Add in a functional EVP before role details - ANSR to take point on creating these statements. **ABOUT EVERNORTH:** Evernorth℠ exists to elevate health for all, because we believe health is the starting point for human potential and progress. As champions for affordable, predictable and simple health care, we solve the problems others don’t, won’t or can’t. Our innovation hub in India will allow us to work with the right talent, expand our global footprint, improve our competitive stance, and better deliver on our promises to stakeholders. We are passionate about making healthcare better by delivering world-class solutions that make a real difference. We are always looking upward. And that starts with finding the right talent to help us get there. **Application Development** **Associate Principal-** **AI/Machine Learning** Position Overview We're seeking a talented AI/ML Engineer to design, develop, and deploy cutting-edge AI and machine learning solutions. You'll work with state-of-the-art models and technologies, contributing to projects that have the potential to revolutionize industries. Roles & Responsibilities • Design and implement AI/ML models using various frameworks and libraries • Work with large language models (LLMs) from providers like OpenAI and Anthropic • Develop and optimize RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) systems • Build scalable ML pipelines using **Databricks** , **MLflow** , and cloud-native tools for model training, tracking, and deployment. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate AI capabilities into our applications • Conduct experiments and analyze results to improve model performance • Stay updated with the latest advancements in AI/ML and propose innovative solutions Qualifications **Required** **Experience &** **Skills** **:** • 14 to 18 years of development experience • Strong proficiency in Python and AI/ML libraries (e.g., PyTorch, TensorFlow) • 10+ years of experience working with Artificial Intelligence, experienced working on LLM & latest AI tools. • Familiarity with RAG systems and related technologies • Strong understanding of machine learning concepts and algorithms • Experience with cloud-based ML platforms (e.g., AWS SageMaker, Databricks) • Proficiency in data preprocessing and feature engineering **Preferred** **Experience** **& Skills** **:** • Advanced degree in Computer Science, AI, or a related field • Experience with graph databases (e.g., Neo4j) and knowledge graphs • Familiarity with MLOps practices and tools • Experience with GPU acceleration and distributed computing • Contributions to AI/ML open-source projects or research publications These two sections will be “standardized” in the JD template and made not editable. **Location & Hours of Work** (Specify whether the position is remote, hybrid, in-office and where the role is located as well as the required hours of work) **Equal Opportunity Statement** _Evernorth is an Equal Opportunity Employer actively encouraging and supporting organization-wide involvement of staff in diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts to educate, inform and advance both internal practices and external work with diverse client populations._ **About Evernorth Health Services** Evernorth Health Services, a division of The Cigna Group, creates pharmacy, care and benefit solutions to improve health and increase vitality. We relentlessly innovate to make the prediction, prevention and treatment of illness and disease more accessible to millions of people. Join us in driving growth and improving lives.