AI Engineer - Lincoln, NE

Information Technology

Full-time

Position Description:

This position specializes in developing cutting-edge Generative AI solutions that harness the power of natural language processing (NLP), natural language understanding (NLU), and computer vision. This role involves designing and implementing advanced machine learning models, with a strong focus on language models. Create algorithms that extract meaningful insights from diverse data sources, enabling informed decision-making across the organization.

Position Location:

This role could be hybrid (Lincoln, NE) or remote based on proximity to an office location. Hybrid in Lincoln, NE would be the strong first preference.

What you do:

• Design and develop A.I. solutions using a variety of open source, closed source, and commercial tools.
• Fine tune and train existing base models, implement RAG solutions, and provide technical expertise for language model architectures.
• Participate in the A.I. development life cycle using best practices and standards.
• Work with management, participating in discussions around future direction for current and new technologies and how they will be utilized. Work closely with management and business unit stakeholders to ensure alignment with enterprise business plans and strategic initiatives.
• Participate in complex projects during design, development, and implementation, both as an individual contributor and as a lead team member.
• Create and review technical documents for projects and systems, ensuring that documents are kept up to date.
• Works closely with other technical team members to ensure functional requirements translate completely and correctly into the technical design.
• Plan, organize, and execute projects of varying complexity, within specified timeframes and budget. May lead small to medium sized development projects or programs.

What you bring:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
• 3-5 years of overall related experience required.
• 1 year of experience with Generative AI, small & large language model architectures, neural networks, computer vision, deep learning, language models, or transformers.
• Strong programming skills in Python and experience using AI frameworks like TensorFlow, Pytorch, etc.
• A solid understanding of machine learning and GenAI workflows including ingesting data, analyzing and transforming data, and evaluating the results for meaningful outcomes.

What we offer:

A meaningful mission. Great benefits. A vibrant culture

Ameritas is an insurance, financial services and employee benefits provider Our purpose is fulfilling life. It means helping all kinds of people, at every age and stage, get more out of life.

At Ameritas, you'll find energizing work challenges. Flexible hybrid work options. Time for family and community. But dig deeper. Benefits at Ameritas cover things you expect -- and things you don't:

Ameritas Benefits

For your money:

• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match and quarterly contribution
• Tuition Reimbursement and Assistance
• Incentive Program Bonuses
• Competitive Pay

For your time:

• Flexible Hybrid work
• Thrive Days - Personal time off
• Paid time off (PTO)

For your health and well-being:

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution
• Well-being programs with financial rewards
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

For your professional growth:

• Professional development programs
• Leadership development programs
• Employee resource groups
• StrengthsFinder Program

For your community:

• Matching donations program
• Paid volunteer time- 8 hours per month

For your family:

• Generous paid maternity leave and paternity leave
• Fertility, surrogacy and adoption assistance
• Backup child, elder and pet care support

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Ameritas has a reputation as a company that cares, and because everyone should feel safe bringing their authentic, whole self to work, we're committed to an inclusive culture and diverse workplace, enriched by our individual differences. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that hires based on qualifications, positive attitude, and exemplary work ethic, regardless of sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.

The pay range posted reflects a nationwide minimum to maximum covering all potential locations where the position may be filled. The final determination on pay for any position will be based on multiple factors including role, career level, work location, skill set, and candidate level of experience to ensure pay equity within the organization. This position will be eligible to participate in our comprehensive benefits package (see above for details). This position will be eligible to participate in our Short-Term Incentive Plan with the annual target defined by the plan.

Pay Range Pay Range

The estimated pay range for this job. Disclosing pay information promotes competitive and equitable pay.

The actual pay rate will depend on the person's qualifications and experience.

$86,446.00 - $142,636.00 / year

Pay transparency is rooted in principles of fairness, equity, and accountability within the workplace. Sharing pay ranges for all job postings is one way Ameritas shows our commitment to equitable compensation practices.