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At U.S. Bank, we’re on a journey to do our best. Helping the customers and businesses we serve to make better and smarter financial decisions and enabling the communities we support to grow and succeed. We believe it takes all of us to bring our shared ambition to life, and each person is unique in their potential. A career with U.S. Bank gives you a wide, ever-growing range of opportunities to discover what makes you thrive at every stage of your career. Try new things, learn new skills and discover what you excel at—all from Day One.

Job Description

At U.S. Bank, we are committed to leveraging industry-leading technology to enhance our financial services. Our goal is to empower customers and businesses with advanced tools for smarter financial decision-making and to support community growth through innovative solutions. A career with U.S. Bank offers a dynamic environment where you can explore new technologies, develop technical skills, and excel in your field from Day One.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

In a large financial institution like U.S. Bank, the ability to execute complex projects is paramount. This role demands a strategic mindset to navigate the intricacies of financial regulations and industry standards. The head must demonstrate proven success in managing cross-functional teams and delivering projects efficiently, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to budget constraints. It requires strong communication skills and the ability to foster a culture of change adoption and continuous improvement within our developer communities. The role involves directly leading a team of Principal Engineers, Architects, Product Management and Software Engineers, impacting the work of over 11,000 Developers.

Strategy, Execution and adoption:

• Provide a holistic view and lead the execution of GenAI initiatives across various stages of the SDLC, including requirements gathering, design, development, testing, deployment, and maintenance

• Develop and implement GenAI solutions for our developer community, focus on upskilling our teams and accelerating adoption of the technology

• Stay updated with the latest advancements in GenAI and evaluate their potential impact on the SDLC

Team Leadership:

• Lead a team of technology, product specialists and software engineers focused on GenAI initiatives and developer productivity.

• Provide mentorship and guidance to team members and promote a culture of innovation and continuous learning.

• Ability to lead and assert Influence outside of direct team, ability to work effectively in a matrix organization

Collaboration and Communication:

• Work closely with development teams, product owners, AI ML Center of Excellence and risk partners to understand their needs and align GenAI solutions with business objectives.

• Communicate the benefits and progress of GenAI initiatives to senior management and other key stakeholders

Metrics:

• Define key performance indicators to measure the success of GenAI initiatives.

• Continuously monitor and analyze the performance of GenAI solutions, making data-driven decisions to optimize their impac

Security Compliance & Guardrails:

• Identify potential risks and challenges associated with the integration of GenAI into the SDLC.

• Ensure that all GenAI initiatives comply with regulatory requirements, standards, and ethical guidelines and implement mitigation strategies to address risks.

• Promote responsible AI practices and address any ethical concerns related to the use of GenAI in the SDLC

Budget and Resource Management:

• Utilize strong project management skills to plan, execute, and monitor AI initiatives, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to budgets

• Manage the budget and resources allocated for GenAI initiatives, ensuring efficient utilization and cost-effectiveness.

• Identify and secure additional resources as needed to support the successful execution of GenAI projects.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree, or equivalent work experience

• 12 or more years of relevant software engineering experience

• Eight or more years of experience leading multiple software engineering teams

Qualifications

• Strong experience in artificial intelligence, machine learning and software development, with a focus on strategy and execution.

• Strong understanding of Generative AI technologies and their applications in software development.

• Proven success in leading and managing cross-functional teams toward successful delivery and change adoption

• Strong management skills, including planning, execution, and communication

• Hands-on development is not required however a dev background is key including proficiency in common programming languages such as Java, Python, and JavaScript.

• Experience with AI/ML frameworks and libraries (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, OpenAI).

• Knowledge of Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) techniques and their implementation.

• Experience with vector databases (e.g., Pinecone, FAISS) for efficient similarity search and retrieval

• Expertise in prompt engineering for optimizing interactions with Large Language Models (LLMs)

• In-depth knowledge of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and Agile methodologies

• Proven experience and success at delivering technical solutions at scale in large, regulated and matrixed corporations.

​The role offers a hybrid/flexible schedule, which means there's an in-office expectation of 3 or more days per week and the flexibility to work outside the office location for the other days.

If there’s anything we can do to accommodate a disability during any portion of the application or hiring process, please refer to our disability accommodations for applicants (https://careers.usbank.com/global/en/disability-accommodations-for-applicants) .

Benefits:

Our approach to benefits and total rewards considers our team members’ whole selves and what may be needed to thrive in and outside work. That's why our benefits are designed to help you and your family boost your health, protect your financial security and give you peace of mind. Our benefits include the following (some may vary based on role, location or hours):

• Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)

• Basic term and optional term life insurance

• Short-term and long-term disability

• Pregnancy disability and parental leave

• 401(k) and employer-funded retirement plan

• Paid vacation (from two to five weeks depending on salary grade and tenure)

• Up to 11 paid holiday opportunities

• Adoption assistance

• Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 80 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law

EEO is the Law

U.S. Bank is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, among other factors. Applicants can learn more about the company’s status as an equal opportunity employer by viewing the federal KNOW YOUR RIGHTS (https://eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) EEO poster.

E-Verify

U.S. Bank participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program in all facilities located in the United States and certain U.S. territories. The E-Verify program is an Internet-based employment eligibility verification system operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Learn more about the E-Verify program (https://careers.usbank.com/verification-of-eligibility-for-employment) .

The salary range reflects figures based on the primary location, which is listed first. The actual range for the role may differ based on the location of the role. In addition to salary, U.S. Bank offers a comprehensive benefits package, including incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase 401(k) contribution and pension (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). Pay Range: $193,035.00 - $227,100.00 - $249,810.00

U.S. Bank will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment. U.S. Bank conducts background checks consistent with applicable local laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act as well as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. U.S. Bank is subject to, and conducts background checks consistent with the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (FDIA). In addition, certain positions may also be subject to the requirements of FINRA, NMLS registration, Reg Z, Reg G, OFAC, the NFA, the FCPA, the Bank Secrecy Act, the SAFE Act, and/or federal guidelines applicable to an agreement, such as those related to ethics, safety, or operational procedures.

Applicants must be able to comply with U.S. Bank policies and procedures including the Code of Ethics and Business Conduct and related workplace conduct and safety policies.

Job postings typically remain open for approximately 20 days of the posting date listed above, however the job posting may be closed earlier should it be determined the position is no longer required due to business need. Job postings in areas with a high volume of applicants, such as customer service, contact center, and Financial Crimes investigations, remain open for approximately 5 days of the posting listed date.