Lead Software Developer: Generative AI at The D. E. Shaw Group

Salary

$275,000 - $275,000

Job Description

Job Overview

At the D. E. Shaw group, technology is integral to virtually everything we do. We’re seeking exceptional software developers with expertise in generative AI (GAI) to join our team. As a lead software developer in GAI, you’ll lead innovative projects and teams, leveraging your extensive experience and leadership skills to advance our GAI initiatives. By making GAI more accessible for both technical and non-technical users across the firm, you’ll drive substantial business impact.

Technical Requirements

Required Skills

• software development
• generative AI
• leadership skills

Preferred Skills

• AI-related projects
• collaboration management

Experience Level

6+ years of overall experience

Responsibilities

• Leading the development and maintenance of shared GAI infrastructure and applications
• Building sophisticated retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) pipelines over large document sets
• Managing collaboration with internal groups and end users
• Leading experimentation with new AI-driven tools and applications
• Driving greenfield projects in the GAI landscape

Technical Environment

Languages

Python

Frameworks

Django

Tools & Technologies

AI tools GAI infrastructure

Benefits & Perks

• substantial variable compensation in the form of a year-end bonus
• medical and prescription drug coverage
• 401(k) contribution matching
• wellness reimbursement
• family building benefits
• charitable gift match program

Additional Information

Location: New York
Type: Full-Time
Compensation: $275,000 to $350,000 annual base salary

About The D. E. Shaw Group

The D. E. Shaw group is a global investment and technology development firm founded in 1988 with offices in North America, Europe, and Asia. The firm has earned an international reputation for successful investing based on innovation, careful risk management, and the quality and depth of its staff.

Website

https://deshaw.com