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Competitive salary available based on qualifications, experience and education of the selected candidate.

Lead the Future of AI at the University of Michigan!

Information and Technology Services (ITS) is searching for a Senior Full Stack Developer to take a leading role in shaping the future of AI at U-M. If you're passionate about innovation and eager to drive real impact in higher education, this is your opportunity!

As a key leader in the development of the UM GPT suite, our cutting-edge AI-as-a-service platform, you'll design, build, and support transformative AI initiatives that prioritize security, privacy, and accessibility. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams, mentor junior engineers, and help drive U-M's commitment to inclusive academic and operational excellence.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds who are ready to bring bold ideas, expertise, and leadership to our dynamic team. If you're ready to shape the future of Generative AI in higher education, apply today and make an impact!

Software Development: This includes ensuring that the web interfaces are user-friendly and meet accessibility guidelines, as well as that the back-end services are robust and scalable.

AI Service Enhancement & Optimization: Improve the performance and efficiency of AI-powered web services by refining model interactions, optimizing response times, and integrating structured AI workflows using LangGraph. Ensure seamless communication between AI components and back-end services. 

Mentorship: Provide mentorship to junior staff and interns, supporting their professional growth within the department. This includes sharing technical expertise, offering guidance on project work, and fostering an environment of continuous learning and development.

Strategic Planning: Contribute to the department's technical and strategic planning. Work with senior staff and management to align departmental strategies with university goals, with a particular focus on secure, private, and accessible AI solutions.

Ongoing Learning & Professional Development: Stay updated with the latest trends in web development, AI, security, privacy, and accessibility. Allocate time for training and attending industry events to ensure that the UM GPT suite remains state-of-the-art.

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field: Or equivalent work experience in software development with a focus on web technologies.
• Minimum 6 years of professional experience in full-stack api-driven application development, including familiarity with front-end and back-end technologies
• Demonstrated experience in front-end web application development using Vue.js, React, TypeScript; demonstrated experience in back-end application development using Python, Django, Fast API, PostgreSQL
• Strong Project Management Skills: Proven ability to manage projects from conception to completion, including resource allocation and timeline management.
• Understanding of Security, Privacy, and Accessibility: Demonstrated experience or certification in implementing secure and private web solutions that are accessible to a diverse user base.
• Effective Communication Skills: Ability to communicate technical information clearly and effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Continual Learning Mindset: Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development in web development, AI technologies, and industry best practices.

• Master's Degree in Computer Science or related field: Advanced degree with a focus on AI, machine learning, or web technologies is a strong plus.
• Demonstrated expertise in cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, GCP), DevOps practices, and Agile methodologies.
• Experience with containers and container orchestration tools
• Strong experience with GenAI or similar AI frameworks for generalized machine learning, especially in the context of integrating these technologies into web-based platforms or services.
• Experience building mobile applications for iOS and/or Android using React Native or  platform tools (i.e. Swift and Kotlin)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

Punctual, regular, and consistent attendance is required.  Ability to work on technical equipment installed at heights of 10 feet or higher.  Normal amount of being stationary, average mobility to move around an office environment, able to conduct normal amounts of work at a computer.  Requires travel to various locations on the UM campuses and moves through buildings including stairways with test equipment weighing up to 40 lbs. utilizing proper safety techniques.  May require working during non-business hours and on weekends.  Responsible for protecting data and information from unauthorized release or from loss, alteration, or unauthorized deletion; and, following applicable regulations and instructions regarding access to computerized files, release of data, etc. as stated in a computer access agreement which the incumbent signs.  

Benefits at the University of Michigan

In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:

• Generous time off
• A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting
• Many choices for comprehensive health insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability coverage
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Parental and Maternity Leave

Job openings are posted for at least seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.

About University of Michigan - Ann Arbor

A great university is made so by its faculty and staff, and Michigan is recognized as one of the best universities to work for in the country. The Michigan culture is known for engaging faculty and staff in all facets of the university to create a workplace that is vibrant and stimulating.For two consecutive years, the Chronicle of Higher Education has placed U-M in its "Great Colleges to Work For" survey. In particular, the university earns high marks for strong relations between faculty and administrators, a collaborative system of governance, strong pay and benefits, and a healthy work/life balance.

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