Lead Software Engineer - Data and AI (Atlanta)

About the Role

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.

Nice to Have

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

Qualifications

• Educational background in computer science or related analytical discipline, or equivalent experience.

Benefits & Perks

• Employee stock ownership plan that contributes Publix stock to associates each year at no cost.
• Opportunity to purchase additional shares of our 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.