Sr Software Engineer, AI

BDO USA, P.C. • Grand Rapids, MI

5d • $110,000 - $140,000

About The Position

The Senior Software Engineer, AI is responsible for leading the design, development, and implementation of AI-driven systems, with a focus on large language models. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to understand user needs and deliver AI solutions that enhance business operations. The engineer plays a pivotal role in advancing AI capabilities within the firm, ensuring solutions are innovative, efficient, and aligned with business objectives. This position also involves mentoring junior developers and contributing to the strategic direction of AI initiatives.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED, required
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Information Systems, preferred
• Six (6) or more years of experience with developing applications / automations using .NET technologies, required
• Experience serving in a technical lead role on large IT projects, required
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and customer relationship skills
• Able to work in a deadline-driven environment while handling multiple complex projects/tasks simultaneously with a focus on details
• Capable of successfully multi-tasking while working independently or within a group environment
• Able to rely on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals
• Capable of working well under pressure while dealing with unexpected problems in a professional manner
• Communicates and interacts with all levels of employees and management
• Able to interact and build relationships and consensus among people
• Advanced knowledge of concepts, practices, and procedures within the software development industry
• Strong information technology architecture and design skills
• Solid project management and leadership skills to effectively act as technical lead on large projects
• Capacity to consistently produce clean code and adhere to appropriate documentation standards

Nice To Haves

• One (1) or more years of experience with Microsoft Azure, preferred
• Experience with REST APIs and other APIs, preferred
• Experience with SQL Server, preferred
• Advanced experience with software development methodologies, preferred
• Experience with artificial intelligence / machine learning, preferred
• Experience in other development languages, strongly preferred
• Microsoft developer certifications, preferred
• AI or machine learning certifications, preferred
• Experience with the following products, preferred: Microsoft Visual Studio Microsoft Azure Dev Ops or Github Microsoft SQL Server and/or Azure SQL DB Microsoft SQL Reporting Services and/or Power BI Microsoft SQL Integration Services and/or Azure Logic Apps Microsoft Entity Framework HTTP Debug Tools

Responsibilities

• Leads the development and integration of AI-driven applications and systems
• Researches and evaluates AI technologies for potential implementation
• Designs and maintains policy and documentation for the AI Engineering team, and for AI systems and processes
• Clarifies design requirements for AI systems from the firm’s business owners
• Devises strategic plan for resolving issues while keeping the firm’s systems operational
• Educates professionals on responsibilities and provides guidance regarding effective resolution of issues
• Facilitates meetings to discuss project requirements
• Acts as the technical lead on larger IT projects
• Provides technical guidance and mentorship to junior developers on AI best practices
• Serves as the Secondary Support person for after-hours support, as needed
• Integrates AI functionalities into existing systems to enhance user experience
• Escalates critical issues to management and implements strategies for timely resolution
• Leads the follow-up from items stemming out of team meetings
• Provides Level IV support for specific applications as needed
• Develops and maintains best practices for AI development and deployment
• Conducts code reviews to ensure quality and security in AI applications
• Proactively monitors and supports existing AI applications and automations
• Other duties as required

Benefits

• BDO is proud to be an ESOP company, reflecting a culture that puts people first, by sharing financially in our growth in value with our U.S. team.
• BDO professionals provide assurance, tax and advisory services for a diverse range of clients across the U.S. and in over 160 countries through our global organization.
• BDO is the first large accounting and advisory organization to implement an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• A qualified retirement plan, the ESOP offers participants a stake in the firm’s success through beneficial ownership and a unique opportunity to enhance their financial well-being.
• The ESOP stands as a compelling addition to our comprehensive compensation and Total Rewards benefits offerings.
• The annual allocation to the ESOP is fully funded by BDO through investments in company stock and grants employees the chance to grow their wealth over time as their shares vest and grow in value with the firm’s success, with no employee contributions.
• BDO Total Rewards that encompass so much more than traditional “benefits.”

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees