Principal Engineer, AI Strategy and Innovation Jobs

Clear

Location:
United States, New York

Category:
IT - Software Development

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

250000.00 - 290000.00 USD / Year

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Job Description:

Shape the architecture and execution of CLEAR’s AI platform strategy, from infrastructure to applied intelligence. Partner with Engineering, Product, Analytics, and Security to design and scale systems that embed AI into every member and partner interaction. Set the direction for AI adoption, drive platform scalability, and ensure responsible, trusted deployment of AI applications across CLEAR’s ecosystem.

Job Responsibility:

Define and scale CLEAR’s AI strategy: spanning data pipelines, ML lifecycle management, and intelligent applications
Lead engineering execution for AI models (development, deployment, monitoring, retraining) with a focus on reliability, observability, and ethical AI practices
Modernize analytics and intelligence systems to deliver predictive insights and partner-facing transparency in real time
Operationalize trust in AI by embedding privacy, compliance, and security into all platforms and workflows
Influence cross-functional stakeholders across the business, fostering a culture of technical rigor, collaboration, and innovation, advising C Suite executives, leaders, and individual contributors
Lead the AI Governance group and drive best practices across business functions
Track and optimize KPIs on AI adoption, model performance, scalability, and business impact

Requirements:

12+ years in software engineering and/or technical experience with deep expertise in AI systems, ML platforms, and data infrastructure
At least 5 years of experience with various AI technologies including GenAI, ML, Deep Learning, RPA or others
Proven ability to scale AI capabilities into high-throughput, low-latency environments
Strong technical background in cloud-native architectures (AWS or similar) and modern AI/ML stacks (TensorFlow/PyTorch, MLflow, RAG, MCP, etc.)
Experience leading AI strategy and platform adoption in enterprise-scale environments
Skilled at translating regulatory and compliance requirements into responsible AI practices
Track record of partnering closely with Product, Engineering, Analytics, and Security teams as well as business executives
Excellent communicator who can set a vision for AI, explain technical trade-offs, and influence executives, peers, and partners
Passionate about embedding AI into core products to deliver measurable impact for members and enterprise partners

What we offer:

Comprehensive healthcare plans
Family-building benefits (fertility and adoption/surrogacy support)
Flexible time off
Annual wellness stipend
Free OneMedical memberships for you and your dependents
A CLEAR Plus membership
A 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
Catered lunches every day
Fully stocked kitchens
Stipends and reimbursement programs for well-being and learning & development

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 07, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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