AI Engineer
Full Time Hybrid (Boston, NYC, Springfield)
The Opportunity
This is a unique opportunity to work alongside experts in applied mathematics, statistics, computer science, and physics-collaborating on initiatives that shape the future of MassMutual and the life insurance industry at large.
The Team
MassMutual's Data Science team is seeking an impact-driven AI Engineer to join our high-performing, cross-functional team. In this role, you will develop and deploy advanced AI solutions that drive strategic decision-making and business transformation. You'll apply cutting-edge techniques in machine learning, generative AI, and large language models (LLMs) to solve complex, high-value problems across the enterprise.
The Impact
- Develop and deploy end-to-end ML/AI solutions supporting various use cases for a large enterprise using LLMs, deep learning, and probabilistic modeling-from ideation to production.
- Deploy scalable GenAI and Agentic AI systems that directly support business goals.
- Establish and promote best practices in AI development and responsible AI deployment.
- Collaborate with engineering teams to build robust, production-grade AI pipelines and APIs.
- Prototype and deliver AI-powered applications (e.g., web apps, dashboards, visualizations) that enable data-driven decisions.
Minimum Requirements:
- 5+ years proficiency in SQL and database design; familiarity with cloud-native data platforms, vector databases, and semantic search is a plus.
- 5+ years skills in Python. Proficiency in R is a plus.
- 5+ years experience Deep understanding of machine learning, statistics, NLP, optimization, and LLMs.
- 3+ years of experience in data science, machine learning, or AI engineering roles.
- 2+ years experience Hands-on with AI deployment and orchestration frameworks and protocols (e.g., agentcore, strands, langchain, MCP, A2A).
- 2+ years extensive experience and background in AI agents and LLM systems, including tool use, multi-step workflows, RAG, prompt management, and evaluating LLM and agentic behavior across a variety of foundation models and benchmarks.
- 2+ years experience building AI-powered applications and collaborating with software engineers and product managers.
- 2+ years experience with cloud-native development, containerization, and orchestration technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes
- M.S. in Computer Science, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related quantitative field.
Ideal Qualifications
- Track record of delivering impactful solutions.
- Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to explain complex concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
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Salary Range: $141,300-$185,400
MassMutual Compensation & Benefits Highlights
How does MassMutual ensure its pay and bonus plans are competitive?
MassMutual supports competitive compensation through salary and bonus opportunities, retirement contributions, pay transparency practices and a broad benefits package that adds value beyond base pay. The company also uses long-running pay equity reviews and employee feedback to evaluate whether rewards are supporting employees across roles and life stages.
- Competitive pay and bonus opportunities: MassMutual describes its total rewards approach as holistic and flexible, with competitive salaries and bonuses designed to support employees’ financial well-being. Employees also point to compensation as part of the value proposition, with one sales assistant citing “great benefits and lots of flexibility,” and another employee describing the company’s “good leadership and benefits.”
- Retirement and financial benefits: MassMutual provides a 401(k) benefit of up to 10% of eligible compensation, including a 5% company match and a 5% annual company contribution. The company also treats eligible student loan payments like 401(k) contributions for matching purposes and begins monthly retirement healthcare account contributions for employees starting at age 45.
- Pay transparency and pay equity: MassMutual posts salary ranges in most job postings and has used an independent HR risk management firm to conduct annual adjusted pay gap reviews for 17 years. That approach connects compensation competitiveness with equity and accountability across the employee experience.
- Benefits as part of total rewards: MassMutual’s compensation includes health, dental and mental health benefits, caregiver leave, parental leave, bereavement leave, paid volunteer time, flexible holidays and a Well-Being Wallet of up to $1,250 annually. A head of human resources said, “It’s not about industry standards — it’s about supporting all employees’ well-being in ways that are meaningful to them.”
- External signals:
- Benefits value: Employees on external review sites regularly highlight benefits as a strength, with reviews calling out “excellent benefits,” “great benefits” and a “great benefits package.” (Glassdoor; Indeed)
- Compensation and retention: Employees surveyed on external review sites rate MassMutual’s perks and benefits an A-, with 100% saying perks and benefits play a role in staying at the company. (Comparably)
- Financial stability: MassMutual reported more than $10 billion in insurance and annuity benefits paid in 2025 and total adjusted capital above $34 billion, reinforcing the company’s long-term financial foundation. (MassMutual 2025 Annual Report)
Bottom line: MassMutual supports competitive pay through salary and bonus opportunities, strong retirement contributions, pay transparency, recurring pay equity reviews and benefits designed to support employees’ financial, physical, mental and family well-being.
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