Sr Software Engineer, AI

BDO USA

5d•$110,000 - $140,000

About The Position

Job Summary: 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.. Job Duties: 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 Supervisory Responsibilities: N/A

Requirements

High School diploma or GED, required
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
Advanced experience with software development methodologies, preferred
Experience with artificial intelligence / machine learning, preferred
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

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Information Systems, preferred
One (1) or more years of experience with Microsoft Azure, preferred
Experience with REST APIs and other APIs, preferred
Experience with SQL Server, 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