U.S. Bank

Sr. Software Engineer - AI/ML

U.S. Bank$111K — $131K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
  • 5-6 years of relevant experience
  • Strong software engineering expertise in Python
  • Proficiency in TypeScript/Node.js or Java
  • Hands-on experience with Large Language Models (LLMs)
  • Deep understanding of AI pipeline engineering and workflow orchestration
  • Knowledge of Responsible AI and secure AI development practices

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and maintain AI-SDLC platform capabilities
  • Build and enhance LLM-powered automation solutions
  • Develop scalable prompt orchestration and context management frameworks
  • Partner with teams to translate needs into AI platform features
  • Troubleshoot and resolve defects in AI pipelines and integrations
  • Build secure API integrations and developer tooling
  • Implement automated testing and quality controls

Benefits

  • Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)
  • Life insurance options
  • Short-term and long-term disability
  • Parental leave and pregnancy disability
  • 401(k) and employer-funded retirement plan
  • Paid vacation (2 to 5 weeks depending on tenure)
  • Up to 11 paid holidays
  • Adoption assistance
  • Sick and Safe Leave accruals
Full Job Description
Job Description

This position will be responsible for the analysis, design, testing, development and maintenance of best in class software experiences. The candidate is a self-motivated individual who can collaborate with a team and across the organization. The candidate takes responsibility of the software artifacts produced adhering to U.S. Bank standards in order to ensure minimal impact to the customer experience. The candidate will be adept with the agile software development lifecycle and DevOps principles.

Essential Responsibilities:

  • Design, develop, and maintain core AI-SDLC platform capabilities, including automation pipelines, agentic workflows, and skills-based frameworks.
  • Build and enhance LLM-powered solutions that automate requirements refinement, story decomposition, and software delivery lifecycle processes.
  • Develop scalable and reusable prompt orchestration, context management, and multi-agent frameworks supporting enterprise adoption.
  • Partner with engineering and delivery teams to translate business and development needs into robust AI platform features.
  • Troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve defects across AI pipelines, integrations, and platform components to ensure reliability and performance.
  • Build and maintain secure API integrations, authentication frameworks, and developer tooling that support AI-SDLC workflows.
  • Implement automated testing, evaluation frameworks, and quality controls to improve platform stability and AI output accuracy.
  • Ensure solutions meet enterprise standards for security, governance, auditability, compliance, and architectural alignment.


Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree, or equivalent work experience
- Five to six years of relevant experience

Preferred Skills/Experience

  • Strong software engineering expertise in Python, with proficiency in TypeScript/Node.js or Java for production-grade application development.
  • Hands-on experience with Large Language Models (LLMs), prompt engineering, tool/function calling, and agentic AI architectures.
  • Deep understanding of AI pipeline engineering, workflow orchestration, automation frameworks, and SDLC modernization.
  • Experience designing and integrating REST APIs, authentication/authorization mechanisms, and enterprise-scale services.
  • Proficiency with Git/GitHub, CI/CD practices, unit testing, integration testing, and automated quality assurance frameworks.
  • Knowledge of Responsible AI, model evaluation, guardrails, governance, and secure AI development practices.
  • Experience with cloud-native technologies including AWS (Lambda, S3, Bedrock, Amplify) and distributed application architectures.
  • Familiarity with RAG architectures, vector databases, embeddings, observability/telemetry (OpenTelemetry), and AI coding tools such as GitHub Copilot.


Location expectations
This role requires working from a U.S. Bank location three (3) or more days per week.

Benefits:

Our approach to benefits and total rewards considers our team members' whole selves and what may be needed to thrive in and outside work. That's why our benefits are designed to help you and your family boost your health, protect your financial security and give you peace of mind. Our benefits include the following:
  • Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)
  • Basic term and optional term life insurance
  • Short-term and long-term disability
  • Pregnancy disability and parental leave
  • 401(k) and employer-funded retirement plan
  • Paid vacation (from two to five weeks depending on salary grade and tenure)
  • Up to 11 paid holiday opportunities
  • Adoption assistance
  • Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 80 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law


Review our full benefits available by employment status here.

The salary range reflects figures based on the primary location, which is listed first. The actual range for the role may differ based on the location of the role. In addition to salary, U.S. Bank offers a comprehensive benefits package, including incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase 401(k) contribution and pension (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). Pay Range: $111,605.00 - $131,300.00

Posting may be closed earlier due to high volume of applicants.

About U.S. Bank

U.S. Department of the Treasury is a government agency responsible for promoting economic prosperity and ensuring financial security. The department is responsible for a wide range of activities such as advising on economic and financial issues, encouraging sustainable economic growth, and fostering improved governance in financial institutions.

U.S. Bank Careers

Join the dynamic team at U.S. Bank, one of the nation's top banking institutions, where your career journey is as promising as the services we provide to our customers. At U.S. Bank, we are committed to fostering a culture of innovation, leadership, and diversity that is unmatched in the industry.

Explore Job Opportunities and Growth

At U.S. Bank, we offer a variety of job opportunities that cater to a range of skills and professional interests. Whether you are looking for a position in finance, technology, customer service, or management, U.S. Bank is hiring talented individuals who are eager to contribute to our mission and grow with us.

Internship Programs

Kickstart your career with U.S. Bank’s internship programs. These opportunities are designed for ambitious students who want to gain hands-on experience and develop essential skills in a real-world setting. Our internships provide a platform to engage with experienced professionals and explore potential career paths within the company.

Benefits and Employment Perks

Choosing a career at U.S. Bank means more than just employment. We offer comprehensive benefits designed to enhance your life and well-being. From health and wellness programs to retirement plans, we ensure our team members are supported both personally and professionally.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Diversity and inclusion are at the core of our values at U.S. Bank. We are dedicated to creating an environment where all employees feel valued and included. Our diversity training programs are part of our commitment to an inclusive workplace, where everyone can thrive.

Leadership and Professional Development

Leadership at U.S. Bank is about more than guiding teams – it's about inspiring them. We invest in leadership training and professional development programs that help our employees become the best in their fields. By fostering a culture of learning and growth, we prepare our team members to take on new challenges and leadership roles.

Networking and Innovation

Networking at U.S. Bank goes hand in hand with innovation. Our employees are encouraged to connect with colleagues and industry leaders through various networking events and professional groups. This collaborative environment fuels innovation and allows us to stay ahead in a competitive industry.

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