EPAM Systems

Lead AI Engineer

EPAM Systems • $150K — $180K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-8 years in Software Engineering, AI/ML, or related fields
  • Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience
  • Strong proficiency in Python and experience in end-to-end AI product delivery
  • Experience with Large Language Models (LLMs) and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG)
  • Familiarity with cloud platforms and containerization (Docker)
  • Knowledge of API design and full-stack development (TypeScript or Node.js)
  • Strong analytical and communication skills for articulating AI concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and deploy production-grade Agentic AI solutions for insurance workflows
  • Build AI applications using LLMs, RAG, and document processing at an enterprise level
  • Own the entire AI product lifecycle, from ideation to continuous improvement
  • Develop AI evaluation frameworks for reliability and performance monitoring
  • Collaborate with brokers and underwriters to identify AI opportunities and develop scalable solutions
  • Mentor engineers and promote AI development best practices
  • Research emerging technologies to enhance platform intelligence.

Benefits

  • Work within a global engineering team on cutting-edge insurance technology
  • Opportunity to directly impact insurance workflows with AI solutions
  • Engagement with cross-functional teams including brokers and underwriters
  • Mentorship opportunities within a collaborative engineering environment
  • Access to recent technological advancements in AI and automation.
Full Job Description
Join a global engineering team reimagining insurance technology through intelligent automation. You will design and deploy production-grade Agentic AI systems powered by LLMs, RAG, and document intelligence, transforming how brokers and underwriters operate and enabling smarter, faster business decisions at scale. Req.#[redacted] Responsibilities Design, develop, and deploy production-grade Agentic AI solutions that automate complex insurance workflows, reducing turnaround times and increasing operational productivity Build AI-powered applications leveraging LLMs, RAG, document processing, information extraction, classification, and agent-based architectures at enterprise scale Own the end-to-end AI product lifecycle, from ideation and rapid prototyping through to deployment, monitoring, and continuous performance improvement Develop robust AI evaluation frameworks encompassing testing, monitoring, performance measurement, and hallucination detection to ensure production-level reliability Collaborate directly with brokers, underwriters, and operations teams to identify high-impact AI adoption opportunities and translate business challenges into scalable solutions Mentor engineers, champion modern AI development best practices, and research emerging technologies to continuously advance the intelligence of the platform Requirements 5 to 8+ years of experience in Software Engineering, AI/ML, or related domains, with a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience Strong proficiency in Python with proven experience building and delivering AI-powered products end to end, from concept through to production deployment Hands-on experience with Large Language Models, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, information extraction, document understanding, classification models, and agentic AI workflow design Solid foundation in cloud platforms, containerization using Docker, CI/CD pipelines, monitoring, observability, and secure data handling within production-grade environments Experience with API design, system design, full-stack application development, and working knowledge of TypeScript or Node.js as a complementary skill Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate complex AI concepts and trade-offs to non-technical business stakeholders

About EPAM Systems

EPAM Systems, Inc. is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. The company has a strong presence in North America, Europe, and Asia, and serves clients in a variety of industries, including financial services, healthcare, and retail. EPAM's services include software engineering, product development, and digital platform engineering, and the company has a reputation for delivering high-quality solutions that help its clients achieve their business goals. EPAM has been recognized as a leader in the digital services industry by a number of independent research firms, and the company has won numerous awards for its work.
Learn more about EPAM Systems
Size
58,824 employees
Market Cap
$18.2 billion
Industry
Net Income
$327.1 million
Founded
1993
5 Year Trend
+26.5%
Revenue
$2.6 billion
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