• Lead Software Engineer - Data and AI

    Publix (Lakeland, FL)


    32742BR

    Position Title:

    Lead Software Engineer - Data and AI

    Department:

    Publix Technology

    Location:

    Lakeland, FL

    Description:

    _Please note, this is a hybrid position requiring 8 days per month on-site in Lakeland, FL._

     

    Welcome to Publix Technology, the award-winning technical group for Publix Super Markets, Inc., the largest employee-owned company in the nation. Our technology teams of 2100+ associates provide cutting-edge, modern solutions to nearly 1400 retail stores and 200,000+ internal team members across 8 states. We offer positions at all levels – summer internships, individual contributor roles, to technical leadership across a broad range of technical disciplines. So, whether you’re interested in IT security, platform engineering, architecture, software development, or infrastructure – we have a career path for you! Come see for yourself why Publix Super Markets, Inc. is a constant on Fortune Magazine’s Best Companies to Work list.

     

    Join our Data and AI team as a Lead Software Engineer! In this role, you'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, build, and maintain scalable AI solutions and frameworks. Your expertise will drive innovative solutions for complex challenges, leveraging cutting-edge generative AI technologies to create transformative business impacts.

    Job Responsibilities:

    + Own the development and enhancement of AI platforms by integrating knowledge bases, tools, and innovative features to address evolving business needs.

    + Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define requirements, align on priorities, and deliver impactful and user-friendly AI solutions.

    + Research and implement advancements in AI technologies to drive innovation, enhance functionality, and maintain a competitive edge.

    + Prototype and test advanced AI solutions, including multi-agent systems, to solve complex business challenges effectively.

    + Be responsible for defining and tracking KPIs and creating reports to demonstrate the value and impact of AI initiatives.

    + Lead efforts to integrate external systems and tools into AI platforms while ensuring seamless compatibility and optimal user experience.

    + Establish processes to gather user feedback and continuously improve AI tools and solutions based on input.

    + Ensure all AI solutions adhere to data privacy, security, and ethical standards while maintaining high performance and reliability.

    + Drive innovation by exploring emerging technologies and identifying opportunities to future-proof AI systems and processes.

    Req ID:

    32742BR

    Facility:

    Lak Information Systems/DTO2 B015

    State:

    Florida

    Frequency of Pay:

    Monthly

    Travel Frequency:

    0%

    Address:

    331 S. Florida Ave

    Potential Annual Pay with Bonus:

    \#N/A

    City:

    Lakeland

    Required Qualifications:

    + Bachelor’s degree in computer science or other analytical discipline or equivalent experience.

    + 7+ years of software engineering experience.

    + 5+ years of experience with designing, developing, and supporting enterprise-level applications.

    + 5+ years of experience with .NET and C# development.

    + 3+ years of experience with Front End Development using frameworks like React.js or Angular.js.

    + 3+ years of experience with Azure services like Azure Function Apps, Azure App Services, or Azure Static Web Apps.

    + 3+ years of experience with TFS/Git code management, DevOps Integration, DevOps Pipelines, or other CI/CD tools.

    Preferred Qualifications:

    + 10+ years of experience with .NET and C# development

    + 7+ years of experience with Front End Development using frameworks like React.js or Angular.js.

    + Experience using Azure AI Services such as Azure AI Foundry, Azure Open AI, Azure Document Intelligence.

    + Experience implementing Gen AI applications using RAG or Function Calling to connect LLMs to custom data sources.

    + Experience using AI Orchestration frameworks such as Semantic Kernel or LangChain or Autogen.

    + Experience working in an Agile environment.

    + Experience building highly scalable systems and performance tuning them.

    Zip Code:

    33801

    Benefits Information:

    + Employee stock ownership plan that contributes Publix stock to associates each year at no cost

    + An opportunity to purchase additional shares of our privately-held stock

    + 401(k) retirement savings plan

    + Group health, dental and vision plans

    + Paid Time Off

    + Paid Parental Leave

    + Short- and long-term disability insurance

    + Tuition reimbursement

    + Free hot lunches (buffet-style) at facilities with a cafeteria

    + Visit our website to see all of our benefits: Benefits - Jobs (publix.com) (https://jobs.publix.com/benefits/)