Forward Deployed Software Engineer – Advanced Job Champaign area,Illinois USA,Software Development

Work on-site or closely with customer teams to remove technical blockers and guide adoption
Translate field challenges back to core product and research teams to improve foundational models
Design and test AI-driven software assignments in customer environments
Establish requirements for complex software design projects and define project scope and objectives
Architect and design highly complex AI-driven systems aligned with organizational goals and technical standards
Lead and participate in all phases of software development projects, including in-process and final inspections
Develop innovative programs, technologies, and solutions and document methodologies for broader team use
Provide technical leadership across multiple engineering disciplines and influence program direction and outcomes
Maintain and deploy AI-powered applications on Edge Devices and Android platforms
Create data pipelines to on-premises servers for AI processing
Exercise judgment within broadly defined policies and practices to deliver effective solutions
Network with internal and external stakeholders, including senior management and customers, to coordinate efforts and achieve project goals
Represent the organization as a technical expert and principal customer contact on critical projects

Requirements

Bachelors Degree or Advanced Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related engineering discipline
8+ years of relevant work experience with a Bachelors Degree
5+ years of relevant experience with an Advanced Degree
Knowledge or previous projects in training and fine tuning AI models is highly desired
Exposure to Nvidia CUDA toolkit
Experience with MLOps and deploying AI/ML models on-prem and in cloud environment (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure)
Experience integrating AI solutions with enterprise tools and APIs
Advanced proficiency in multiple programming languages and software architecture
Deep understanding of software design patterns, system level programming, performance optimization techniques, and adopting GenAI in the Software Development Lifecycle
Strong analytical and problem solving skills with experience tackling highly complex technical challenges
Familiarity with competitor products and industry trends
Exceptional communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders and collaborate across organizational boundaries
Experience developing innovative solutions and technologies to meet evolving business and customer needs
Travel is required

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in architecting and designing AI-driven systems, with a strong focus on software development lifecycle, MLOps, and integrating AI solutions. Proven ability to lead technical projects, influence stakeholders, and develop innovative solutions that align with organizational goals.

Highest-signal resume keywords

AI Model Training And Fine Tuning
MLOps Deployment
Nvidia CUDA Toolkit
Software Architecture
Advanced Programming Languages

Hard Skills

AI-Driven Software Design
Data Pipeline Creation
Performance Optimization Techniques
Software Design Patterns
System Level Programming

Soft Skills

Exceptional Communication Skills
Analytical And Problem Solving Skills
Stakeholder Influence
Collaboration Across Organizational Boundaries

Industry Keywords

Software Development Lifecycle
Technical Leadership
Innovative Solutions
Enterprise Tools Integration
Competitor Products Familiarity

Tools & Technologies

AWS
GCP
Azure
Edge Devices
Android Platforms

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