Senior Software Engineer–Windows AI Full-time

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Responsibilities (Text Only)

– AI Service Development: Design, develop, and deploy large-scale AI services that enhance the functionality and user experience of Windows devices.
– Model Fine-Tuning: Fine-tune AI models to improve accuracy, efficiency, and performance, ensuring they meet the high standards of our user base.
– A/B Testing: Conduct A/B testing to evaluate the effectiveness of AI models and services, providing insights and recommendations for improvements.
– Performance Optimization: Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks, ensuring AI services run smoothly and efficiently on various Windows devices.
– Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including data scientists, UX designers, and product managers, to integrate AI solutions seamlessly into Windows.
– Innovation: Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in AI and machine learning technologies, and apply these insights to drive innovation within the team.
– Code Quality: Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code, adhering to best practices and industry standards.
– Mentorship: Provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineers, fostering a collaborative and innovative development environment.

Qualifications (Text Only)

Required Qualifications
– Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 4+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python
– OR equivalent experience.

– Technical Skills:
– Proficient in React and JavaScript/TypeScript.
– Strong understanding of modern web technologies (HTML5, CSS3).
– Experience with front-end build tools and workflows (Webpack, Babel, npm/yarn).

– Design SKills:
– Solid design sensibilities with experience in creating visually appealing and user-friendly interfaces.
– Ability to work closely with designers to translate design concepts into functional applications

– Consumer Service Experience: Proven track record of developing consumer-facing applications, with a deep understanding of user behavior and needs.
– Problem-Solving: Solid analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to tackle complex technical challenges.
– Communication: Effective communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams.
Preferred Qualifications

– Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science
– OR related technical field AND 8+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript,
– OR Python
– OR Master’s Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 6+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python
– OR equivalent experience.

– 5+ years of experience in software development, with a solid track record of implementing and shipping high-quality services.
– Experience with natural language processing (NLP) and computer vision.
– Knowledge of reinforcement learning and deep learning techniques.

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