Manager-Data Science

The Global Risk & Compliance Organization (“GRC”) independently oversees the company’s risk-taking and risk management activities, including the comprehensive identification, management, and mitigation of risks within the Company’s risk appetite. GRC ensures the company operates in a safe, sound and fully compliant manner within all applicable regulatory expectations. We create and maintain the overall risk management framework while ensuring legal and regulatory compliance. Our culture in Global Risk & Compliance is all about thinking outside the box, challenging the status quo and striving to be best-in-class.

The Enterprise Risk Management and Risk Oversight (“ERM&RO”) organization within GRC is responsible for strengthening risk governance and enabling effective oversight across the enterprise, including overseeing risk management platforms and capabilities (“GRC Product”). The Manager, GenAI Product will be part of the GRC Product team and will focus on implementing prioritized Generative AI use cases to enhance risk and compliance processes. The role involves designing and deploying AI-enabled solutions that improve efficiency in regulatory intelligence, policy interpretation, control testing, and issue management, while ensuring adherence to enterprise data, privacy, and risk standards. The incumbent will work closely with ERM&RO, Independent Risk Management, Data Governance, Technology, and other stakeholders to deliver solutions that are scalable, secure, and aligned with governance requirements.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field.

Proven experience in developing and implementing AI solutions, particularly Generative AI.

Strong understanding of AI risk management and regulatory compliance.

Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

Strong communication skills and the ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications:

Internal candidates preferred

Experience with AI tools and frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or similar.

Knowledge of AI governance and risk management frameworks.

Familiarity with regulatory requirements related to AI and data privacy.

Strong analytical skills and experience with data management and centralization.

Employment eligibility to work with American Express in the United States is required as the company will not pursue visa sponsorship for these positions.

At American Express, our culture is built on a 175-year history of innovation, shared values and Leadership Behaviors, and an unwavering commitment to back our customers, communities, and colleagues. From delivering differentiated products to providing world-class customer service, we operate with a strong risk mindset, ensuring we continue to uphold our brand promise of trust, security, and service.

As part of Team Amex, you’ll experience our powerful backing with comprehensive support for your holistic well-being and many opportunities to learn new skills, develop as a leader, and grow your career. Here, your voice and ideas matter, your work makes an impact, and together, you will help us define the future of American Express.

We back you with benefits that support your holistic well-being so you can be and deliver your best. This means caring for you and your loved ones' physical, financial, and mental health, as well as providing the flexibility you need to thrive personally and professionally:

Competitive base salaries

Bonus incentives

6% Company Match on retirement savings plan

Free financial coaching and financial well-being support

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits

Flexible working model with hybrid, onsite or virtual arrangements depending on role and business need

20+ weeks paid parental leave for all parents, regardless of gender, offered for pregnancy, adoption or surrogacy

Free access to global on-site wellness centers staffed with nurses and doctors (depending on location)

Free and confidential counseling support through our Healthy Minds program

Career development and training opportunities

For a full list of Team Amex benefits, visit our Colleague Benefits Site .

We back our colleagues with the support they need to thrive, professionally and personally. That's why we have Amex Flex, our enterprise working model that provides greater flexibility to colleagues while ensuring we preserve the important aspects of our unique in-person culture. Depending on role and business needs, colleagues will either work onsite, in a hybrid model (combination of in-office and virtual days) or fully virtually.