Associate Software Engineer - Data and AI

Publix Super Markets • Lakeland, FL

21h • Hybrid

About The Position

Publix Super Markets, Inc., the largest employee-owned company in the U.S., is driven by a dynamic technology team of 2,300+ professionals delivering innovative solutions to 1,400+ stores and 200,000+ associates across 8 states. From IT security and platform engineering to architecture, software development, and infrastructure, we offer career opportunities at every level—internships through technical leadership. Join a company consistently ranked among Fortune’s “100 Best Companies to Work For” and help us build more than great subs—build the future of technology at Publix. Join our Data and AI team as an Associate Software AI Engineer! In this role, you'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, build, and maintain scalable AI solutions and frameworks. Your expertise will drive innovative solutions for complex challenges, leveraging cutting-edge generative AI technologies to create transformative business impacts. Location: Hybrid (Lakeland, FL) Work Model: Enjoy the best of both worlds—collaborate in person and innovate remotely. Why Join Us? Hybrid Flexibility: Work remotely when you need focus time and join us onsite for high-impact collaboration and brainstorming sessions. (Remove if fully remote) Operational Efficiency: Ensure technology solutions support efficient workflows and enable automation to improve operational effectiveness. Cutting-Edge AI Projects: Drive innovation in AI platforms, integrating advanced tools and frameworks to solve complex business challenges. (Remove if role is not involved in AI efforts) Empowered Culture: We value autonomy, creativity, and continuous learning—your ideas shape the future of technology in our organization. Your Impact Own the development and enhancement of AI platforms by integrating knowledge bases, tools, and innovative features to address evolving business needs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define requirements, align priorities, and deliver impactful and user-friendly AI solutions. Research and implement advancements in AI technologies to drive innovation, enhance functionality, and maintain a competitive edge. Prototype and test advanced AI solutions, including multi-agent systems, to solve complex business challenges effectively. Be responsible for defining and tracking KPIs and creating reports to demonstrate the value and impact of AI initiatives. Lead efforts to integrate external systems and tools into AI platforms while ensuring seamless compatibility and optimal user experience. Establish processes to gather user feedback and continuously improve AI tools and solutions based on input. Ensure all AI solutions adhere to data privacy, security, and ethical standards while maintaining high performance and reliability. Drive innovation by exploring emerging technologies and identifying opportunities for future-proof AI systems and processes. #LI-JB1

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or other analytical discipline or equivalent experience.
• Experience in software engineering.
• Experience with designing, developing, and supporting enterprise-level applications.
• Experience with .NET and C# development.
• Experience with TFS/Git code management, DevOps Integration, DevOps Pipelines, or other CI/CD tools
• 1+ years of software engineering experience.
• 1+ years of experience with .NET and C# development

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Front End Development using frameworks like React.js or Angular.js.
• Experience with Azure services like Azure Function Apps, Azure App Services, Azure Static Web App.

Responsibilities

• Own the development and enhancement of AI platforms by integrating knowledge bases, tools, and innovative features to address evolving business needs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define requirements, align priorities, and deliver impactful and user-friendly AI solutions.
• Research and implement advancements in AI technologies to drive innovation, enhance functionality, and maintain a competitive edge.
• Prototype and test advanced AI solutions, including multi-agent systems, to solve complex business challenges effectively.
• Be responsible for defining and tracking KPIs and creating reports to demonstrate the value and impact of AI initiatives.
• Lead efforts to integrate external systems and tools into AI platforms while ensuring seamless compatibility and optimal user experience.
• Establish processes to gather user feedback and continuously improve AI tools and solutions based on input.
• Ensure all AI solutions adhere to data privacy, security, and ethical standards while maintaining high performance and reliability.
• Drive innovation by exploring emerging technologies and identifying opportunities for future-proof AI systems and processes.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level