Manager - Data Engineering
American Express
Associate, Data Engineer
stage· Insurance Risk
About this role
COMPANY OVERVIEW
KKR is a leading global investment firm that offers alternative asset management as well as capital markets and insurance solutions. KKR aims to generate attractive investment returns by following a patient and disciplined investment approach, employing world-class people, and supporting growth in its portfolio companies and communities. KKR sponsors investment funds that invest in private equity, credit and real assets and has strategic partners that manage hedge funds. KKR’s insurance subsidiaries offer retirement, life and reinsurance products under the management of Global Atlantic Financial Group. References to KKR’s investments may include the activities of its sponsored funds and insurance subsidiaries.
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Insurance Data Science team reports through the Chief Risk Officer and uses AI and machine learning techniques to develop predictive models for policy-level transactions and human behavior. The models are used to develop and price retail products and institutional reinsurance deals, monitor related risk, and assist in forecasting and financial reporting. The group has a unique vantage point in nearly all aspects of the enterprise and is actively enhancing its capacity, continuing to grow with the whole company. The successful candidate will have an opportunity to work on a variety of projects depending on skill set, interest, and personal goals, and to collaborate with other teams with functions mentioned above.
The team is heavily invested in developing agentic AI tools to solve company-wide problems and boost efficiency of all aspects of work.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Owning AI-assisted data reconciliation system and ETL
- Manage complicated data projects partnered enterprise data engineering team
- Use AI tools to develop new data pipelines and validation tools
- Build AI-native applications to solve data problems
- Perform ad hoc data analysis
- Potentially building advanced machine learning models leverage big data and high-performance computing tools
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's or master's degree in top universities with concentrations in computer science, data science, statistics, or any other related quantitative fields
- 3-5 years of industry work experience as data engineer or data scientist
- Strong programming skills in Python and SQL with or without AI tools
- Strong knowledge in database design and operation, data structure
- Proficient in developing and maintaining software and data infrastructure using Claude Code or any other substitutes
- Extraordinary analytical, organizational, and communication (written and verbal) skills are required
- Pro-active, detail oriented, and deadline driven
- Tracking record of building and deploying agentic AI application into production is plus
- Knowledge in high performance computing and big-data tools are plus
- Insurance industry work experience, especially with annuities is plus
This is the expected annual base salary range for this New York-based position. Actual salaries may vary based on factors, such as skill, experience, and qualification for the role. Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus, based on factors such as individual and team performance.
Base Salary Range
$145,000—$165,000 USD
KKR is an equal opportunity employer. Individuals seeking employment are considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by applicable law.
KKR will provide reasonable accommodations as required by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws. Individuals seeking an accommodation for the application or interview process should email Benefits@kkr.com. Emails sent for unrelated issues, such as following up on an application, will not receive a response.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the salary for the Associate, Data Engineer role at stage?
The listed salary for this Associate, Data Engineer position at stage is USD 145K–165K. This is an full-time role.
Where is the Associate, Data Engineer position at stage located?
This Associate, Data Engineer role at stage is based in New York, New York, United States. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Which team or department does the Associate, Data Engineer at stage belong to?
This Associate, Data Engineer position is part of the Insurance Risk department at stage. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
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When was the Associate, Data Engineer job at stage posted?
This Associate, Data Engineer position at stage was posted on Oct 16, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Associate, Data Engineer
stage · 💰 USD 145K–165K
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