Boston, MA
Salary Range: $250,000.00 To $300,000.00 Annually
Who are we?
A strategic and trusted insurance partner, Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance (BHSI), provides a broad range of commercial property, casualty and specialty insurance coverages and outstanding service to customers and brokers around the world. Part of Berkshire Hathaway’s insurance operations, we bring our solutions to market with our stellar brand name, top-rated balance sheet, and the expertise of our global team of professionals, who exude excellent capabilities and strong character.
We are a values-based organization where respect, integrity, excellence, collaboration, and passion define who we are and how we do business. We value diversity of backgrounds, experience, and perspectives and strive to foster an inclusive environment that enables all our team members to bring their best selves to work. We are one team committed to building a culture where every teammate has the opportunity to contribute and be recognized. Want to be part of the team building the finest property, casualty and specialty lines insurance company in the world?
Learn more about our unique culture and history.
Job Opportunity:
BHSI has an exciting opportunity for a visionary and execution-focused senior leader to establish and lead our Boston based Emerging Technology team focused on building Artificial Intelligence (AI) capabilities and skillsets and delivering innovative solutions that provide business impact. In this newly created role, one of the first calls to action will be identifying and attracting highly skilled software engineers with capabilities and character to build the foundation of the Emerging Technology Team. Additionally, the head of Emerging Technology will be responsible for advancing AI capabilities, driving innovation through use case development, and embedding AI into the fabric of our business. The leader will work closely with Architecture, technology functions, and business partners to ensure alignment and scalability. The ideal candidate will also have a deep understanding of the insurance industry, regulatory requirements, and the unique opportunities within the P&C industry.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Define and lead the enterprise AI team, aligning with business goals and technology vision.
- Build and scale internal AI (Predictive AI / GenAI / Agentic AI) capabilities, including platforms, tools, and talent development.
- Identify, prioritize, and lead high-impact AI use cases across business functions.
- Partner with Enterprise Architecture, Business Architecture, and Cybersecurity to ensure AI solutions are scalable, secure, and integrated.
- Serve as a thought leader and internal evangelist for responsible AI adoption and innovation.
- Establish governance frameworks for ethical AI use, model transparency, and risk management.
- Collaborate with functional leaders to embed AI into core business processes and decision-making.
- Oversee vendor partnerships, open-source contributions, and external collaborations in the AI ecosystem.
- Monitor emerging trends in AI and assess their relevance and applicability to the company.
- Develop and manage a roadmap for AI capability maturity, including KPIs and success metrics.
- Lead cross-functional teams of software engineers and product managers to deliver AI solutions.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory and privacy standards in AI implementations.
- Represent the company in industry forums and with external stakeholders on AI topics.
- Foster a culture of experimentation, continuous learning, and innovation in AI.
- Help align AI initiatives with the specific needs and goals of the business.
- Ensure AI solutions comply with industry regulations, including data privacy and security standards relevant to the insurance industry.
- Collaborate with underwriting, claims, and actuarial teams to develop AI-driven solutions that enhance risk assessment, claims processing, and customer experience.
- Partner with regulatory and compliance teams to navigate the evolving landscape of AI regulations in the insurance industry.
- Foster relationships with industry bodies, regulatory agencies, and external partners to stay ahead of emerging trends and regulatory changes.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- Minimum 15 years’ experience leading and managing a high performing engineering teams.
- Proven experience defining and executing enterprise-level AI strategies, ideally within regulated industries such as insurance or financial services.
- General familiarity with underwriting, claims, actuarial models, and regulatory frameworks specific to the property and casualty insurance industry.
- Strong foundation in AI, Machine Learning, and GenAI technologies, including model development, Large Language Models, deployment, and lifecycle management.
- Experience collaborating with enterprise and business architecture teams to ensure scalable, secure, and integrated AI solutions.
- Knowledge of data privacy laws (e.g., GLBA, CCPA), model transparency, and ethical AI practices relevant to insurance.
- Demonstrated ability to partner with business leaders, technology functions, compliance, and data teams to drive AI adoption and innovation.
- Experience managing AI vendors, open-source tools, and external partnerships to accelerate capability development.
- Ability to lead organizational change, upskill teams, and foster a culture of innovation and continuous learning.
- Strong skills in identifying, prioritizing, and quantifying the value of AI use cases aligned with business objectives.
- Excellent communication and storytelling skills to influence executive stakeholders and represent the organization in industry forums.
BHSI Offers:
- A competitive package and exciting growth opportunities for career-oriented teammates.
- A dynamic, action oriented, and thoughtful environment centered on always doing the right thing for our customers, teammates, and our other stakeholders.
- A purposely non-bureaucratic organization that embraces simplicity over complexity and emphasizes individual excellence in a team framework.
- Benefits that support your life and well-being, which include:
- Comprehensive Health, Dental and Vision benefits.
- Disability Insurance (both short-term and long-term).
- Life Insurance (for you and your family).
- Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance (for you and your family).
- Flexible Spending Accounts.
- Health Reimbursement Account.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Retirement Savings 401(k) Plan with Company Match.
- Generous holiday and Paid Time Off.
- Tuition Reimbursement.
- Paid Parental Leave.
The base salary range for this position in Boston is $250,000 to $300,000, along with annual bonus eligibility. Total compensation for a candidate is determined by their relevant skills, location, and experience. We value our teammates – both their capabilities and character – as demonstrated by our amazing culture.
NOTE: Compensation will be commensurate with experience. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Team Member may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
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