Software Architect, Artificial Intelligence - Learning Systems Engineering

Job Description

Summary : Our Mission is to equip students for success by developing and delivering highly effective digital learning through an intuitive online platform.

FLVS does not discriminate in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information or any other reason prohibited by law.

The Position :

Position General Summary :

The Software Architect, Artificial Intelligence defines business system architectures and the subsequent designing, building, modifying, upgrading, extending, and supporting of custom applications and third-party product integrations.

The Software Architect, Artificial Intelligence has a deep understanding of business goals, objective and business outcomes, business capabilities, value-streams, and business processes.

Essential Position Functions :

Ability to design and implement scalable AI solutions that integrate seamlessly with existing business and IT infrastructure and drive the organization’s vision

Leads cross-disciplinary teams in developing AI applications that meet strategic business objectives

Ensures AI solutions comply with ethical standards and industry regulations

Provides technical direction and leadership for internal software development efforts

Conducts regular code reviews to ensure that the application code is of high quality and meets code standards

Identifies and implements technology solutions to support Research & Development initiatives including data interchange systems, security frameworks, and business intelligence systems

Plans and architects’ integration layers between internal applications that manage school and student information and external partner systems, including Learning Management Systems (LMS), Student Information System (SIS), Curriculum Services / Courses, and Physical School based systems

Designs and develops new software products or major enhancements to existing software

Acts as high-level technical expert, addressing problems of systems integration, compatibility, and multiple platforms

Performs feasibility analysis on potential future projects for management

Works across internal development teams to deliver system performance and architecture improvements

Works with leadership to identify and evaluate new technologies

Exhibits excellent communication skills to earn trust, persuade, motivate, and mentor

Assists in the establishment and maintenance of vendor relationships

Works with leadership to document and present technology roadmaps and strategies

Works together with peers and functional groups to ensure a consistent approach and maximum value for development initiatives and business platforms

Produces architectural documentation as required by the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) using industry standards; maintain and evolve software architecture documents based on evolving system requirements and industry trends and technologies

Meet professional obligations through efficient work habits such as, meeting deadlines, honoring schedules, coordinating resources and meetings in an effective and timely manner, and demonstrating respect for others

All work responsibilities are subject to having performance goals and / or targets established

These essential functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other job related duties as required.)

Minimum Requirements :

Education / Licensure / Certification :

Bachelor’s Degree in Artificial Intelligence, Computer Science, or Information Systems; or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience

Industry certifications in software, systems, network, or project management disciplines, preferred

Experience :

Eight (8) years of software and systems architecture / development experience

Five (5) years of Artificial Intelligence development experience

Development Patterns, Methodologies and Tools

Code Repositories like Git / GitHub / TFS required

Story Management Applications like Azure DevOps preferred

Development Frameworks preferred

DevSecOps / DevOps

Agile Development

Service Oriented Architectures

High -traffic and -volume Distributed System Design required

Experience with Microservices or Service Bus Technologies preferred

Message Brokers like RabbitMQ, Kafka, or Azure Service Bus preferred

Data Storage and Persistence

SQL server / MySQL required

No-SQL like MongoDB or Redis required

Experience with Azure SQL, Azure Cosmos DB, or Azure Key Vault, preferred

Experience with Cloud Storage like Azure preferred

Container-based Architectures like Docker or Kubernetes, preferred

AI and Machine Learning with tools like Azure Cognitive Search, Azure Machine Learning, Azure Cognize Services or Azure Bot Services, preferred

Experience with analytics like Azure Data Lake Storage and Analytics, Azure Databricks or Azure Open Datasets, preferred

Experience in Business Intelligence, Big Data, or analytics, preferred

Experience in Education industry or with education data, preferred

Experience with git version control required

Service Oriented Architectures

High -traffic and -volume Distributed System Design required

Experience with Microservices or Service Bus Technologies preferred

Ability to design large scale, enterprise-wide systems, optimized for performance utilizing appropriate industry technologies and best practices required

Knowledge, abilities, and skills :

Ability to demonstrate a thorough understanding of the requirements to solve problems and actively participate in software development

Design, develop, and oversee the implementation of end-to-end AI solutions

Advanced knowledge of computer hardware and software

Advanced knowledge of technology solutions for the Internet, handheld devices, and personal computers

Advanced knowledge of computer networks

Hands-on experience in developing technology solutions

Honed skills for taking business requirements and designing powerful, yet succinct solutions for the business

Critically evaluate information from multiple sources, reconcile conflicts, decompose high-level information into details, and abstract low-level information to a more general understanding

Strong professional writing skills for effective communication

Demonstrable skills in the effective use of Microsoft Visio and Microsoft Word

Solution modeling to represent design information in graphical forms that augment textual representations in natural language

An in-depth understanding of contemporary design, management practices and the ability to apply them in a fast-paced business environment

Knowledge of how enterprise software products are positioned and developed

Ability to effectively communicate with co-workers, peers, and management through written and verbal communication

Ability to deal with varied and difficult personalities while maintaining an even temperament

Ability to train users

Ability to handle recurring problems in a tactful manner

Monitor Artificial Intelligence industry trends and maintain state-of-the-art industry knowledge

CORE COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESS :

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

• Clearly and effectively conveys and / or presents information verbally; summarizes what was heard to mitigate miscommunication;
• Shares ideas and perspectives and encourages others to do the same; Informs others involved in a project of new developments;
• Disseminates information to other employees, as appropriate; Effectively uses multiple channels to communicate important messages;
• Keeps supervisor well informed about progress and / or problems in a timely manner; Writes in a clear, concise, organized and convincing way for a variety of target audiences;

The written message is consistently error-free; The written message has the desired effect on the target audience

CUSTOMER FOCUS

• Prioritizes customers (internal and external) and their needs as primary and is dedicated to meeting their expectations; Develops and maintains customer relationships;
• builds credibility and trust; Quickly and effectively solves customer problems; Provides prompt, attentive service in a cheerful manner;
• adapts to changing information, conditions or challenges with a positive attitude; Incorporates customer feedback into delivery of service to provide the best experience possible for the customer;

Actively promotes our organization in the community by serving as an ambassador or volunteer

INTERPERSONAL SKILLS

• Relates well with others; Treats others with respect; Shares views in a tactful way; Demonstrates diplomacy by approaching others about sensitive issues in non-threatening ways;
• Considers and responds appropriately to the needs, feelings and capabilities of others; Fosters an environment conducive to open, transparent communication among all levels and positions;

Takes the initiative to get to know internal and external customers

FUNCTIONAL / TECHNICAL EXPERTISE

Has the skills, abilities, knowledge and experience to be successful in functional area of expertise; Dedicates time and energy to keeping abreast of the latest information related to area of expertise and technology;

Picks up on technology quickly; Does well in technical courses and seminars; Produces high quality work in organized and timely fashion

INDIVIDUAL CONTRIBUTOR COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESS :

PEER RELATIONSHIPS

• Finds common ground and solves problems for the good of all; Can represent his / her own interests and yet be fair to other groups;
• Solves problems with peers with minimal noise ; Is seen as a team player and is cooperative; Easily gains trust and support peers;

Encourages collaboration; Is candid with peers

CREATIVITY

Comes up with a lot of new and unique ideas; Easily makes connections among previously unrelated notions; Tends to be seen as original and value-added in brainstorming sessions;

Takes calculated risks; Is not afraid to try new things and potentially fail fast

SELF KNOWLEDGE

Seeks feedback; Gains insight from mistakes; Is open to constructive criticism; isn’t defensive; Proactively seeks to understand his / her strengths and areas for growth;

applies information to best serve organization; Recognizes how his / her behavior impacts others and incorporates insight into future interactions

PLANNING

Accurately scopes out length and difficulty of tasks and projects; Sets objectives and goals; Breaks down work into the process steps;

Develops schedules and task / people assignments; Anticipates and adjusts for problems and roadblocks; Measures performance against goals; Evaluates results

ORGANIZING

• Uses his / her time effectively and efficiently; Concentrates his / her efforts on the more important priorities; Can attend to a broader range of activities as a result of organizing time efficiently;
• Can marshal resources (people, funding, material, support) to get things done; Can orchestrate multiple activities at once to accomplish a goal;

Arranges information and files in a useful manner

PROBLEM SOLVING

Uses rigorous logic and methods to solve difficult problems with effective solutions; Probes all fruitful sources for answers;

Can see hidden problems; Is excellent at honest analysis; Looks beyond the obvious and doesn’t stop at the first answers

DRIVE FOR RESULTS

• Can be counted on to exceed goals successfully; Very bottom-line oriented; Steadfastly pushes self and others for results;
• Is full of energy for the things he / she sees as challenging; Not fearful of acting with a minimum of planning; Consistently seizes opportunities;

Consistently exceeds goals

Physical Requirements and Environmental Conditions :

Frequency of travel : Occasional travel is required for meetings, trainings, and conferences; location may vary and may require overnight stays

Light physical activities and efforts required working in an office environment

Reasonable accommodations will be made in accordance with existing ADA requirements for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability.)