Software Engineer I, AI at BDO in Remote

SOFTWARE ENGINEER I, AI Location: United States Job Summary: The Software Engineer I, AI designs, develops, and maintains AI-enabled applications with an emphasis on integrating large language models into business workflows. This role partners with business and technology stakeholders to understand requirements, implement well-tested solutions, and support deployed AI services in production. Responsibilities include contributing to codebases, documentation, and operational support processes while following secure engineering practices and established development standards. The position supports experimentation and evaluation of AI tools and frameworks under guidance from senior engineers and helps improve user experiences through automation and AI-assisted capabilities aligned with firm objectives. Job Duties: • Develops AI-driven applications and integration points • Researches and evaluates AI technologies for potential implementation • Designs and maintains documentation for AI systems and processes • Collaborates with business units to clarify AI solution requirements • Coordinates technical efforts related to AI systems issues and optimizations • Builds and maintains a variety of internally developed and third-party integrated systems documentation  • Implement AI features, including large language model integrations, prompts, and retrieval workflows under guidance • Proactively monitors and supports existing applications and automations • Integrates AI functionalities into existing systems to enhance user experience for defined use cases and scoped deliverables • Supports AI Engineering & IT professionals on responsibilities and provides guidance regarding effective resolution of issues with oversight from team leads • Escalates critical issues to management and implements strategies for timely resolution based on runbooks and established escalation paths • Coordinates and organizes efforts and follow-up from items stemming out of team meetings for assigned action items • Provides Level IV support on specific applications as needed • Participates in code reviews as a reviewer and author; remediates findings to ensure quality and security in AI applications • Monitors and supports existing AI applications and automations by reviewing alerts/dashboards and performing routine checks • Other duties as required Supervisory Responsibilities: • N/A Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: • High School diploma or GED, required • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Information Systems, preferred Experience: • One (1) or more years of experience in software engineering, required • Experience with artificial intelligence / machine learning, required • Experience integrating large language models into IT systems, preferred • Experience with databases/SQL, preferred • Experience troubleshooting application issues using logs, monitoring tools, and debugging techniques, preferred • Experience with Microsoft development stack (.Net, C#, Azure) preferred License/Certifications: • Microsoft developer certifications, preferred • AI or machine learning certifications (Microsoft AI-900, AI-102) certifications, preferred Software: • Experience with the following products, preferred: • Microsoft Visual Studio / VS Code • Microsoft Azure DevOps or GitHub • Microsoft SQL Server and/or Azure SQL • Microsoft Entity Framework Language: • N/A Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: • Strong verbal and written communication skills • Excellent interpersonal and customer relationship skills • Capacity to work in a deadline-driven environment while handling multiple complex projects/tasks simultaneously with a focus on details • Capable of successfully multi-tasking while working independently or within a group environment • Ability to rely on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals • Capable of working well under pressure while dealing with unexpected problems in a professional manner • Capacity to communicate and interact with all levels of employees and management • Ability to interact and build relationships and consensus among people • Advanced knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures within the software development industry • Strong information technology architecture and design skills • Capacity to consistently produce clean code and adhere to appropriate documentation standards     Individual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after consideration of numerous factors including but not limited to the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and geography. National Range: $85,000 - $100,000 Maryland Range: $85,000 - $100,000 NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $85,000 - $100,000 Join us at BDO, where you will find more than a career, you’ll find a place where your work is impactful, and you are valued for your individuality. We offer flexibility and opportunities for advancement. Our culture is centered around making meaningful connections, approaching interactions with curiosity, and being true to yourself, all while making a positive difference in the world.  At BDO, our purpose of helping people thrive every day is at the heart of everything we do. Together, we are focused on delivering exceptional and sustainable outcomes and value for our people, our clients, and our communities. BDO is proud to be an ESOP company, reflecting a culture that puts people first, by sharing financially in our growth in value with our U.S. team.  BDO professionals provide assurance, tax and advisory services for a diverse range of clients across the U.S. and in over 160 countries through our global organization. BDO is the first large accounting and advisory organization to implement an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). A qualified retirement plan, the ESOP offers participants a stake in the firm’s success through beneficial ownership and a unique opportunity to enhance their financial well-being. The ESOP stands as a compelling addition to our comprehensive compensation and Total Rewards benefits* offerings. The annual allocation to the ESOP is fully funded by BDO through investments in company stock and grants employees the chance to grow their wealth over time as their shares vest and grow in value with the firm’s success, with no employee contributions.  We are committed to delivering exceptional experiences to middle market leaders by sharing insight-driven perspectives, helping companies take business as usual to better than usual. With industry knowledge and experience, a breadth and depth of resources, and unwavering commitment to quality, we pride ourselves on: • Welcoming diverse perspectives and understanding the experience of our professionals and clients • Empowering team members to explore their full potential • Our talented team who brings varying skills, knowledge and experience to proactively help our clients navigate an expanding array of complex challenges and opportunities • Celebrating ingenuity and innovation to transform our business and help our clients transform theirs • Focus on resilience and sustainability to positively impact our people, clients, and communities • BDO Total Rewards that encompass so much more than traditional “benefits.”  Click here to find out more! *Benefits may be subject to eligibility requirements. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets Click here to find out more!