What are the responsibilities and job description for the Principal Software Engineer - Generative AI Assistant position at Esri?
Job Details
Overview
We are seeking a Principal Software Engineer to join our team developing cutting-edge Generative AI solutions for ArcGIS Hub. In this role, you will help create intelligent assistants that enhance collaboration and data discovery across organizations.
This position offers an exciting opportunity to shape the future of AI-assisted collaboration in geospatial technology. Join our team and help build the next generation of intelligent tools for ArcGIS Hub.
Responsibilities
Requirements
Recommended Qualifications
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Total Rewards
Esri's competitive total rewards strategy includes industry-leading health and welfare benefits: medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance for employees (and their families), 401(k) and profit-sharing programs, minimum accrual of 80 hours of vacation leave, twelve paid holidays throughout the calendar year, and opportunities for personal and professional growth. Base salary is one component of our total rewards strategy. Compensation decisions and the base range for this role take into account many factors including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.
A reasonable estimate of the base salary range is
$145,600-$241,280 USD
The Company
At Esri, diversity is more than just a word on a map. When employees of different experiences, perspectives, backgrounds, and cultures come together, we are more innovative and ultimately a better place to work. We believe in having a diverse workforce that is unified under our mission of creating positive global change. We understand that diversity, equity, and inclusion is not a destination but an ongoing process. We are committed to the continuation of learning, growing, and changing our workplace so every employee can contribute to their life's best work. Our commitment to these principles extends to the global communities we serve by creating positive change with GIS technology. For more information on Esri's Racial Equity and Social Justice initiatives, please visit our website here.
If you don't meet all of the preferred qualifications for this position, we encourage you to still apply!
Esri is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.
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We are seeking a Principal Software Engineer to join our team developing cutting-edge Generative AI solutions for ArcGIS Hub. In this role, you will help create intelligent assistants that enhance collaboration and data discovery across organizations.
This position offers an exciting opportunity to shape the future of AI-assisted collaboration in geospatial technology. Join our team and help build the next generation of intelligent tools for ArcGIS Hub.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement AI-powered features using modern web technologies
- Develop robust and scalable backend services to support AI functionality
- Create intuitive user interfaces for AI interactions using web components
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams across Esri to integrate common AI capabilities
- Mentor junior developers and contribute to technical architecture decisions
Requirements
- 8 years of professional software development experience
- Experience with version control systems (Git) and CI/CD pipelines
- Expert knowledge of ArcGIS JavaScript SDK and web mapping applications
- Strong Python skills for web services and API development
- Proficient in developing and maintaining Web Components
- Experienced with modern JavaScript frameworks and TypeScript
- Understanding of RESTful APIs, microservices architecture, GIS concepts, and spatial data handling
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a collaborative environment
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
Recommended Qualifications
- Experience with large language models and generative AI technologies
- Previous work with search implementations and relevancy tuning
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform)
#LI-DV2
Total Rewards
Esri's competitive total rewards strategy includes industry-leading health and welfare benefits: medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance for employees (and their families), 401(k) and profit-sharing programs, minimum accrual of 80 hours of vacation leave, twelve paid holidays throughout the calendar year, and opportunities for personal and professional growth. Base salary is one component of our total rewards strategy. Compensation decisions and the base range for this role take into account many factors including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.
A reasonable estimate of the base salary range is
$145,600-$241,280 USD
The Company
At Esri, diversity is more than just a word on a map. When employees of different experiences, perspectives, backgrounds, and cultures come together, we are more innovative and ultimately a better place to work. We believe in having a diverse workforce that is unified under our mission of creating positive global change. We understand that diversity, equity, and inclusion is not a destination but an ongoing process. We are committed to the continuation of learning, growing, and changing our workplace so every employee can contribute to their life's best work. Our commitment to these principles extends to the global communities we serve by creating positive change with GIS technology. For more information on Esri's Racial Equity and Social Justice initiatives, please visit our website here.
If you don't meet all of the preferred qualifications for this position, we encourage you to still apply!
Esri is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.
Esri Privacy Esri takes our responsibility to protect your privacy seriously. We are committed to respecting your privacy by providing transparency in how we acquire and use your information, giving you control of your information and preferences, and holding ourselves to the highest national and international standards, including CCPA and GDPR compliance.
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Salary : $145,600 - $241,280
