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A cover letter and resume are important submissions for the hiring team to get a sense of your experience. In the cover letter, in one page or less, please let us know how this role aligns with your career aspirations and skills. Submit both a cover letter and resume as one file.
Competitive salary available based on qualifications, experience and education of the selected candidate.
Job Summary
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!
Who We Are
Information and Technology Services (ITS) supports U-M faculty, researchers, staff, and students in their use of technology to teach, learn, research, and work, and be leaders in their fields. We are dedicated to creating cohesive digital experiences and promoting university wide innovations. ITS's mission is to be trusted enablers of technology for the U-M community. ITS works together to provide cohesive digital experiences and seamless support to the U-M community. For more information about ITS, visit: https://its.umich.edu/about
Responsibilities*
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.
Required Qualifications*
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
Additional Information
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:
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.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.
Job Detail
Job Opening ID
262342
Working Title
Senior Full Stack Developer
Job Title
Software Engineer Senior
Work Location
Ann Arbor Campus
Ann Arbor, MI
Modes of Work
Hybrid
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
FLSA Status
Exempt
Organizational Group
Its Us
Department
ITS SS Emerging Tech & AI Svcs
Posting Begin/End Date
4/14/2025 - 4/24/2025
Salary
$120,000.00 - $130,000.00
Career Interest
Information Technology
Apply Now
How to Apply
A cover letter and resume are important submissions for the hiring team to get a sense of your experience. In the cover letter, in one page or less, please let us know how this role aligns with your career aspirations and skills. Submit both a cover letter and resume as one file.
Competitive salary available based on qualifications, experience and education of the selected candidate.
Job Summary
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!
Who We Are
Information and Technology Services (ITS) supports U-M faculty, researchers, staff, and students in their use of technology to teach, learn, research, and work, and be leaders in their fields. We are dedicated to creating cohesive digital experiences and promoting university wide innovations. ITS's mission is to be trusted enablers of technology for the U-M community. ITS works together to provide cohesive digital experiences and seamless support to the U-M community. For more information about ITS, visit: https://its.umich.edu/about
Responsibilities*
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.
Required Qualifications*
- 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)
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
Additional Information
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.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.
Job Detail
Job Opening ID
262342
Working Title
Senior Full Stack Developer
Job Title
Software Engineer Senior
Work Location
Ann Arbor Campus
Ann Arbor, MI
Modes of Work
Hybrid
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
FLSA Status
Exempt
Organizational Group
Its Us
Department
ITS SS Emerging Tech & AI Svcs
Posting Begin/End Date
4/14/2025 - 4/24/2025
Salary
$120,000.00 - $130,000.00
Career Interest
Information Technology
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Salary : $120,000 - $130,000