AI Engineer

Holland America Line has been exploring the world since 1873. Our ships offer innovative features and enriching experiences focused on destination exploration and personalized travel, inviting guests to savor the journey. 

We are looking for an AI Engineer.  The AI Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and deploying machine learning models and AI-driven solutions to enhance crew management analytics and operational efficiency. This role involves close collaboration with data reporting teams, IT, and business stakeholders to identify opportunities for automation and predictive insights. The ideal candidate will have strong programming skills, experience with ML frameworks, and a passion for solving complex problems with data.

Here’s a summary of what Holland America Line is looking for.  Is this you? 

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain AI/ML models for crew analytics and scheduling optimization

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify AI opportunities and gather requirements

• Deploy models into production and monitor performance

• Conduct data analysis and preprocessing to support model development

• Document processes and ensure compliance with data governance standards

Knowledge & Skills:

• Scope:  This role supports global crew operations and analytics across HAL and Seabourn brands, impacting both shore and fleet operations.

• Problem solving:  Requires advanced analytical skills to build predictive models, anticipate operational challenges, and propose data-driven solutions.

• Impact:  Contributes to the strategic direction of crew management through AI innovation, influencing staffing, scheduling, and performance metrics.

• Leadership:  May lead project teams and mentor junior analysts; no direct reports initially but expected to manage cross-functional initiatives.

Requirements 

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or related field

• Proficiency in Python, SQL, and ML frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch)

• Strong understanding of data structures, algorithms, and model deployment

• Understanding different prompting approaches, prompting strategies including chain-of-thought, and role-based prompting strategies

• Familiarity with JSON

• Knowledge of token management and cost-performance trade offs

• Strong Understanding LLM architecture, embedding, inference behavior

• Must Understand AWS bedrock, Azure and Open AI

• 3+ years of experience in AI/ML engineering

• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)

Travel:  Less than 25% non-shipboard travel likely

Work Conditions: Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential.

Physical Demands: Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.

This position is classified as “in-office.”  As an in-office role, it requires employees to work from a designated Holland office Tuesday through Thursday each week. Employees may work from their homes on Mondays and Fridays. 

Holland provides comprehensive and innovative benefits to meet your needs, including:

What You Can Expect  

• Cruise and Travel Privileges for You and Your Family 
• Health Benefits 
• 401(k)  
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan  
• Training & Professional Development 
• Tuition & Professional Certification Reimbursement 
• Base Salary Range: $86,500 to $116,800. The range is applicable for the labor market where the role is intended to be hired. Final base salary is directly related to each candidates' qualifications and experience uniquely. 

Our Culture…Stronger Together 

Our highest responsibility and top priority is compliance, environmental protection and the health, safety and well-being of our guests, the people in the communities we touch and serve, and our shipboard and shoreside employees.  Please visit our site to learn more about our Culture Essentials, Corporate Vision Statement and our Core Values at: https://www.hollandamerica.com/en_US/our-company/mission-values.html 
 
Holland America is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. 

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)  

Holland America will provide reasonable accommodations with the application process, upon your request, as required to comply with applicable laws.  If you have a disability and require assistance in this application process, please contact recruiting@hollandamericagroup.com 
 

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