About the role

What will you do at Navy Federal Credit Union?

Navy Federal Credit Union currently does not provide sponsorship for this role.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for

current or future sponsorship.

The Cognitive and Generative AI Engineering team is responsible for developing

and implementing AI-driven solutions that enhance and scale AI adoption across

Navy Federal Credit Union. The Principal AI Engineer is a senior, hands-on

technical leader responsible for end-to-end delivery of production-grade AI

capabilities that span architecture, implementation, deployment, and operational

readiness while translating complex technical work into clear, executive-ready

narratives. This is a pivotal role in the AI Center for Enablement, leading the

design and implementation of cutting-edge AI systems. This role leverages and

adapts state-of-the-art large language models (LLMs) to solve complex business

problems and identifies opportunities to build modular and reusable components.

The incumbent will collaborate with ETS (Enterprise Technology Services) and

Business partners including Enterprise Architecture, Enterprise AI Strategy, and

the AI Working Group to build and drive solutions. They will provide delivery

and ongoing support for NFCU's data science, advanced analytics, and augmented

intelligence technologies, executing on the strategic vision and ensuring the

successful implementation of AI initiatives across the organization. Successful

candidates will exhibit excellent problem-solving skills, effective

communication and analytical skills, as well as strong leadership qualities with

a proven track record of delivering measurable outcomes.

Navy Federal provides much more than a job. We provide a meaningful career

experience, including a culture that is energized, engaged and committed; and

fierce appreciation for our teams, who are rewarded with highly competitive pay

and generous benefits and perks.

Our approach to careers is simple yet powerful: Make our mission your passion.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive

consideration for employment without regard to age, race, sex, color, religion,

national origin, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation,

genetic information, gender identity or any other basis protected by applicable

law.

Accommodations: If you need accommodation or assistance for a qualifying

condition to complete the online application (or during any stage of the hiring

process), you can contact Navy Federal's Medical Accommodations team at

[email protected] or by calling 1-888-503-6013. This team

cannot provide any information on job postings or application status.

Disclaimers: Navy Federal reserves the right to fill this role at a higher/lower

grade level based on business need. An assessment may be required to compete for

this position. Job postings are subject to close early or extend out longer than

the anticipated closing date at the hiring team’s discretion based on qualified

applicant volume. Navy Federal Credit Union assesses market data to establish

salary ranges that enable us to remain competitive. You are paid within the

salary range, based on your experience, location and market position. For

additional details regarding compensation and benefits, review the Benefits page

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the Navy Federal Career Site.

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our career site, jobs.navyfederal.org and reputable job boards (e.g., LinkedIn,

Indeed). We do not post jobs on social media marketplaces, messaging apps or

unverified websites. We will never ask candidates for payment, bank details or

personal financial information during the hiring process.

Bank Secrecy Act: Remains cognizant of and adheres to Navy Federal policies and

procedures, and regulations pertaining to the Bank Secrecy Act.

Which skills does this role require?

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