Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Blue Cross NC is seeking a Senior AI/ML Scientist to develop transformative AI solutions that leverage both structured and unstructured data for organizational decision-making. The role involves leading the design and implementation of machine learning and generative AI systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and driving continuous improvement in AI methodologies.
Responsibilities
- Own delivery of large and/or complex machine learning (ML), deep learning (DL), and Generative AI (GenAI) systems with self-learning capabilities that can adapt and evolve over time
- Design, implement, and evaluate artificial intelligence (AI) systems that can be used in production environments to meet business needs
- Apply prescriptive analytics techniques such as optimization, recommendation systems, and reinforcement learning to business problems
- Lead in the development and testing of appropriate ML algorithms, design & conduct experiments, collect and analyze data, and optimize performance of ML algorithms
- Stay updated with the advancements in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and generative AI methods and adapt new methods to effectively solve business problems
- Benchmark against existing machine learning methods and analyze results to identify strengths, weaknesses, and areas for improvement
- Develop prototypes and proof-of-concept implementations to demonstrate the feasibility and potential of new AI technologies including Generative AI
- Lead consultation sessions with business partners to distill the business needs and provide technical guidance on predictive and prescriptive AI approaches, ensuring alignment with business goals
- Drive continuous improvement by experimenting with novel techniques and refining existing models
- Leverage deep knowledge of software engineering principles in constructing sophisticated ML models and refining existing systems
- Identify actionable insights, suggest recommendations, and influence business direction by effectively communicating results to cross functional groups
Skills
- Bachelor's degree or advanced degree (where required)
- 5+ years of experience in related field
- In lieu of degree, 7+ years of experience in related field
Benefits
- Annual Incentive Bonus*
- 401(k) with employer match
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Competitive health benefits and wellness programs
Company Overview
It's an exciting time to work at Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina (Blue Cross NC). Health care is changing, and we're leading the way. It was founded in 1933, and is headquartered in Durham, North Carolina, USA, with a workforce of 5001-10000 employees. Its website is https://www.bluecrossnc.com/.Company H1B Sponsorship
Blue Cross NC has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 2 in 2026, 4 in 2025, 1 in 2024, 2 in 2023, 5 in 2022, 13 in 2021, 5 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.