Lead Software Engineer-AI

Georgia Pacific Corp.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia Pacific is seeking a Lead Software Engineer-AI to design, build, and operate AI-powered applications, primarily computer vision, deployed across 100+ facilities. You will provide technical leadership for cloud and edge AI solutions in Kubernetes/EKS environments, collaborating with data scientists, engineers, and product managers to deliver new AI products.

The role requires 6+ years in distributed software engineering, experience leading design and delivery teams, and proficiency in

Qualifications

• 6+ years of software engineering in distributed systems
• Experience leading design, architecture decisions, or software delivery teams
• Experience developing, deploying, or supporting ML, CV, AI, or data-driven applications
• Proficiency in Python, SQL, Docker, and Bash
• Experience deploying containerized apps with Kubernetes (EKS) and/or AWS ECS
• Experience with AWS services (Lambda, EC2, ECS, EKS, S3, IAM)
• Experience with data streaming technologies (Kafka, NATS, MQTT)
• Knowledge of Terraform and Helm
• Knowledge of data structures, algorithms, and system design

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, deployment, and operation of AI applications across 100+ facilities
• Provide technical leadership and architectural guidance for cloud and edge AI solutions (Kubernetes/EKS)
• Collaborate with data scientists, engineers, and product managers on AI initiatives
• Develop production-ready code using modern AI, data, and analytics tech
• Mentor engineers through design/code reviews and leadership activities
• Address technical debt and set best practices for design, reliability, performance, and scalability
• Foster continuous learning and growth within the team

Skills

Python

SQL

Docker

Bash

Kubernetes

AWS

Kafka

Terraform

Helm

System design

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/Engineering

Tools

Terraform

Helm

Prometheus

Grafana

Splunk

Job description

Georgia Pacific is seeking a Lead Software Engineer-AI to join our team! This hands‑on technical leadership role is responsible for designing, building, and operating AI-powered applications, primarily computer vision solutions, that are deployed across more than 100 manufacturing facilities and directly support critical operational outcomes. The successful applicant will have excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and organizational skills and will report to our CV Senior IT Delivery Manager.

Our Team

This team creates sustainable value and competitive advantage by leveraging advanced analytics, AI, and actionable insights across the enterprise, with a strong focus on manufacturing outcomes and future‑forward innovation. The role works closely with data scientists, product partners, and manufacturing teams to deliver scalable, real‑world AI solutions.

What You Will Do

• Lead the development, deployment, and operation of AI applications that support manufacturing operations across more than 100 facilities
• Provide technical leadership and architectural guidance for cloud and edge‑based AI solutions, deployed in Kubernetes/EKS environments
• Partner with data scientists, engineers, and product managers to deliver new AI products and enhance existing capabilities
• Develop high‑quality, production‑ready code using modern AI, data, and analytics technologies
• Mentor and coach engineers through design reviews, code reviews, and hands‑on technical leadership
• Drive continuous improvement by addressing technical debt and establishing best practices for system design, reliability, performance, and scalability
• Invest in continuous learning while fostering the technical growth and development of the team

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• 6+ years of software engineering experience building and operating distributed systems, including technical design and delivery responsibilities
• Experience leading technical design, architecture decisions, or software delivery teams
• Experience developing, deploying, or supporting machine learning, computer vision, AI, or data‑driven applications
• Professional experience in Python, SQL, Docker, and Bash scripting
• Experience building and deploying containerized applications using Kubernetes (EKS) and/or AWS ECS
• Experience with AWS services such as Lambda, EC2, ECS, EKS, S3, and IAM
• Experience with data streaming technologies such as Kafka, NATS, MQTT, or similar platforms
• Experience using Infrastructure‑as‑Code tools such as Terraform and Helm
• Knowledge of data structures, algorithms, and system design

What Will Put You Ahead

• Experience with edge computing architecture and hybrid cloud deployments
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field
• Experience deploying and operating applications on edge devices
• Familiarity with monitoring and logging tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, or Splunk

Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here .

Who We Are

As a Koch company and a leading manufacturer of bath tissue, paper towels, paper‑based packaging, cellulose, specialty fibers, building products and much more, Georgia‑Pacific works to meet evolving needs of customers worldwide with quality products. In addition to the products we make, we operate one of the largest recycling businesses. Our more than 30,000 employees in over 150 locations are empowered to innovate every day – to make everyday products even better.

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region.

Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E‑Verify.

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