Senior AI Programmer Analyst

University of New England; Portland, Northern (ME, KY); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of New England is seeking a Senior AI Programmer Analyst to design, develop, deploy, and optimize AI/ML solutions that advance academic, administrative, and research missions. This role reports to the Director of Data, Intelligence, and Automation and collaborates across ITS, academic departments, and stakeholders to deliver scalable AI capabilities.

You will lead development of AI standards, ensure compliance with data governance and ethical AI principles, and mentor teams while

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, information technology, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of progressively responsible experience in enterprise systems administration, configuration, development, or support.
• Experience with at least one major enterprise student information and/or ERP platform.
• Experience developing and maintaining system integrations using APIs, ETL tools, middleware platforms, or file-based exchange methods.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as SQL, Python, Java, Groovy, or Apex.
• Knowledge of enterprise systems security administration, RBAC, and data governance principles.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate requirements into effective technical solutions.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, test, and deploy AI/ML models, pipelines, and applications
• Develop solutions using large language models (LLMs), generative AI, and retrieval-augmented generation (RAG)
• Write clean, maintainable code (primarily Python) following best practices
• Evaluate and implement AI tools, frameworks, and platforms (Azure OpenAI, Hugging Face, LangChain)
• Build and maintain data pipelines to support model training and deployment
• Integrate AI solutions with enterprise systems via APIs (ERP, SIS, CRM, LMS, etc.)
• Collaborate with ITS teams to ensure security, scalability, and high performance
• Support data quality efforts and monitoring for model performance
• Contribute to AI governance frameworks and documentation
• Mentor and lead knowledge-sharing to promote AI literacy across the organization

Skills

AI/ML development

Python programming

Data governance & privacy

Collaboration with stakeholders

Enterprise systems integration

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, information technology, or related field

Tools

Azure OpenAI

Hugging Face

LangChain

APIs

ETL tools

SQL

Python

Java

Groovy

Apex

Job description

The Senior AI Programmer Analyst is an individual contributor responsible for the design, development, deployment, and ongoing optimization of artificial intelligence and machine learning solutions that advance the university’s academic, administrative, and research missions. Reporting to the Director of Data, Intelligence, and Automation or designated ITS leadership, this role serves as a subject matter expert in applied AI and works in close collaboration with ITS teams, academic departments, and institutional stakeholders to deliver responsible, scalable, and impactful AI capabilities. The Senior AI Programmer Analyst applies deep technical expertise to solve complex problems, leads the development of AI standards and best practices, and ensures all solutions align with institutional policy, data governance requirements, and ethical AI principles.

About the University of New England

UNE is Maine’s largest private university, with two beautiful coastal campuses in Maine, a one-of-a-kind study-abroad campus in Tangier, Morocco, and an array of flexible online offerings. In an uncommonly welcoming and supportive community, we offer hands‑on learning, empowering students to positively impact a world full of challenges. We are the state’s top provider of health professionals and home to Maine’s only medical and dental colleges, a variety of other interprofessionally aligned health care programs, and nationally recognized programs in the marine sciences, the natural and social sciences, business, the humanities, and the arts.

Benefits Overview

UNE offers a generous comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The package includes varied health and dental plans; a retirement plan that includes up to an 8% match; extensive paid leave including holidays, vacation, sick and personal time; and educational benefits. Please visit the Human Resources Benefits site ( https://www.une.edu/hr/benefits ) for additional information regarding UNE’s fantastic benefits package.

Responsibilities

AI Development & Implementation

• Design, build, test, and deploy AI/ML models, pipelines, and applications
• Develop solutions using large language models (LLMs), generative AI, and retrieval-augmented generation ( RAG )
• Write clean, maintainable code (primarily in Python) following best practices
• Evaluate and implement AI tools, frameworks, and platforms (e.g., Azure OpenAI, Hugging Face, LangChain)
• Build and maintain data pipelines to support model training and deployment

Enterprise Integration & Collaboration

• Integrate AI solutions with enterprise systems ( ERP , SIS , CRM , LMS , etc.) using APIs and modern architectures
• Collaborate with technical teams to ensure solutions are secure, scalable, and high-performing
• Support data quality efforts and develop monitoring tools to track model performance

AI Governance & Responsible Use

• Apply responsible AI principles, including fairness, transparency, and data privacy
• Conduct model evaluations, bias assessments, and risk analyses
• Ensure compliance with institutional policies and regulations (e.g., FERPA , HIPAA )
• Contribute to AI governance frameworks and documentation

Technical Leadership & Engagement

• Serve as a technical resource and mentor for AI-related work
• Lead knowledge-sharing activities and promote AI literacy across the organization
• Partner with stakeholders to define use cases and translate technical concepts into clear solutions
• Participate in projects, working groups, and AI strategy initiatives
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, information technology, or a closely related field; or an equivalent combination of education and professional experience.

• Minimum of three to five years of progressively responsible experience in enterprise systems administration, configuration, development, or support in a complex multi-system environment.
• Demonstrated experience with at least one major enterprise student information and/or ERP platform (for example, Ellucian Banner, Oracle Student, Workday Student, or equivalent).
• Experience developing and maintaining system integrations using APIs, ETL tools, middleware platforms, or file-based exchange methods.
• Proficiency in one or more programming or scripting languages relevant to enterprise systems development (for example, SQL , PL/ SQL , Python, Java, Groovy, or Apex).
• Solid understanding of relational database concepts and the ability to write and optimize complex queries for reporting, integration, and troubleshooting purposes.
• Knowledge of enterprise systems security administration, role-based access control, and data governance principles.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate functional requirements into effective technical solutions. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts and system behavior to non-technical functional partners.
• Ability to work effectively across organizational boundaries with diverse stakeholders including administrative offices, academic departments, and external vendors.
• Commitment to data privacy, information security, and institutional policy compliance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with multiple enterprise platforms spanning student, ERP , SIS , HR, financial, and CRM functions in a higher education setting.
• Hands‑on experience with Salesforce or another enterprise CRM platform, including configuration, custom development, and integration.
• Familiarity with higher education‑specific data standards and reporting requirements (for example, IPEDS , NSC , Common App, state reporting).
• Experience with identity management and single sign‑on integration (for example, LDAP , SAML , Shibboleth, Microsoft Entra ID) as it relates to enterprise system access.
• Knowledge of cloud-hosted enterprise platform models (SaaS) and experience managing vendor-hosted system environments.
• Experience supporting or participating in major enterprise system implementations or upgrades.
• Relevant vendor or platform certifications (for example, Salesforce Administrator, Workday Pro, Ellucian certifications).
• Experience with agile or iterative delivery methods in an enterprise systems context.

EEO Statement Summary

Consistent with federal and state law and University policy, the University of New England is committed to the fundamental concept of equal opportunity for all of the members of the University community. The University prohibits, and will not tolerate, discrimination in employment, the provision of academic services or in any other area of University life based on race, color, sex, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, ethnicity, genetic information, HIV status, or status as a veteran. Prohibited bias factors should not motivate decisions regarding students, employees, applicants for admission, applicants for employment, contractors, volunteers or participants in and/or users of institutional programs, services, and activities.

Employees in clinical settings must meet the State of Maine’s immunization requirements for clinical activity.

Additional Note

This position is not eligible for H-1B visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extension.

Anticipated Pay Range

Anticipated Pay Range $95,000 - $102,000

Posting Number

Posting Number 2022PS0908P

Supplemental Questions

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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Names and contact information for three professional references

Optional Documents