AI Model Validation Lead

At The Standard, you’ll join a team focused on putting our customers first.

Our continued success is driven by a high-performance culture. We’re looking for people who are collaborative, accountable, creative, agile and are driven by a passion for doing what’s right – across the company and in our local communities.

We offer a caring culture where you can make a real difference, every day.

Ready to reach your highest potential? Let’s work together.

Job Summary

The Standard is seeking an AI Model Validation Lead to join our forward-thinking Artificial Intelligence team to drive the development and validation of advanced, cutting-edge AI models.

In this role, you will play a pivotal part in establishing and overseeing the validation and governance of AI models to ensure they meet high standards of accuracy, fairness, and regulatory compliance, while also applying ethical guidelines and industry standards. This includes defining performance benchmarks, building monitoring dashboards, facilitating stealth reviews, and continuously monitoring model performance.

In collaboration with the Data Science, Product Management, and Engineering teams you will gain alignment on validation strategies, mitigate risk, and resolve performance issues. Regular communication and presentations with senior management & stakeholders will be essential for conveying validation results and insights, as well as promoting best practices and ensuring regulatory compliance.

Shape the future of AI by influencing our model validation strategies, while driving innovation and making a significant impact!

Skills And Background You’ll Need

• Education: A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, or a related field is required. A Master’s degree is preferred.
• Required Experience: 5 years of proven experience in AI model validation, governance, or a similar role is required. Established understanding of machine learning algorithms and statistical methods. Confirmed experience with regulatory requirements and ethical considerations in AI. Expertise in building and deploying model monitoring frameworks. Demonstrated experience with dashboarding tools (e.g., Tableau, PowerBI, or custom-built dashboards). Experience with compliance frameworks such as GDPR, CCPA, or similar regulations is a plus. Familiarity with AI frameworks like NIST, the NYDFS, or the Colorado bulletin.
• Preferred experience: Experience with AI governance frameworks and tools. Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or R. Familiarity with machine learning platforms and libraries (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch). Experience working in regulated industries like insurance, finance, or healthcare.
• Strong analytical skills to evaluate model performance and identify potential issues.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills: Effective communication skills to convey validation results and insights to technical and non-technical stakeholders. Ability to work collaboratively with data scientists, engineers, and compliance teams.
• Critical Thinking and Attention to Detail: Ability to critically assess AI models and their performance. High attention to detail to ensure thorough validation and compliance.
  
  

Key Behaviors of a Successful Candidate

• Adaptability - Quickly and resourcefully adapts to multiple changing work demands by adjusting team priorities to fit new circumstances.
• Improvement Mindset - Recognizes opportunities for improvement between teams or functions; addresses problems and makes suggestions for ongoing improvement.
• Customer Focus: Takes the extra step to anticipate customers’ needs and immediately resolves breaks in service or mistakes to satisfy them.
  
  

Why Join The Standard?

We have built an enduring legacy of stability, innovation and financial strength thanks to the contributions of the talented, creative and compassionate people who choose to work at The Standard. To ensure we can attract and retain the best talent, when you join The Standard, you can expect:

• A rich benefits package including a 401(k) plan with matching company contributions
• An annual incentive bonus plan
• Generous paid time off
• A supportive and responsive management approach
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement
• Paid time off to volunteer
• An employee giving program that double matches your donations to eligible nonprofits and schools
  
  

Please note - the salary range for this role is listed below. In addition to salary, our package includes incentive plan participation and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision and retirement benefits, as well as an initial PTO accrual of 164 hours per year. Employees also receive 11 paid holidays and 2 wellness days per year.

• Eligibility to participate in an incentive program is subject to the rules governing the program and plan. Any award depends on various factors, including individual and organizational performance.
  
  

Salary Range:

$128,500.00 - $218,250.00

Positions will be posted for at least 5 days from original posting date.

Standard Insurance Company, The Standard Life Insurance Company of New York, Standard Retirement Services, Inc., StanCorp Equities, Inc. and StanCorp Investment Advisers, Inc., marketed as The Standard, are Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status or any other condition protected by federal, state or local law. The Standard offers a drug and alcohol free work environment where possession, manufacture, transfer, offer, use of or being impaired by an illegal substance while on Standard property, or in other cases which the company believes might affect operations, safety or reputation of the company is prohibited. The Standard requires a criminal background investigation, employment, education and licensing verification as a condition of employment. All employees of The Standard must be bondable.