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Technology Development Program (TECDP) - Artificial Intelligence Track - Start Date: July 12, 2027 at The Cigna Group | LAYIQ

Education: Must have completed a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Computer Engineering, or related field at the time of hire. Additional degrees such as Math or Statistics will be considered if paired with coding experience and exposure to AI Code Generation.
Technical Skills: Familiarity with languages such as Python, JavaScript, or R and experience with AI/ML frameworks. Knowledge of Generative AI tools (Copilot, GitHub, Cursor, etc.).
Courses & Experiences: Coursework, research, internships, or projects involving machine learning, large language models (LLMs), generative AI, natural language processing, computer vision, or related AI disciplines. Hands-on application of AI concepts.
AI Forward Mindset: Demonstrated curiosity and enthusiasm for emerging AI technologies and their potential to reshape industries. Interest in ethical AI, responsible innovation, and the intersection of AI and human-centered design.
Well Rounded: Leadership or involvement in clubs, organizations, or technical competitions such as Hackathons, AI challenges, or research symposiums.
Desired Skills & Competencies
AI Development Experience: Preferred experience building, fine-tuning, evaluating, or deploying machine learning models, LLM-based applications, AI agents, or generative AI solutions through coursework, research, internships, or personal projects.
Clear Communication: Effectively share ideas with technical and non‑technical audiences.
Collaboration & Inclusion: Build strong relationships and work well on diverse teams.
Critical Thinking: Analyze complex problems and create innovative solutions.
Curiosity: Understand how technology supports healthcare and connects to business goals.
Strength-Based Leadership: Leverage personal and team strengths to drive results.
Growth Mindset: Pursue continuous learning and career development.
Technology Fluency & Ethics: Use foundational and emerging technologies responsibly to deliver value.
Additional Information
Location: This position is based in one of the following office locations: Bloomfield, CT |Morris Plains, NJ | St. Louis, MO | Austin, TX. The role requires a hybrid work schedule, with a minimum of three days per week working onsite (Tuesday, Wednesday, and one additional day of the employee’s choice), and the option to work the remaining days remotely. Relocation assistance is not offered, and employees must be able to meet the onsite schedule for their assigned office location.
Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours/week, Monday–Friday starting July 12, 2027 .
Work Authorization: One goal of this leadership development program is to prepare and identify qualified candidates for leadership roles with The Cigna Group upon program completion. Therefore, this position is open only to individuals who are eligible for employment in the United States and who do not now, or in the future, require visa sponsorship including, but not limited to, H-1B, CPT/OPT/STEM.
Timeline: Process includes a recruiter screen and up to two interviews. Application window closes by mid‑October 2026 or once filled.
Compensation: Expected base salary is $86,000 for bachelor’s graduates and $100,000 for master’s graduates, plus competitive benefits.
Pre‑Employment Requirements: Selected candidates will be required to complete mandatory pre‑employment tasks approximately 45 days prior to the program start date. Completion of the drug test requires availability within the United States during this timeframe.
If you will be working at home occasionally or permanently, the internet connection must be obtained through a cable broadband or fiber optic internet service provider with speeds of at least 10Mbps download/5Mbps upload.
For this position, we anticipate offering an annual salary of 72,400 - 120,600 USD / yearly, depending on relevant factors, including experience and geographic location.
This role is also anticipated to be eligible to participate in an annual bonus plan.
At The Cigna Group, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits, with a focus on supporting your whole health. Starting on day one of your employment, you’ll be offered several health-related benefits including medical, vision, dental, and well-being and behavioral health programs. We also offer 401(k), company paid life insurance, tuition reimbursement, a minimum of 18 days of paid time off per year, paid holidays, and leaves of absence. For more details on our employee benefits programs, click here .

Technology Development Program (TECDP) - Artificial Intelligence Track - Start Date: July 12, 2027

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