Full Stack Software Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

About the Institute of Foundation Models

We are a dedicated research lab for building, understanding, using, and risk-managing foundation models. Our mandate is to advance research, nurture the next generation of AI builders, and drive transformative contributions to a knowledge-driven economy.

As part of our team, you’ll have the opportunity to work on the core of cutting-edge foundation model training, alongside world-class researchers, data scientists, and engineers, tackling the most fundamental and impactful challenges in AI development. You will participate in the development of groundbreaking AI solutions that have the potential to reshape entire industries. Strategic and innovative problem-solving skills will be instrumental in establishing MBZUAI as a global hub for high-performance computing in deep learning, driving impactful discoveries that inspire the next generation of AI pioneers.

The Role

We are looking for a Full Stack Developer to collaborate with Researchers and ML Engineers to produce AI applications and solutions based on next gen AI research. You’ll be part of a cross-functional team that’s responsible for the full software development life cycle, from conception to deployment.

As a Full Stack Developer, you should be comfortable around both front-end and back-end coding languages, development frameworks and third-party libraries. You should also be a team player with a knack for visual design and utility.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with development teams and product managers to implement innovative software solutions based on requirements from internal and external stakeholders.
• Able to develop entire architecture, responsive design, user interaction, and user experience.
• Design client-side and server-side architecture
• Able to develop entire architecture, responsive design, user interaction, and user experience.
• Test software to ensure responsiveness and efficiency
• Troubleshoot, debug and upgrade software
• Create security and data protection settings
• Write technical documentation
• Work with researchers, data scientists and analysts to improve software
• Keep track of new development-related tools, frameworks, methods, and architectures. 
• Contribute to research publications and represent MBZUAI at industry conferences and events, showcasing the institution’s cutting-edge HPC and deep learning capabilities and establishing MBZUAI as a global leader in AI research and innovation.
• Contribute to the development of intellectual property and thought leadership in the field of high-performance computing for deep learning
• Perform all other duties as reasonably directed by the line manager that are commensurate with these functional objectives.

Academic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Computer Science or relevant field required
• Master’s or Ph.D. in Computer Science or relevant field preferred

Professional Experience

• Proven experience as a Full Stack Developer or similar role
• Experience working with AI algorithms and the ability to develop systems accommodating AI related requirements
• Experience developing desktop and mobile applications
• Familiarity with common stacks
• Familiarity with AJAX, GitHub & Git
• Knowledge of multiple front-end languages and libraries (e.g. HTML/ CSS, JavaScript, XML, jQuery)
• Knowledge of multiple back-end languages (e.g. C#, Java, Python) and JavaScript frameworks (e.g. Angular, React, Node.js/NPM)
• Familiarity with databases (e.g. MySQL, MongoDB), web servers (e.g. Apache) and UI/UX design
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills to address complex technical challenges.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills to work with cross functional teams.

Salary Range

The posted salary range represents the company’s good faith estimate of the compensation for this position upon hire. The actual compensation offered may vary within this range depending on individual qualifications, including but not limited to relevant skills, experience, education, certifications, geographic location, and specific business needs.

Benefits Include

*Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits

*Bonus

*401K Plan

*Generous paid time off, sick leave and holidays

*Paid Parental Leave

*Employee Assistance Program

*Life insurance and disability

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.