Full-Stack Software Engineer

About the role

The D. E. Shaw group seeks a full stack engineer to join our Generative AI (GAI) Services team. This team develops and supports platforms and applications that enable GAI capabilities across the firm, with a focus on building user-facing tools and robust APIs. The role offers the opportunity to collaborate with a range of technical and business groups, shaping impactful AI-driven solutions in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities - Design and implement web applications and interfaces that make GAI tools accessible and effective for users across the firm.

- Develop and maintain APIs and backend services that power GAI applications and integrate with internal systems.

- Collaborate with product managers, designers, and engineers to translate requirements into high-quality, user-centric solutions.

- Participate in the full software development lifecycle, from concept and architecture through deployment and ongoing improvement.

- Contribute to technical discussions, code reviews, and team initiatives to enhance engineering practices and product quality.

Who we are looking for - A bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field. - Proficiency in building web applications, including experience with modern UI frameworks and front-end technologies. - Experience designing and developing APIs and backend services in a production environment. - Interest in generative AI technologies and a collaborative, pragmatic approach to problem-solving. - Excellent communication, self-management, and organizational skills with a client-service mindset and the ability to build successful relationships within the department and across the firm. - The expected annual base salary for this position is $225,000 to $325,000. Our compensation and benefits package includes variable compensation in the form of a year-end bonus, guaranteed in the first year of hire, and benefits including medical and prescription drug coverage, 401(k) contribution matching, wellness reimbursement, family building benefits, and a charitable gift match program.

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