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Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas · 3 weeks ago

Principal AI Architect

Topeka, KS

Full-time

Hybrid

Lead/Staff

10+ years exp

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas is looking to add to their Information Technology team with a new opportunity for a Principal AI Architect. This role is a senior technical expert responsible for defining and driving the enterprise AI architecture strategy, collaborating with various teams to ensure the successful design and governance of AI solutions across the enterprise.

Financial ServicesHealth Care

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Design and maintain the enterprise AI architecture, including data infrastructure, system integration, and deployment pipelines in partnership with cross-functional teams

Collaborate with data science, engineering, and DevOps teams to ensure scalable and secure AI model lifecycle management (MLOps)

Evaluate and recommend tools, platforms, and technologies for AI development, governance, and performance monitoring

Guide AI solution development across use cases to assess feasibility and support delivery planning in collaboration with Director, AI Strategy

Ensure AI systems meet security, privacy, and regulatory standards (e.g., HIPAA). Serve as a subject matter expert on responsible AI practices

Partner with cybersecurity, data governance, and compliance teams to ensure ethical and compliant AI implementations

Mentor technical teams and contribute to the development of internal AI standards, patterns, and reusable components

Stay informed on emerging AI trends, frameworks, and legislative developments impacting healthcare AI

Communicate architectural decisions and strategies effectively to technical and non-technical audiences, including executive stakeholders

Qualification

AI architectureCloud platformsAI system designAI platformsHealthcare data formatsMLOpsAgile methodologiesCommunication skillsLeadership skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, or a related field required

Minimum of 10+ years of experience in software engineering, data architecture, or AI/ML development

Minimum of 5+ years of experience in a senior or principal architecture role, preferably in a healthcare or payer organization

Demonstrated success in leading the design and implementation of enterprise-scale AI solutions

Deep expertise in cloud platforms, natural language processing (NLP), and large language models (LLMs) and experience working with AI embedded vendor solutions

Strong knowledge of AI system design, cloud architecture (e.g., Azure, AWS, GCP), and data engineering principles

Proficiency with AI platforms and frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, MLflow, Kubeflow)

Experience architecting production-grade AI solutions in regulated industries, preferably healthcare or insurance

In-depth understanding of healthcare data formats (e.g., HL7, FHIR, EDI 837/835) and associated security considerations

Familiarity with responsible AI practices, including fairness, bias mitigation, and explainability

Ability to balance technical rigor with business practicality in solution design and execution

Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Skilled in Agile delivery methodologies and DevOps/MLOps practices

Leadership presence with the ability to mentor, influence, and align diverse technical teams

Preferred

Master's degree preferred

Benefits

Incentive pay program (EPIP)

Health/Vision/Dental insurance

6 weeks paid parental leave for new mothers and fathers

Fertility/Adoption assistance

2 weeks paid caregiver leave

5% 401(k) plan matching

Tuition reimbursement

Health & fitness benefits, discounts and resources

Company

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas is a mutual insurance company provides Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, and Life Insurance.

Founded in 1942

Kansas City, Missouri, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://www.bcbsks.com

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