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Join the future of AI at the University of Michigan!

Information and Technology Services (ITS) is seeking curious, creative, and forward-thinking professionals to join us as an Emerging Technologies Engineer. If you're excited by the opportunity to work at the frontier of artificial intelligence in higher education, this is the role for you.
In this position, you'll help design, build, and support innovative AI services, ranging from GenAI-powered tools to OCR and document processing solutions that are secure, private, and impactful. You'll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to explore new applications of AI and help ensure the university remains a leader in responsible and effective AI use.
We value diverse perspectives and welcome candidates from all backgrounds who bring bold ideas and a passion for emerging technology. If you thrive in a fast-moving environment and want to shape the next wave of AI solutions at Michigan, we want to hear from you.

Apply today and help build what's next.
 

• Software Development: Collaborate on designing and building scalable, reliable systems that enable AI-driven capabilities. Develop and maintain back-end services with secure, efficient data pipelines, and contribute to intuitive, accessibility-compliant user interfaces. Work alongside senior engineers, adopting best practices and iterating quickly to meet project goals.

• AI Project Support: Contribute to the success of the team by coordinating work with other team members and actively supporting project management processes. Assist in maintaining sprint momentum by helping with planning, facilitating communication, and participating in retrospectives to ensure milestones are achieved.

• Strategic Contribution: Collaborate with senior staff on the department's technical and strategic planning. Support efforts to align strategies with university goals, particularly in the areas of secure, private, and accessible AI solutions.

• Ongoing Learning & Professional Development: Stay current with trends in web development, AI, security, privacy, and accessibility. Participate in training and industry events to ensure the Michigan AI Platform remains state-of-the-art.

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field: Or equivalent work experience in software development, with a focus on web technologies.
• Minimum 2 years of professional experience in web development: Proficiency in modern web technologies like HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and familiarity with front-end and back-end frameworks.
• Experience in web application development: Familiarity with web development tools and frameworks such as Django and Vue.js.
• Agile Development Practices: Proficiency in working within an Agile framework, contributing to sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives to ensure timely completion of tasks.
• Understanding of Security, Privacy, and Accessibility: Experience or knowledge in implementing secure and private web solutions that are accessible to a diverse user base.
• Effective Communication Skills: Ability to convey technical information clearly and effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Continual Learning Mindset: Commitment to ongoing professional development in web development, AI technologies, and industry best practices.
   

• Master's Degree in Computer Science or related field: Advanced degree with a focus on AI, machine learning, or web technologies is a plus but not required.
• Experience with Cloud Technologies: Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP, and exposure to DevOps practices, is highly desirable.
• Experience with Containers: Proficiency in working with containers and container orchestration tools such as Docker and Kubernetes.
• Experience with AI Frameworks: Exposure to GenAI, LangGraph, and similar AI frameworks for machine learning, with hands-on expertise in integrating AI technologies into web-based platforms or services, including using DRF for building robust APIs.
   

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT
Punctual, regular, and consistent attendance is required.  Ability to work on technical equipment installed at heights of 10 feet or higher.  Normal amount of being stationary, average mobility to move around an office environment, able to conduct normal amounts of work at a computer.  Requires travel to various locations on the UM campuses and moves through buildings including stairways with test equipment weighing up to 40 lbs. utilizing proper safety techniques.  May require working during non-business hours and on weekends.  Responsible for protecting data and information from unauthorized release or from loss, alteration, or unauthorized deletion; and, following applicable regulations and instructions regarding access to computerized files, release of data, etc. as stated in a computer access agreement which the incumbent signs. 

Benefits at the University of Michigan

In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:

• Generous time off
• A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting
• Many choices for comprehensive health insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability coverage
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Parental and Maternity Leave

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.