The University of Oregon's Information Services division is seeking an experienced AI focused Application Developer to lead the integration and implementation of AI-powered solutions across campus using existing AI models and services.
Requirements
- Experience with AI services and APIs
- Software development skills, particularly in languages commonly used for AI integration (e.g., Python, JavaScript)
- Familiarity with building contexts and deploying large language models and their applications
- Ability to develop end-to-end applications that incorporate AI capabilities
- Experience with AI cloud services, particularly in AI/ML (e.g., Amazon Bedrock, SageMaker, Azure platforms)
- Experience with containerization and microservices architectures
- Knowledge of prompt engineering, building model context, and effective use of LLMs
Responsibilities
- Lead the integration and implementation of AI-powered solutions across campus using existing AI models and services
- Provide technical leadership on the development of AI Solutions; new and improved campus AI IT services; innovative approaches to solving research, curricular, and instructional needs; and efficiencies to streamline operations and create capacity for higher value work
- Develop the technical vision, design scalable and secure solutions, lead prototypes and pilots, and support the transition to operations
- Participate in strategic planning including goals and objectives for the CX/AI Team that support the University’s goals for student success, administrative process improvement, and research and teaching
- Develop, implement, and assess performance of short and long-term goals, objectives, and roadmaps, ensuring alignment with university and IS strategic needs, initiatives, and plans
- Collaborate with major constituencies including researchers, faculty, staff, senior management, academic and non-academic administrators, managers, supervisors, and community members
- Foster and maintain relationships nationally across higher ed to facilitate collaboration, knowledge sharing, and innovation
Other
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or equivalent years of education and experience
- Ability to work effectively with researchers, faculty, staff, and students from a variety of diverse backgrounds
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to explain technical concepts to audiences with a wide range of technical skills
- Strong customer service orientation with attention to detail
- Ability to create and maintain technical documentation
- Ability to prioritize and communicate effectively while meeting deadlines and completing projects
