The Hartford’s Model Risk Management team is seeking a Senior Analyst to lead the validation of AI and Generative AI models across the enterprise, ensuring compliance with internal standards and regulatory expectations. This role involves independently reviewing and challenging models used in critical business functions, focusing on accuracy, robustness, and ethical principles. Day-to-day responsibilities include designing challenger solutions, assessing testing techniques, and delivering clear reports to stakeholders. The ideal candidate has an advanced degree in a relevant field such as AI or data science, with 3+ years of industry experience including at least one year focused on GenAI. Strong programming skills in Python, R, SAS/SQL are essential, along with expertise in tools like Vertex AI and HuggingFace. This position requires staying informed about advancements in AI technologies and regulatory standards to enhance model risk management practices across The Hartford’s diverse business areas.
Skills
Python
R
SAS
SQL
VertexAI
Google Agent Development Kit
LangChain
LangGraph
RAG Frameworks
HuggingFace
OpenAI APIs
GenAI
Prompt Engineering
Context Engineering
LLM Evaluation
Neural Networks
CI/CD
GitHub
MLOps
What you'll do
Perform independent validations of AI and GenAI models to ensure accuracy and compliance with standards.
Design challenger solutions for various AI tasks like summarization and question answering.
Review data inputs, assumptions, and prompt engineering for AI models to maintain model integrity.
Deliver effective challenges to key modeling elements and compile clear validation reports.
Enhance the existing GenAI model validation framework to include standard evaluation metrics.
What we're looking for
Advanced degree in AI, ML, Computational Science, Engineering, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Actuarial Science, Computer Science, or Quantitative Economics.
3+ years of industry experience in machine learning or data science with 1+ year focused on Generative AI.
Strong programming skills in Python, R, SAS/SQL and understanding of GenAI concepts like prompt engineering, retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), agent workflow, LLM evaluation, neural networks.
Experience with advanced GenAI tools such as Vertex AI, LangChain/LangGraph, HuggingFace, OpenAI APIs.
Proven ability to independently validate models, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards and ethical principles.
Excellent analytical skills, critical thinking, and commitment to continuous learning in evolving modeling techniques and AI technologies.
Market check
Salary context
This
$108,000–$162,000
range sits above
21%
of similar postings on FindRole.
Peer median band
$141,300–$225,050
Median floor and ceiling across peers.
Typical midpoint (25–75%)
$144,912–$230,675
Middle half of comparable postings.
Based on 240 comparable postings.*
* 240 is the maximum number of comparable postings sampled.
Employer
About The Hartford
The Hartford is a leading provider of property and casualty insurance, group benefits, and mutual funds, serving businesses and individuals across the United States. Industry: Insurance & Financial Services
The Hartford currently has
60 open roles
on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs
$126,880–$190,320
across 60 roles with salary data.
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Python
R
Databricks
React
LangChain
LangGraph
LangSmith
XGBoost
random forests
support vector machines
Git
CI/CD
DevOps
NIST
ISO 42001
NAIC Model Bulletin
SR 11-7
Colorado SB21-169