Overview
A career with us means you’ll work alongside exceptional people and be empowered to reach your professional and personal goals. Our employees are at the foundation of what enables MassMutual to deliver on our purpose to help people secure their futures and protect the ones they love.
We embrace the idea that we all are stronger and better through our support for one another. We strive to create a culture where employees feel valued and are celebrated for who they are.
Job Description
The Opportunity
At MassMutual, we’re more than life insurance – we’re a leading financial services company committed to helping people secure their future and protect what matters most. As a Project Manager in Data Science & AI Engineering, you’ll lead the delivery of AI and data-driven solutions by managing scope, timelines, and stakeholder expectations across multiple, concurrent projects. You’ll partner closely with data scientists, AI engineers, and product managers to ensure projects run smoothly and deliver measurable impact. Your ability to understand technical concepts and anticipate risks, resolve challenges, and maintain alignment will be critical to driving successful outcomes.
The Team
Our Data Science & AI Engineering team is driving innovation through machine learning and AI-powered solutions – including generative AI and emerging agentic AI approaches – that transform how we deliver value across the enterprise.
We work in high-caliber, product-focused teams that thrive on collaboration, curiosity, and diversity of thought. If you’re passionate about driving meaningful change, love working with brilliant minds, and want to see your work make a real impact, this is the place for you. This role is ideal for someone who excels at managing technically complex initiatives and ensuring seamless execution across multiple teams and priorities.
The Impact
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Manage the delivery of a portfolio of AI and data science projects from planning through implementation.
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Coordinate across technical and non-technical teams to manage dependencies and ensure clarity of requirements.
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Lead agile ceremonies, including scrums, sprint planning, retrospectives, while driving accountability.
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Help stakeholders understand what’s possible with AI and translate that into actionable project requirements.
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Manage complexityacross budget, timelines, scope, and stakeholder expectations.
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Proactively identify risks and mitigation strategies, navigating ambiguity with confidence.
The Minimum Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree
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8+ years in technical field (this can be a combination of academic, research-based, or professional environment).
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4+ years of experience managing technical projects in Agile environments.
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2+ years of experience managing complex technical projects
The Ideal Qualifications
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Education: Master’s degree (preferred) in business, computer science, engineering, or other applicable discipline.
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Experience:Proven success delivering projects involving data scienceor AI or cyber security
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Skills:
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Advanced proficiency with project management tools (JIRA, Confluence) and Agile frameworks.
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Strong ability to synthesize technical details into clear plans and executive-level communications.
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Demonstrated leadership in driving accountability and fostering collaboration.
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Mindset:
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Outcome-oriented and highly adaptable.
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Skilled at influencing without authority and building trust across diverse teams.
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Thrives in fast-paced, evolving environments.
What to Expect as Part of MassMutual and the Team
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Regular collaboration with the Data Science & AI Engineering team
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Focused one-on-one time with your manager
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Networking opportunities including access to Asian, Hispanic/Latinx, African American, women, LGBTQIA+, veteran and disability-focused Business Resource Groups
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Access to learning content on Degreed and other informational platforms
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Your ethics and integrity will be valued by a company with a strong and stable ethical business with industry leading pay and benefits
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MassMutual is an equal employment opportunity employer. We welcome all persons to apply.
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MassMutual will accept applications on an ongoing basis until such time as a candidate has been offered employment. The job description includes the main duties of this position, which may evolve over time. You may be required to perform other duties not listed.
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Salary Range: $124,800-$163,800
Award-Winning Culture
MassMutual is guided by a single purpose: We help people secure their future and protect the ones they love. As a company operated for the benefit of our members and participating policyowners, we are defined by mutuality and our vision to provide financial well-being for all Americans. It’s more than our company structure — it’s our way of life. We are a company of people protecting people. Our company exists because people are willing to share risk and resources and rely on each other when it counts.
We strive to build a thriving community where everyone is valued, included, and feels that they belong.
At MassMutual, we Live Mutual.
How We Work
MassMutual’s flexible workplace approach combines the importance of connecting in person and the flexibility of working remotely. Our hybrid model puts collaboration first with employees coming in at least three days per week to our spectacular campus settings and also enjoying the flexibility of remote Fridays, company-wide remote weeks, and a bank of flexible remote weeks to use throughout the year.
Benefits for the whole you (and your loved ones)
There’s more to your life than your job and there’s more to your aspirations than a paycheck. We take a holistic view of compensation and benefits that provides the flexibility to create a healthy balance in your life for work, family, and community. We offer the benefits you’d expect, like medical, dental, 401(k), and generous vacation time, but we also offer ones you might not expect, like three paid days for volunteering, a $1,250 annual Well-Being Wallet, and up to 320 hours of caregiver leave.
Explore some of our offerings below.
Paid Time Off
- In addition to generous vacation time, paid holidays, and flexible holidays, MassMutual offers 'take care' time to care for yourself or someone you love—whether for physical illness or mental health.
Health & Well-Being
In addition to top-line medical and dental coverage, personalized mental health solutions, on-site and virtual health coaching, and much more, MassMutual reimburses employees up to $1,250 per year for eligible expenses supporting mental, physical, and financial well-being.
Financial Well-Being
In addition to competitive salaries and bonuses, educational assistance programs, and much more, MassMutual offers up to a 10% total 401(k) benefit, consisting of a 5% company match and a 5% annual contribution.
Taking Care
MassMutual offers generous maternity and parental leaves, as well as bereavement leave to mourn the loss of a loved one (and the employee defines 'loved one'). In addition, we offer up to 320 hours of caregiver leave to help employees support loved ones in times of need.
Giving Back
MassMutual offers three paid days for employees to volunteer with eligible nonprofits of their choice, and the MassMutual Foundation matches employee donation dollars to eligible nonprofit organizations up to $5,000 annually.
Commuter Benefits
MassMutual offers a Qualified Commuter Program through which eligible employees can pay qualified workplace commuting expenses with before-tax dollars, as well as a commuter wallet option for employees based at Boston and NYC campuses.