Lead AI Engineer

Ever wondered what happens when AI meets innovation? At ASB, we're on a mission to push the boundaries of what's possible. Our whānau is made up of curious and creative individuals who are passionate about using data to drive progress for all Kiwis. If you're as excited about AI as we are, we want you to join our team.

You're looking for a role that lets you lead the charge on strategic AI projects, designing and developing AI / ML models that are robust and scalable. As a Lead AI Engineer, you'll work closely with our Data Scientists, Analysts, Data Engineers, and Software Specialists to ensure seamless integration of end-to-end solutions. You'll be championing Responsible AI principles and supporting the development of technical standards, tooling, policies, and guardrails for our Chapter.

Your work will make a real difference for our customers and the banking industry in Aotearoa. You'll be delivering best-practice AI solutions that are fair, transparent, and safe. If you're passionate about AI and machine learning, and you're looking for a role that lets you flex your technical muscles, this could be the role for you.

As a seasoned AI expert, here's what you bring to the table :

• Understanding of best-practice model lifecycle management with MLOps - you're well-versed in getting the best results from your models.
• Strong grasp of AI, machine learning, and statistical model fundamentals - you've got a solid foundation in supervised and unsupervised learning, regression, classification, and generative AI methods.
• Experience with cloud providers like Azure or AWS and their AI / ML services - you've worked with these services and know how to get the most out of them.
• Proficiency in languages like Python - you're a coding whiz who can write clean, efficient code.
• Experience in developing and integrating REST APIs for end-to-end solutions - you're comfortable with API development and integration.
• Exposure to notebook environments like Jupyter Notebook or Databricks - you're familiar with these tools and know how to use them effectively.
• Ability to communicate complex technical solutions to business stakeholders and technical collaborators - you're a great communicator who can simplify the complex.

He aha tā mātou | What can we offer

Get the work-life equation right. We know life is full of priorities, from soccer practice to side hobbies. We're here to help you find balance, with a flexible and supportive working environment.

What's important to you is important to us. We support your wellbeing in meaningful ways, including comprehensive health insurance, wellness initiatives, parental and flexible leave, and customisable benefits to suit your lifestyle.

Bring your whole self to work every day. Whether you're into scrap booking, spontaneous karaoke sessions, or just hanging out with the family, ASB is working hard to create a culture where everyone feels safe, included and part of our shared purpose of helping Kiwi get one step ahead.

The whole "one step ahead" thing applies to you, too. With mentorship, flexible learning pathways, and opportunities to deepen your expertise, ASB is a place where you can take on exciting challenges and step forward to reach your goals, both in and out of office.

Me pēhea te tona | How to apply?

We know great people come from all sorts of backgrounds, and you don't need to tick every box to apply. What matters most is you bring your unique strengths and enthusiasm to the team.

To be considered, all applications need to go through our online career channels and will be treated with confidentiality. Check out the position description to find out more.

We appreciate the time and effort you put into applying and will keep you updated throughout the process.

To serve a diverse community, we need a diverse organisation. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds who bring unique perspectives and thinking styles that add to the culture and performance of our team.

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