Data Scientist / AI Engineer

At MetLife, a global leader in insurance and financial services, we are committed to driving innovation through advanced data science and artificial intelligence. Join our dynamic team in Jersey City, New Jersey, and play a pivotal role in transforming how we leverage data to empower smarter business decisions and enhance customer experiences. This full-time, on-site position offers excellent career development opportunities, competitive compensation, and comprehensive benefits including health insurance, paid time off, and a retirement plan. We’re looking for a skilled Data Scientist / AI Engineer passionate about building scalable machine learning models, natural language processing (NLP) applications, and cloud-based analytics solutions. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and want to contribute to cutting-edge AI projects that deliver measurable business impact, this role is perfect for you. Key Responsibilities Design and develop scalable machine learning models and NLP systems to solve complex business problems. Build custom large language model (LLM)-powered chatbots to enhance client data analysis and operational efficiency. Implement computer vision solutions using OpenCV to automate engineering drawing comparisons, reducing analysis time significantly. Deploy end-to-end data science workflows on cloud platforms such as AWS and Google Vertex AI, ensuring robust and scalable production pipelines. Optimize machine learning pipelines and statistical models like XGBoost to improve prediction accuracy and performance. Develop ETL workflows using Spark and Python, achieving up to 30% reduction in data processing time while enhancing data quality. Create interactive Power BI dashboards to provide real-time insights and empower business users. Leverage Generative AI techniques to automate reporting and reduce manual effort, improving operational efficiency. What We're Looking For Required: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, or related field. Minimum 4 years of professional experience in data science, machine learning engineering, or AI development. Proficiency in Python, Spark, and ML frameworks such as TensorFlow or PyTorch. Strong experience with cloud platforms including AWS and Google Cloud (Vertex AI). Hands-on expertise with NLP, computer vision, and statistical modeling techniques (e.g., XGBoost, LSTM). Ability to design and deploy scalable production-grade AI solutions. Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to communicate technical concepts clearly. Preferred: Experience with Generative AI and automation tools. Familiarity with Power BI or other BI tools for data visualization. Knowledge of engineering domain applications and automated document analysis. Strong teamwork and collaboration skills with a growth mindset. What We Offer Comprehensive health insurance plans to support your well-being. Paid time off for vacation, personal days, and holidays to maintain work-life balance. Retirement plan options to help you plan for the future. Career development programs including training, certifications, and mentorship opportunities. Innovative work environment with access to cutting-edge AI technologies and projects. On-site amenities and a collaborative team culture in Jersey City. Frequently Asked Questions What is the work location for this role? This position is full-time and on-site at our Jersey City, New Jersey office. Remote work is not eligible for this role. What level of experience is required? We require a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience in data science, machine learning engineering, or AI development. What technologies will I work with? You will work extensively with Python, Spark, AWS, Google Vertex AI, NLP, computer vision, and machine learning frameworks such as TensorFlow or PyTorch. Are there opportunities for professional growth? Yes, MetLife offers robust career development programs including training, certifications, and mentorship to su