AI Solutions Developer

AI Solutions Developer

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 Position Information 

Posting Number  | S06580P
Position Title  | AI Solutions Developer
Department  | OIT Publishing & Development
Location  | Arlington
Position Status  | Full-time
Work Schedule  | Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PMWith an understanding of the 24/7 nature of IT.
Salary  | Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience.
Pay Basis  | Monthly

Job Summary  | The AI Solutions Developer designs, develops, and deploys advanced natural language processing solutions using SDLC to enhance UTA’s digital services and academic operations. This role brings innovative AI capabilities to institutional workflows by leveraging expertise in Python, Azure AI Foundry, and machine learning to build scalable, user-centric AI applications. The developer collaborates with cross-functional teams to optimize AI-driven interactions for students, faculty, and staff.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities  | Designs AI-powered prototypes and solutions that improve university operations and learning environments. Builds and implements applications that utilize machine learning, natural language processing, and other AI technologies. Supports, maintains, and refines AI systems to ensure reliability, scalability, and effective performance across university use cases. Develops, trains, and fine-tunes machine learning models for a variety of university applications. Conducts experiments to evaluate model performance using appropriate metrics and validation techniques around model compression & efficiency, model fine-tuning, regularization and optimization metrics. Analyzes results and implement improvements to enhance model accuracy, efficiency, and overall effectiveness. Integrates AI components into existing systems. Optimizes system performance for reliability, scalability, and maintainability. Conducts through testing to validate functionality, performance, and overall user experience. Troubleshoots and resolves issues in both development and production environments. Develops solutions throughout the full software development life cycle on technical specifications. Applies industry best practices and appropriate toolsets when designing and implementing solutions. Assists in creating clear, comprehensive documentation for all developed solutions. Collaborates closely with cross-functional teams-including OIT, data custodians, developers, and product managers-to ensure AI projects align with organizational goals. Stays current with emerging AI technologies and incorporates relevant advancements into solutions. Ensures all AI solutions adhere to federal, state, and university policies and legal requirements regarding accessibility, privacy, and ethics standards. Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications  | Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Data Science, Software Engineering, a related field. Three (3) years of experience in Artificial Intelligence or Machine Learning development with a focus on Natural Language Processing and application development, or seven (7) years of an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications  | Master’s degree in computer science, Data Science, or related field. Five (5) years of experience in AI engineering and solutions development. Experience with cloud-based AI deployment (Azure, Amazon Web Services, Google Cloud Platform). Professional certifications in AI, NLP, machine learning, or cloud technologies. Experience with Azure AI Foundry and cloud integration.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities  | Advanced NLP techniques (text classification, entity recognition, sentiment analysis). Proficiency in Python and Natural Language Processing libraries (spaCy, NLTK, Hugging Face). Machine learning fundamentals and model evaluation. API integration and version control (Git). Prototyping, testing, and refining NLP-driven applications. Applying human-centered design principles to AI solutions. Strong interpersonal and communication skills for stakeholder engagement. Creating technical documentation and user guides. Analytical thinking and creative problem-solving. Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

Other Requirements  
Workplace and Eligibility Conditions  |
Benefits Eligible  | Yes
Benefits at UTA  | We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees at the University.
https://www.uta.edu/hr/employee-benefits

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CBC Requirement  | It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.
This position may have access to critical infrastructure as defined by Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code. If so, to be hired for and continue to be employed in this position you must maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure as set forth in Texas Executive Order GA-48. By assuming this position, and if you have access to critical infrastructure, you authorize the University to conduct routine background checks.

EEO Statement  | It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.

University Information  | The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA) is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. As a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution, UTA is dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. With an enrollment of more than 42,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution and nationally recognized for its commitment to student success and service. It ranks No. 5 in Military Times’ “Best for Vets: Colleges” and is the top university in North Texas for its graduates’ salaries (The Wall Street Journal). UTA is designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution and is No. 6 for undergraduate ethnic diversity in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). With a global alumni network of approximately 280,000 – including leaders at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas – UTA contributes an estimated $29 billion annually to the Texas economy.

UTA is expanding its regional footprint by building a regional campus, called UTA West, in Parker County on the far west side of Fort Worth. It is scheduled to open in fall 2028. This initiative aligns with the university’s strategic growth and commitment to serving the broader community. Furthermore, UTA has launched the RISE 100 initiative, aiming to recruit 100 new tenure-system faculty to strengthen its research enterprise and leadership in key academic areas. Learn more at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100.

This is an exciting time to join UTA and contribute to its bold vision for the future.
ADA Accommodations  | The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email ADADocs@uta.edu.

 Posting Detail Information 

Number of Vacancies  | 1
Open Until Filled  |
Minimum Number of References Required  | 3
Maximum Number of References Accepted  | 3
Special Instructions to Applicants  | Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.

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OFFICE OF TALENT, CULTURE AND ENGAGEMENT
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