Fannie Mae

Principal, AI Solutions

Fannie Mae$200K — $269K *
Finance & Insurance
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8+ years in AI/ML, data platforms, or advanced analytics with leadership experience.
  • Experience leading customer-facing or forward-deployed solution teams.
  • Successful track record in delivering complex enterprise solutions in regulated environments.
  • Proven people leadership skills, including coaching and performance management.
  • Skilled in translating ambiguous business problems into actionable solutions.
  • Strong executive communication and stakeholder management abilities.
  • In-depth knowledge of AI productivity tools, LLMs, and automation patterns.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with COO leadership to identify and deliver key AI use cases.
  • Drive the rollout and adoption of AI productivity tools across teams.
  • Lead the translation of AI platform capabilities into enterprise standards.
  • Establish and promote best practices for AI solution delivery.
  • Act as a feedback channel to refine AI platform based on real-world use cases.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health and life coverage.
  • Voluntary lifestyle benefits to enhance well-being.
  • Participation in an incentive program based on performance.
Full Job Description
THE IMPACT YOU WILL MAKE

As Principal, AI Solutions, you will lead a high-impact, forward-deployed AI solutions team responsible for turning enterprise AI capabilities into measurable business outcomes. This role sits at the intersection of platform, product, and delivery, operating as the "last mile" of AI value creation across Fannie Mae. This team is embedded with business leaders, rapidly co-building solutions, and feeding learnings back into the AI platform, core AI capabilities, and enterprise standards.

You will support enterprise AI productivity tooling strategy and enablement, and co-built priority use cases, working with multidisciplinary team of AI solution leads, engineers, and domain specialists.
  • Co-built Enterprise Priority Use-cases: Partner directly with COO leadership and senior executives to identify, co-design, and deliver high-priority AI use cases. Lead hands-on solution delivery-rapid prototyping, pilots, and scaled deployments. Act as a trusted AI delivery partner to the business, balancing speed with enterprise rigor.
  • Enterprise AI Productivity & Enablement: Support enterprise rollout, adoption, and value realization of AI productivity tools, Coding Agents, AI-assisted development tools. Drive measurable productivity improvements across engineering, operations, and business teams.
  • AI Capabilities: Lead the AI solutions layer, translating platform capabilities into repeatable enterprise patterns. Establish standards, best practices, and reference implementations that scale across the enterprise.
  • AI Platform Feedback Loop: Serve as a critical feedback channel between real-world use cases and the AI platform team. Translate solution learnings into platform and tooling requirements.


There is 1 opening for this position which can be based in our Reston VA, Plano TX, or Washington DC office.

THE EXPERIENCE YOU BRING TO THE TEAM

Minimum Required Experiences
  • 8 years of experience across AI/ML, data platforms, or advanced analytics, with increasing leadership responsibility
  • Proven experience leading customer-facing or forward-deployed solution teams (FDE, solutions engineering, applied AI, or equivalent)
  • Demonstrated success delivering complex, high-stakes enterprise solutions in regulated or risk-sensitive environments
  • People leadership experience, including coaching, and performance mgmt..
  • Ability to translate ambiguous business problems into deployable solutions
  • Executive-level communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Deep understanding of AI productivity tools, LLMs, and automation patterns
  • Ability to balance speed, governance, and scalability in solution delivery


Desired Experiences
  • Experience working with or alongside COO / Operations leadership
  • Familiarity with AI platforms, developer tooling and enterprise AI governance
  • Background in financial services, housing finance or large regulated firms
  • Experience influencing platform roadmaps through solution delivery insights


Enterprise - Machine Learning Engineer - Principal

200,000.00 - 269,000.00

JR2676

Qualifications
Artificial Intelligence Ethics, Cloud Platform, Data Science, Innovation, Leadership, Machine Learning (ML), Project Management, Software Development, Team Management, Technical Architecture

Education:
Bachelor's Level Degree (Required)

The future is what you make it to be. Discover compelling opportunities at Fanniemae.com/careers.

For most roles, employees are expected to work onsite on a regular basis at their designated office location. In-office work cadence is determined by your manager. Proximity within a reasonable commute to your designated office location is preferred unless the job is noted as open to remote.

The hiring range for this role is set forth below. Final salaries will generally vary within that range based on factors that include but are not limited to, skill set, depth of experience, certifications, and other relevant qualifications. This position is eligible to participate in a Fannie Mae incentive program (subject to the terms of the program). As part of our comprehensive benefits package, Fannie Mae offers a broad range of Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle, and other benefits and perks that enhance an employee's physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being. See more here.

Requisition compensation:
200000
to
269000

About Fannie Mae

As the leading source of residential mortgage credit in the U.S. secondary market, Fannie Mae is supporting today's economic recovery and helping to build a sustainable housing finance system. They exist to provide reliable, large-scale access to affordable mortgage credit in all communities across the country at all times so people can buy, refinance, or rent homes. Fannie Mae is working to establish and implement industry standards‚ develop better tools to price and manage credit risk‚ build new infrastructure to ensure a liquid and efficient market and facilitate the collection and reporting of data for accurate financial reporting and improved risk management. Fannie Mae is committed to being their customers’ most valued business partner and delivering the products, services and tools their customers need to serve the entire market confidently, efficiently and profitably. Ultimately‚ Fannie Mae measures their progress not only by paying taxpayers and improving the housing finance system‚ but also by the difference they make in people’s lives.

Fannie Mae Careers

Join the vibrant team at Fannie Mae, where we are committed to solving the challenges of today's housing market while fostering inclusive growth and innovation. As a cornerstone of the American mortgage system, Fannie Mae offers unparalleled job opportunities that empower you to influence the future of housing finance. Work You’ll Do At Fannie Mae, you will collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the finance and technology sectors. Our mission is to ensure access to affordable housing for people across the United States, and your work here will contribute to that goal. With roles ranging from financial analysis to technology development, your career at Fannie Mae will be marked by growth, leadership, and the pursuit of excellence. Innovate and Lead Fannie Mae stands at the intersection of financial services and innovative technology solutions, making it an ideal place for those who are driven to explore new ideas and push boundaries. Our culture thrives on innovation and leadership, encouraging every team member to bring forward ideas that drive efficiency and effectiveness. Professional Growth and Development Career advancement at Fannie Mae is not just a possibility—it is an expectation. We are dedicated to the professional growth of our employees through robust training programs, leadership workshops, and continuous learning opportunities. Whether you are looking to sharpen your analytical skills, enhance your leadership capabilities, or dive deep into the housing market dynamics, Fannie Mae provides the resources to achieve your professional goals. Diversity and Inclusion At Fannie Mae, we believe that diversity fuels innovation. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where diverse voices are heard and valued. Through diversity training and a culture that celebrates unique perspectives, we ensure that all team members can contribute to their fullest potential. Join Our Team Explore the array of job opportunities at Fannie Mae, from internships for budding professionals to full-time positions for seasoned experts. We are hiring individuals who are passionate, curious, and eager to make a difference. Our team is looking for candidates who not only have the necessary skills but also embody our values of integrity, impartiality, and respect. Benefits and Perks Working at Fannie Mae comes with a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, well-being, and financial security of our employees and their families. From competitive health benefits and retirement plans to flexible working arrangements and wellness programs, we prioritize the well-being of our team members. Stay Connected Networking and staying connected are key components of building a successful career at Fannie Mae. Engage with us through various professional networking events, online communities, and social platforms to stay updated on new positions, company news, and industry trends. Apply Now Ready to take the next step in your career? Review our open positions, tailor your resume, and prepare for an interview that could set you on a path to a rewarding career at Fannie Mae. We are excited to see how your vision, skills, and enthusiasm can contribute to our team and the broader mission of affordable housing. Explore Fannie Mae Jobs Discover the exciting and impactful career paths available at Fannie Mae. Each position offers the opportunity to challenge yourself, contribute to a significant cause, and work within a culture that values innovation, leadership, and community impact. Join us in shaping the future of housing finance—apply today and be part of a team that is dedicated to making a difference.
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Founded
1938
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