Vice President, Emerging Technology

Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance•Boston, MA

4d•$275,000 - $325,000

About The Position

BHSI has an exciting opportunity for a visionary and execution-focused senior leader to establish and lead our Boston based Emerging Technology team focused on building Artificial Intelligence (AI) capabilities and skillsets and delivering innovative solutions that provide business impact. In this newly created role, one of the first calls to action will be identifying and attracting highly skilled software engineers with capabilities and character to build the foundation of the Emerging Technology Team. Additionally, the head of Emerging Technology will be responsible for advancing AI capabilities, driving innovation through use case development, and embedding AI into the fabric of our business. The leader will work closely with Architecture, technology functions, and business partners to ensure alignment and scalability. The ideal candidate will also have a deep understanding of the insurance industry, regulatory requirements, and the unique opportunities within the P&C industry.

Requirements

Minimum 15 years’ experience leading and managing a high performing engineering teams
Proven experience defining and executing enterprise-level AI strategies, ideally within regulated industries such as insurance or financial services
General familiarity with underwriting, claims, actuarial models, and regulatory frameworks specific to the property and casualty insurance industry
Strong foundation in AI, Machine Learning, and GenAI technologies, including model development, Large Language Models, deployment, and lifecycle management
Experience collaborating with enterprise and business architecture teams to ensure scalable, secure, and integrated AI solutions
Knowledge of data privacy laws (e.g., GLBA, CCPA), model transparency, and ethical AI practices relevant to insurance
Demonstrated ability to partner with business leaders, technology functions, compliance, and data teams to drive AI adoption and innovation
Experience managing AI vendors, open-source tools, and external partnerships to accelerate capability development
Ability to lead organizational change, upskill teams, and foster a culture of innovation and continuous learning
Strong skills in identifying, prioritizing, and quantifying the value of AI use cases aligned with business objectives.
Excellent communication and storytelling skills to influence executive stakeholders and represent the organization in industry forums

Responsibilities

Define and lead the enterprise AI team, aligning with business goals and technology vision
Build and scale internal AI (Predictive AI / GenAI / Agentic AI) capabilities, including platforms, tools, and talent development
Identify, prioritize, and lead high-impact AI use cases across business functions
Partner with Enterprise Architecture, Business Architecture, and Cybersecurity to ensure AI solutions are scalable, secure, and integrated
Serve as a thought leader and internal evangelist for responsible AI adoption and innovation
Establish governance frameworks for ethical AI use, model transparency, and risk management
Collaborate with functional leaders to embed AI into core business processes and decision-making
Oversee vendor partnerships, open-source contributions, and external collaborations in the AI ecosystem
Monitor emerging trends in AI and assess their relevance and applicability to the company
Develop and manage a roadmap for AI capability maturity, including KPIs and success metrics
Lead cross-functional teams of software engineers and product managers to deliver AI solutions
Ensure compliance with regulatory and privacy standards in AI implementations
Represent the company in industry forums and with external stakeholders on AI topics
Foster a culture of experimentation, continuous learning, and innovation in AI
Help align AI initiatives with the specific needs and goals of the business
Ensure AI solutions comply with industry regulations, including data privacy and security standards relevant to the insurance industry
Collaborate with underwriting, claims, and actuarial teams to develop AI-driven solutions that enhance risk assessment, claims processing, and customer experience
Partner with regulatory and compliance teams to navigate the evolving landscape of AI regulations in the insurance industry
Foster relationships with industry bodies, regulatory agencies, and external partners to stay ahead of emerging trends and regulatory changes