Principal Software Engineer - Generative AI Assistant

Summary

Join Esri as a Principal Software Engineer to develop cutting-edge Generative AI solutions for ArcGIS Hub. You will create intelligent assistants that enhance collaboration and data discovery across organizations, shaping the future of AI-assisted collaboration in geospatial technology. This role involves designing and implementing AI-powered features using modern web technologies, developing robust backend services, creating intuitive user interfaces, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and mentoring junior developers. You will also contribute to technical architecture decisions.

Requirements

• 8+ years of professional software development experience
• Experience with version control systems (Git) and CI/CD pipelines
• Expert knowledge of ArcGIS JavaScript SDK and web mapping applications
• Strong Python skills for web services and API development
• Proficient in developing and maintaining Web Components
• Experienced with modern JavaScript frameworks and TypeScript
• Understanding of RESTful APIs, microservices architecture, GIS concepts, and spatial data handling
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a collaborative environment
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field

Responsibilities

• Design and implement AI-powered features using modern web technologies
• Develop robust and scalable backend services to support AI functionality
• Create intuitive user interfaces for AI interactions using web components
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across Esri to integrate common AI capabilities
• Mentor junior developers and contribute to technical architecture decisions

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with large language models and generative AI technologies
• Previous work with search implementations and relevancy tuning
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)

Benefits

• Industry-leading health and welfare benefits: medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance for employees (and their families)
• 401(k) and profit-sharing programs
• Minimum accrual of 80 hours of vacation leave
• Twelve paid holidays throughout the calendar year
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth