Lead Software Engineer - Data and AI (Atlanta)

Publix

Alpharetta, GA

Full Time

Senior

16 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

Publix Super Markets, Inc. is the largest privately-owned food retailer in the nation with more than 1,200 stores and over 200,000 associates throughout the Southeast. The company is associate-owned, prides itself on a family atmosphere, and has been recognized as one of the best companies to work for in America. The Information Services (I/S) department provides the technology infrastructure for all business units, supporting retail stores, offices, and warehouses. The company offers a hybrid work position requiring 8 days per month on-site in Alpharetta, GA. Publix Technology, the technical group, employs over 2100 associates delivering modern solutions across multiple disciplines. The Data and AI team is seeking a Lead Software Engineer to design, build, and maintain scalable AI solutions and frameworks, leveraging cutting-edge generative AI technologies to create business impact.

Key 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.

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 such as 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.
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, LangChain, or Autogen.
Experience working in an Agile environment.
Experience building highly scalable systems and performance tuning them.

Nice to Have

Experience with using Azure AI Services such as Azure AI Foundry, Azure Open AI, Azure Document Intelligence.
Experience with implementing Gen AI applications using RAG or Function Calling.
Experience with AI Orchestration frameworks like Semantic Kernel, LangChain, or Autogen.

Benefits & Perks

Employee stock ownership plan that contributes Publix stock to associates each year at no cost.
Opportunity to purchase additional shares of privately-held stock.
401(k) retirement savings plan.
Group health, dental, and vision plans.
Paid Time Off.
Paid Parental Leave.
Short- and long-term disability insurance.
Tuition reimbursement.
Free hot lunches (buffet-style) at facilities with a cafeteria.