solid technical knowledge of high-level programming languages like Python and/or Typescript, Java, JavaScript,  * Solid technical knowledge of high-level programming languages, databases, interfaces, and familiarity with application program development alternatives.    * Advanced knowledge in designing and building Integration platforms, APIs and Webservices.  * Working knowledge of different versions of Dev tools like VS Code or JetBrains IDEs; Git and GitHub; npm/yarn, pip, and/or maven/gradle; docker – 5+ years of experience.  * In-depth knowledge of the system development life cycle, and system and application program development technological alternatives.    * Proven understanding of state-of-the-art application development support software packages,    * proficiency in at least one higher level programming language.    * Proven solid analytical and problem-solving skills.    * Excellent communications and interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with peers, IT management and staff, and internal/external business partners/clients.    * Ability to manage projects, lead teams, and mentor individuals.  * Preferred insurance industry knowledge.  * Preferred experience with React or other front-end frameworks.  * Preferred experience as an SDET or deep knowledge of test automation tools like Playwright, Cypress  **Education & Experience** * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, or related discipline, or equivalent work experience.   * Typically a minimum of 7 years of systems analysis and application program development experience.   * Some previous project leadership experience.   * Applicable certifications preferred.  #LI-KJ1 #LI-HYBRID _In certain jurisdictions, CNA is legally required to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. In District of Columbia, California, Colorado, Connecticut,_ _Illinois_, _Maryland,_ _Massachusetts_, _New York and Washington,_ _the national base pay range for this job level is $72,000 to $141,000 annually. Salary determinations are based on various factors, including but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and location. CNA offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to help our employees – and their family members – achieve their physical, financial, emotional and social wellbeing goals.  For a detailed look at CNA’s benefits, please visit [cnabenefits.com](http://cnabenefits.com)._ CNA utilizes AI-enabled technology during the recruiting process. For more information, please visit our [careers page](https://www.cna.com/careers). CNA is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in the recruitment process. 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