Be Here. Be Great. Working for a leader in the insurance industry means opportunity for you. Great American Insurance Group's member companies are subsidiaries of American Financial Group. We combine a "small company" culture where your ideas will be heard with "big company" expertise to help you succeed. With over 30 specialty and property and casualty operations, there are always opportunities here to learn and grow.
At Great American, we value and recognize the benefits derived when people with different backgrounds and experiences work together to achieve business results. Our goal is to create a workplace where all employees feel included, empowered, and enabled to perform at their best.
Join our Predictive Analytics team within the Business Data & Analytics department! opportunity to work within a highly collaborative team of data professionals focused on solving critical business challenges in the insurance industry. The roles emphasize intellectual growth, innovation, and the practical application of cutting-edge AI technologies to drive business value.
Great American Insurance Group is committed to fostering professional growth through exposure to emerging technologies, cross-functional collaboration, and opportunities to contribute to strategic AI initiatives that shape the future of the insurance industry.
This position is located in our Cincinnati office and will work on a hybrid schedule. Great American’s culture is built on connection, shared learning, and strong relationships. To support this, employees in this role are expected to be on-site four days a week, with the flexibility to work one day remotely. Core in‑office days are Tuesday–Thursday, with the fourth day determined by business needs.
Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities
Leads the analysis of large, complex datasets to identify advanced trends, patterns, and strategic opportunities
Architects and leads the design, development, and deployment of sophisticated predictive models for underwriting, pricing, claims, and customer retention
Serves as technical lead for advanced LLM implementations, including custom transformer architectures, advanced fine-tuning strategies, and novel generative AI applications
Designs and implements complex RAG and Agentic systems with multi-modal capabilities and advanced reasoning
Designs and develops evaluation pipelines to assess the quality and effectiveness of Generative AI outputs
Leads Vision Language Model initiatives and advanced computer vision projects using OpenCV and cutting-edge Vision AI technologies
Mentors junior data scientists and provides technical guidance on complex modeling projects
Drives innovation by exploring new data sources, advanced modeling techniques, and emerging AI technologies
Collaborates with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to translate complex business challenges into scalable AI solutions
Designs and implements enterprise-level data pipelines and automated reporting tools
Establishes model governance frameworks and ensures compliance with regulatory requirements
Communicates complex technical concepts and strategic recommendations to C-level executives through compelling presentations
Monitors and optimizes model performance across the enterprise and ensures data quality at scale
May have responsibility for performance coaching of staff and participatory role in talent selection and development
Drives AI strategy and roadmap development for the Predictive Analysis team
Performs other duties as assigned
Job Requirements
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Data Science, Statistics, or related quantitative field required. Master’s or PhD in related field strongly preferred.
Experience: 5-6 years of progressive experience in data science and machine learning, with at least 2 years leading complex AI/ML projects and mentoring junior team members.
Required Technical Skills:
Advanced Generative AI & LLM Leadership: • Expert-level knowledge of Large Language Models and generative AI architectures • Advanced experience with transformer models, attention mechanisms, and custom model development • Proven track record in BERT, GPT, and other foundation model implementations • Advanced fine-tuning techniques including LoRA, QLoRA, and parameter-efficient methods • Expert-level RAG system design and Agentic RAG implementation • Experience with multi-agent systems and AI orchestration frameworks
Advanced Vision AI & Computer Vision: • Expert proficiency in OpenCV and advanced computer vision techniques • Leadership experience with Vision Language Models and multi-modal AI systems • Advanced image processing, object detection, and video analysis • Integration of vision, language, and reasoning capabilities
Senior Technical Leadership: • Expert Python programming with deep knowledge of AI/ML ecosystems • Advanced experience with PyTorch, TensorFlow, and HuggingFace transformers • Database optimization and advanced SQL techniques • MLOps and model lifecycle management
Cloud & Enterprise Data Platforms: • Advanced Microsoft Azure architecture and AI services • Expert-level Snowflake implementation including: - Advanced Snowflake SQL and performance optimization - Snowflake Cortex AI/ML advanced features and custom implementations - Snowflake Intelligence advanced analytics and semantic search optimization - Snowflake data sharing and marketplace integration • Enterprise data pipeline architecture and governance
Leadership & Strategic Competencies: • Advanced statistical modeling and mathematical foundations • Enterprise model deployment and production optimization • Advanced data visualization and executive-level presentation skills • Deep understanding of insurance industry regulations and model governance • Proven leadership and mentoring abilities • Strategic thinking and AI roadmap development • Cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder management
Scope of Job/Qualifications:
Leads complex to large-scale AI/ML projects with enterprise impact. Proven expertise in optimizing advanced models and implementing cutting-edge machine learning solutions. Demonstrates deep understanding of the organization’s business and technology operations with ability to drive strategic AI initiatives. Shows comprehensive knowledge of industry trends, regulatory requirements, and emerging technologies in insurance and AI.
Business Unit:
Business Data and AnalyticsBenefits:
We offer competitive benefits packages for full-time and part-time employees*. Full-time employees have access to medical, dental, and vision coverage, wellness plans, parental leave, adoption assistance, and tuition reimbursement. Full-time and eligible part-time employees also enjoy Paid Time Off and paid holidays, a 401(k) plan with company match, an employee stock purchase plan, and commuter benefits.
Compensation varies by role, level, and location and is influenced by skills, experience, and business needs. Your recruiter will provide details about benefits and specific compensation ranges during the hiring process. Learn more at http://www.gaig.com/careers.
*Excludes seasonal employees and interns.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Data Science, Statistics, or related quantitative field
- Master's or PhD in related field
- 5-6 years progressive experience in data science and machine learning with at least 2 years leading complex AI/ML projects and mentoring
- Expert-level knowledge of Large Language Models and generative AI architectures
- Advanced experience with transformer models, attention mechanisms, and custom model development
- Proven track record implementing foundation models such as BERT and GPT
- Advanced fine-tuning techniques including LoRA, QLoRA, and parameter-efficient methods
- Expert-level RAG system design and Agentic RAG implementation
- Experience with multi-agent systems and AI orchestration frameworks
- Expert proficiency in OpenCV and advanced computer vision techniques
- Leadership experience with Vision Language Models and multi-modal AI systems
- Advanced image processing, object detection, and video analysis
- Expert Python programming with deep knowledge of AI/ML ecosystems
- Advanced experience with PyTorch, TensorFlow, and HuggingFace transformers
- Database optimization and advanced SQL techniques
- MLOps and model lifecycle management experience
- Advanced Microsoft Azure architecture and AI services experience
- Expert-level Snowflake implementation experience including advanced Snowflake SQL, performance optimization, Cortex AI/ML features, Intelligence analytics, and data sharing/marketplace integration
- Enterprise data pipeline architecture and governance experience
- Advanced statistical modeling and strong mathematical foundations
- Deep understanding of insurance industry regulations and model governance
- Executive-level communication and data visualization skills for presenting to C-level stakeholders
- Proven leadership, mentoring, and cross-functional collaboration abilities
Great American Insurance Group Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Great American Insurance Group and has not been reviewed or approved by Great American Insurance Group.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — PTO, paid holidays, and paid parental leave are positioned as generous from the first year. These time‑off provisions are seen as core strengths of the total package.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision options supported by HSA and FSA programs. Wellness resources such as EAP access, fitness facilities or reimbursements, and instructor‑led classes broaden the offering.
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Retirement Support — Immediate 401(k) eligibility with a competitive company match and potential discretionary retirement contributions support long‑term savings. An employee stock purchase option and various discounts further reinforce financial benefits.
Great American Insurance Group Insights
What We Do
Based in Cincinnati, Ohio, the operations of Great American Insurance Group are engaged primarily in property and casualty insurance, focusing on specialty commercial products for businesses. We have more than 30 specialty property and casualty insurance businesses, and in 2021, approximately 50% of our gross written premium in our property and casualty operations was generated by business units with a Top 10 market ranking. Great American Insurance Company has received an "A" (Excellent) or higher rating from the AM Best Company for more than 110 years (most recent rating evaluation of "A+" (Superior) affirmed December 3, 2021). The members of Great American Insurance Group are subsidiaries of American Financial Group, Inc. (AFG), also based in Cincinnati, Ohio.
