Emerging Technology Developer

Description

We are looking for a skilled Emerging Technology Developer to join our team in Troy, Michigan. In this role, you will lead innovative projects focusing on prototype development and cutting-edge solutions for the manufacturing industry. This is a contract-to-permanent position, offering you the opportunity to transform business needs into impactful technical solutions while collaborating with executive and sales teams.

Responsibilities:
Lead the full software development lifecycle, including concept, design, development, testing, deployment, and maintenance.
Create production-ready prototypes and innovative web applications using React, Next.js, and other JavaScript frameworks.
Design and optimize database architectures, writing efficient queries and stored procedures.
Integrate AI capabilities, including large language models and emerging AI tools, into applications to address business challenges.
Experiment with Retrieval Augmented Generation, embeddings, and vector databases for AI-driven solutions.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and deliver scalable solutions within budget and timeline.
Analyze technical specifications and translate business requirements into functional applications.
Stay updated on advancements in AI and related technologies, applying them to improve existing systems.
Refactor legacy code to align with modern development standards and practices.
Document processes, share knowledge, and contribute to team expertise and innovation.

Requirements

Proficiency in JavaScript, React, Next.js, and Python for developing modern web applications and backend services.
Strong understanding of database design, SQL query optimization, and stored procedures.
Experience working programmatically with AI tools and large language models.
Familiarity with HTML5 for creating accessible and semantic web interfaces.
Ability to integrate AI/ML workflows and tools into practical applications.
Knowledge of modern frameworks such as Tailwind CSS is a plus.
Strong problem-solving skills and initiative to identify and resolve challenges independently.
Excellent communication and collaboration abilities to work effectively with diverse teams.

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