Role Snapshot
Senior AI and Applications Developer at NC State University leading Mendix enterprise application development and spearheading AI technology integration across the university's software development lifecycle. This role bridges enterprise application development with strategic AI deployment initiatives.
Key Responsibilities: Design, build, and implement Mendix business solutions while conducting testing and quality assurance; evaluate emerging AI technologies and develop comprehensive AI strategy for campus-wide implementation. Provide technical guidance to development teams, represent OIT on IT committees, and serve as subject matter expert advising senior management on AI capabilities and risk management.
Skills & Tools: Expertise in Mendix low-code development platform, AI technologies and platforms, software development lifecycle (SDLC), and project management methodologies; strong troubleshooting, communication, and customer relationship management skills.
Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field with significant professional experience in enterprise application development and demonstrated expertise with Mendix or similar low-code platforms. Advanced knowledge of AI technologies and proven track record leading technical initiatives in enterprise environments required.
Compensation: $150K–$220K/yr (estimated)
Job Description
As a member of the EAS Development team, this position will serve as a Mendix Sr. Enterprise Developer, as well as leading AI development and deployment initiatives within EAS.
Mendix Development:
Mendix Development:
- Lead the design, build and/or implementation of practical, cost effective business solutions.
- Complete detailed analysis and solutions development, regression testing, performance testing and quality assurance testing of Mendix applications.
- Develop and maintain technical documentation.
- Assist customers with defining requirements, implementing solutions and testing.
AI Development and Deployment:
- Evaluate emerging AI technologies and platforms to identify viable solutions for EAS and the broader NC State community; author and formalize a comprehensive strategic plan for embedding AI across software development, deployment, and support life cycles.
- Represent EAS/OIT on collaborative campus IT committees and working groups, aligning AI initiatives and practices across university departments.
- Provide guidance to other team members, across all EAS teams on the proper implementation of AI tools, workflow and security guidelines.
Technical Solutions Development
- Interpret complex business processes and technological functions and provide input to management and customers on the appropriate resource and technology for automated solutions.
- Ensure that application development efforts align closely with business requirements, from design to delivery, and that applications are user friendly, scalable, secure, and can be efficiently maintained once deployed.
Planning and Organizing
- Maintain a strong knowledge of the SDLC at NC State University combined with outstanding organization and communication skills.
- Maintain an understanding of software development project management methodologies and tools (Microsoft Project, QuickBase, SmartSheet, etc) and a thorough understanding of project expectations and procedures.
Technical Support
- Act as a subject matter expert and direct advisor to senior OIT management regarding AI capabilities, risk management, and resource allocation.
- Apply knowledge and skills to troubleshoot complex problems and provide timely resolution.
Customer Service
- Promote positive customer relationships to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Establish a positive and proactive relationship by demonstrating ownership and knowledge of customer business processes and issues.
Technical Solutions Development
- Interpret complex business processes and technological functions and provide input to management and customers on the appropriate resource and technology for automated solutions.
- Ensure that application development efforts align closely with business requirements, from design to delivery, and that applications are user friendly, scalable, secure, and can be efficiently maintained once deployed.
Planning and Organizing
- Maintain a strong knowledge of the SDLC at NC State University combined with outstanding organization and communication skills.
- Maintain an understanding of software development project management methodologies and tools (Microsoft Project, QuickBase, SmartSheet, etc) and a thorough understanding of project expectations and procedures.
Technical Support
- Act as a subject matter expert and direct advisor to senior OIT management regarding AI capabilities, risk management, and resource allocation.
- Apply knowledge and skills to troubleshoot complex problems and provide timely resolution.
Customer Service
- Promote positive customer relationships to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Establish a positive and proactive relationship by demonstrating ownership and knowledge of customer business processes and issues.