AI Systems Developer

Classification Title:

Application Developer Analyst II

Classification Minimum Requirements:

Associate's degree and two years of relevant experience; or a high school diploma or equivalent and four years of relevant experience. Appropriate college coursework or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.

Job Description:

The AI Systems Developer is a senior, multidisciplinary technology role responsible for the end-to-end ownership of enterprise-grade software solutions, from concept through production and long-term maintenance. This position blends the responsibilities of product manager, application architect, full-stack engineer, AI agent operator, DevOps engineer, security lead, quality assurance engineer, and release manager.

The AI Systems Developer interprets loosely defined business ideas or stakeholder needs and transforms them into scalable, secure, and maintainable software systems. Leveraging modern vibe coding platforms (e.g., Replit) and AI coding agents, the role emphasizes rapid ideation balanced with enterprise-level design discipline. The incumbent determines Minimum Viable Product (MVP) scope versus enterprise-ready functionality, defines user personas and workflows, and makes informed tradeoffs among speed, cost, quality, scalability, and sustainability.

As system architect and developer, the AI Systems Developer selects appropriate architectures, technology stacks, data models, and integration patterns while ensuring long-term resilience, maintainability, and compliance with university and industry standards. The role requires deep accountability for security, performance, documentation, deployment, and stakeholder communication, with a strong emphasis on responsible and effective use of AI-assisted development.

Product Interpretation & System Design

• Translate high-level business concepts and stakeholder goals into clear technical requirements.
• Define MVP scope versus enterprise-level requirements.
• Identify user personas, workflows, and success criteria.
• Evaluate and balance tradeoffs between speed, cost, risk, scalability, and quality.

Application Architecture & Technical Leadership

• Design scalable, resilient, and maintainable system architectures.
• Select appropriate technology stacks, frameworks, databases, and APIs.
• Establish architectural standards and ensure consistency across AI- and human-generated code.
• Anticipate long-term operational, performance, and maintenance needs.

Full-Stack Software Development

• Implement frontend and backend features using modern development practices.
• Integrate databases, APIs, authentication services, and third-party platforms.
• Maintain clean, readable, testable, and maintainable codebases.
• Collaborate within shared development environments such as Replit.

AI Agent Orchestration & Automation

• Decompose work into AI-friendly tasks and workflows.
• Craft effective prompts and evaluate AI-generated code and artifacts.
• Correct, refactor, or override AI output to ensure correctness, security, and quality.
• Determine appropriate boundaries between automation and human judgment.

Security, Compliance & Quality Assurance

• Implement authentication, authorization, and role-based access controls.
• Secure APIs, data storage, and integrations using best practices.
• Apply encryption, validation, and secure coding standards.
• Conduct and maintain unit, integration, and end-to-end testing.
• Support applicable compliance requirements as needed.

Development Operations, Deployment & Environment Management

• Configure development, testing, and production environments.
• Design and maintain build, deployment, and release pipelines.
• Manage secrets, environment variables, and configuration securely.
• Ensure applications can be reliably deployed, monitored, and scaled.

Documentation, Communication & Release Management

• Produce and maintain technical and user documentation.
• Manage releases, versioning, and technical debt.
• Serve as liaison between Replit builders and the BPM team to ensure alignment of technical solutions with business processes.
• Clearly communicate progress, risks, and tradeoffs to stakeholders.
• Support long-term sustainability and knowledge transfer.

This position''''s normal working hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Occasional off-site travel may be required. To foster collaboration, strengthen partnerships, and support meaningful engagement with colleagues across Advancement, this role is based on-site in Gainesville, Florida.

University of Florida

At the University of Florida, we are feeding communities, healing coastlines, exploring space, curing diseases, powering cities, building industries, and imagining wonders. As the state's most comprehensive university, UF is a land, sea, and space grant institution with ties to every Florida county, a top academic medical center, and much more. The ideas born here gather steam and make tangible impacts. Florida is among the nation's leaders in technology transfer, turning discoveries into companies, products, and jobs. Come join us-let's see where we can go together.

Gainesville, Florida

Gainesville, Florida is a vibrant, welcoming city known for its natural beauty, rich culture, and strong sense of community. As home to the University of Florida and UF Health, it is a hub for education, healthcare, and innovation. With award-winning parks, a thriving arts scene, and a variety of dining and entertainment options, Gainesville offers something for everyone.

Ranked the #1 city to move to in Florida by USA Today in 2024, Gainesville combines small-town charm with big-city amenities-making it a great place to live, work, and thrive. Visit the city's website for community information.

Expected Salary:

$90,000 - 95,000 annually, commensurate with education and experience. The University of Florida offers a competitive benefits package including:

• Affordable State Health Plans: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Comprehensive Coverage: Life and Disability Insurance
• Secure Retirement Options: Generous plans to safeguard your future.
• Paid Time Off: Including 11 paid holidays, as well as family, sick, and vacation leave.
• Professional and Personal Growth: Opportunities through UF Training & Organization Development, leadership development, LinkedIn learning, and more
• PSLF Eligibility: We are a Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligible Employer

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Required Qualifications:

Associate's degree and two years of relevant experience; or a high school diploma or equivalent and four years of relevant experience. Appropriate college coursework or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.

Preferred:

The ideal candidate will possess:

• A bachelor's degree in Business Analytics, Data Management, Statistics, Data Science, or related field.
• Advanced skills in automation, integrations, or scripting tools (e.g., Replit, API integrations, low‑code platforms).
• Ability to translate organizational goals and stakeholder needs into practical, scalable solutions that support advancement operations.
• Experience thinking strategically about systems, processes, and workflows, with an understanding of how to balance immediate needs with long-term sustainability.
• Familiarity with modern digital tools, platforms, or systems used to support business operations, data management, or customer/constituent engagement.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze processes, identify inefficiencies, and recommend improvements that enhance effectiveness, quality, and user experience.
• Comfort working in collaborative, cross-functional environments and partnering with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to evaluate tradeoffs involving timelines, resources, risk, and outcomes.
• Working knowledge of data privacy, security, and compliance considerations relevant to organizational operations.
• Experience supporting or contributing to system implementation, integration, or ongoing optimization efforts.
• Ability to document processes, communicate clearly, and support knowledge sharing across teams.
• Strong organizational and project coordination skills, including managing priorities, tracking progress, and supporting successful execution of initiatives.
• Adaptability and openness to emerging technologies, including automation and AI-enabled tools, to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and contributing to sustainable, scalable operational practices.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

In order to be considered for this position, please upload a cover letter, resume, and a list of three professional references with completed application form. All requested materials must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This will be an onsite position at our Gainesville, FL campus.

Health Assessment Required: No