Lead Software Engineer - Data and AI

Publix; Lakeland (FL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player invites you to join their innovative Data and AI team as a Lead Software Engineer. In this exciting role, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and develop scalable AI solutions that leverage cutting-edge technologies. Your expertise will drive the integration of knowledge bases and tools to create transformative impacts across the organization. With a focus on innovation, you'll research and implement advancements in AI, ensuring all solutions adhere to data privacy and ethical standards. If you're passionate about shaping the future of AI and technology, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of software engineering experience required.
• Experience with enterprise-level applications and .NET/C# development.

Responsibilities

• Develop and enhance AI platforms to meet evolving business needs.
• Collaborate across teams to deliver user-friendly AI solutions.

Skills

.NET

C#

Front End Development

React.js

Angular.js

AI Technologies

Agile Methodologies

Performance Tuning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or equivalent experience

Tools

Azure

TFS/Git

DevOps Pipelines

AI Orchestration frameworks

Job description

Please note, this is a hybrid position requiring 8 days per month on-site in Lakeland, FL.

Welcome to Publix Technology, the award-winning technical group for Publix Super Markets, Inc., the largest employee-owned company in the nation. Our technology teams of 2100+ associates provide cutting-edge, modern solutions to nearly 1400 retail stores and 200,000+ internal team members across 8 states. We offer positions at all levels – summer internships, individual contributor roles, to technical leadership across a broad range of technical disciplines. So, whether you’re interested in IT security, platform engineering, architecture, software development, or infrastructure – we have a career path for you! Come see for yourself why Publix Super Markets, Inc. is a constant on Fortune Magazine’s Best Companies to Work list.

Join our Data and AI team as a Lead Software Engineer! In this role, you'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, build, and maintain scalable AI solutions and frameworks. Your expertise will drive innovative solutions for complex challenges, leveraging cutting-edge generative AI technologies to create transformative business impacts.

Job Responsibilities:

• Own the development and enhancement of AI platforms by integrating knowledge bases, tools, and innovative features to address evolving business needs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define requirements, align on priorities, and deliver impactful and user-friendly AI solutions.
• Research and implement advancements in AI technologies to drive innovation, enhance functionality, and maintain a competitive edge.
• Prototype and test advanced AI solutions, including multi-agent systems, to solve complex business challenges effectively.
• Be responsible for defining and tracking KPIs and creating reports to demonstrate the value and impact of AI initiatives.
• Lead efforts to integrate external systems and tools into AI platforms while ensuring seamless compatibility and optimal user experience.
• Establish processes to gather user feedback and continuously improve AI tools and solutions based on input.
• Ensure all AI solutions adhere to data privacy, security, and ethical standards while maintaining high performance and reliability.
• Drive innovation by exploring emerging technologies and identifying opportunities to future-proof AI systems and processes.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or other analytical discipline or equivalent experience.
• 7+ years of software engineering experience.
• 5+ years of experience with designing, developing, and supporting enterprise-level applications.
• 5+ years of experience with .NET and C# development.
• 3+ years of experience with Front End Development using frameworks like React.js or Angular.js.
• 3+ years of experience with Azure services like Azure Function Apps, Azure App Services, or Azure Static Web Apps.
• 3+ years of experience with TFS/Git code management, DevOps Integration, DevOps Pipelines, or other CI/CD tools.
• 10+ years of experience with .NET and C# development.
• 7+ years of experience with Front End Development using frameworks like React.js or Angular.js.
• Experience using Azure AI Services such as Azure AI Foundry, Azure Open AI, Azure Document Intelligence.
• Experience implementing Gen AI applications using RAG or Function Calling to connect LLMs to custom data sources.
• Experience using AI Orchestration frameworks such as Semantic Kernel or LangChain or Autogen.
• Experience working in an Agile environment.
• Experience building highly scalable systems and performance tuning them.