Humana

Lead Machine Learning Engineer

San Antonio, Texas, United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
HealthcareIndustries

Cognitive/Machine Learning Lead

Employment Type: Full time Location Type: [Not Specified] Salary: [Not Specified]

Position Overview

Become a part of our caring community and help us put health first. The Cognitive/Machine Learning Lead leverages large sets of structured and unstructured data to develop tactical and strategic insights. The Cognitive/Machine Learning Lead works on problems of diverse scope and complexity ranging from moderate to substantial.

As a Lead Cognitive/Machine Learning Engineer, you will play a key role in developing and deploying innovative AI-powered solutions, working with large-scale datasets and cutting-edge tools to solve complex business challenges. You will collaborate closely with data scientists and fellow engineers, contributing to the entire AI development lifecycle from data ingestion to software deployment and monitoring.

Key Responsibilities

  • Explore and implement generative AI technologies using Large Language Models and other generative models to create innovative solutions.
  • Build and maintain robust APIs for enabling Retrieval-Augmented Generation and generative AI agents within business use cases.
  • Design, develop, and maintain robust data pipelines for ingestion, processing, and transformation of large datasets.
  • Assist our data science team in the development and deployment of traditional machine learning models.
  • Collaborate with data scientists to understand model requirements and translate them into scalable engineering solutions.
  • Monitor and maintain the performance and reliability of deployed APIs, models, and data pipelines.
  • Stay up to date with the latest advancements in machine learning, generative AI, and related technologies.
  • Use your skills to make an impact.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in a quantitative discipline (e.g., Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field) with a minimum of 5 years of professional experience; OR Master's Degree in a similar field with at least 5 years of relevant experience.
  • 7+ years of Python application development and data manipulation libraries (e.g., Pandas, NumPy).
  • Familiarity with API frameworks (e.g., FastAPI, Flask) and RESTful API concepts.
  • Strong understanding of machine learning frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn).
  • Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Google Cloud, Azure).
  • 3+ years of experience with containerization (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
  • 3+ years of experience with CI/CD tools and pipelines.
  • Experience working with Large Language Models (LLM) in application development.
  • Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and software development best practices.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work in a collaborative environment.
  • Knowledge of generative AI frameworks such as Langchain or Pydantic AI.
  • Experience deploying software using tools like Docker and Kubernetes.
  • Experience with deep learning techniques and frameworks.
  • Knowledge of natural language processing (NLP).
  • Familiarity with big data technologies (e.g., Hadoop, Spark).

Additional Information

Internet Service Requirements for Remote Employees: To ensure Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees’ ability to work effectively, the self-provided internet service of Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees must meet the following criteria:

  • At minimum, a download speed of 25 Mbps and an upload speed of 10 Mbps is required.
  • Wireless, wired cable, or DSL connection is suggested.
  • Satellite, cellular, and microwave connections can be used only if approved by leadership.

Internet Expense Reimbursement: Employees who live and work from Home in the states of California, Illinois, Montana, or South Dakota will be provided a bi-weekly payment for their internet expense.

Equipment: Humana will provide Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees with telephone equipment appropriate to meet the business requirements for their position/job.

Work Environment: Work from a dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information.

Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or meetings may be required.

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Pay Range: [Not Specified]

Skills

Machine Learning
Generative AI
Large Language Models (LLMs)
Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG)
API Development
Data Pipelines
Python
Data Manipulation
Data Ingestion
Data Processing
Data Transformation
Model Deployment
Model Monitoring
Software Deployment

Humana

Health insurance provider for seniors and military

About Humana

Humana provides health and well-being services, focusing on Medicare Advantage plans for seniors, military personnel, and communities. Their plans include HMO, PPO, and PFFS options, designed to improve health outcomes through comprehensive and flexible coverage. Humana's revenue comes from government contracts and member premiums, and they aim to maintain high renewal rates by offering quality service and competitive benefits. The company stands out by fostering a culture of inclusivity and belonging among its employees, while also ensuring accessibility for all members, including offering free language interpreter services. Humana's goal is to deliver value to its members through an extensive provider network and innovative health solutions.

Louisville, KentuckyHeadquarters
1961Year Founded
IPOCompany Stage
Social Impact, HealthcareIndustries
10,001+Employees

Risks

Potential over-reliance on AI could disrupt operations if systems fail or are compromised.
Rising medical costs and tightening Medicare reimbursements may strain financial performance.
Leadership change with new CEO Jim Rechtin could lead to strategic disruptions.

Differentiation

Humana is a leader in Medicare Advantage plans, focusing on seniors and military personnel.
The company emphasizes inclusivity, offering free language interpreter services for accessibility.
Humana leverages AI and cloud technologies through a partnership with Google Cloud.

Upsides

Humana's investment in Healthpilot enhances digital enrollment for Medicare options.
The company is the first insurer to cover TMS therapy for adolescent depression.
Humana's focus on value-based care aims to improve outcomes for kidney disease patients.

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