About the role:
As a Laureate Software Engineer in AI, you will help drive enterprise AI initiatives that fundamentally transform how our customers interact with our software. You’ll shape the future of AI at Blackbaud, serve as a mentor across engineering teams, and lead breakthrough innovations that push the limits of what’s possible.
What you’ll be doing:
Assist in driving the long-term architectural strategy for AI and LLM adoption
Design and build foundational components for Blackbaud’s Generative AI platform
Help define and enforce engineering best practices across AI initiatives
Evaluate prompt frameworks and LLM usage across teams and recommend improvements
Partner with senior stakeholders to align AI investments with business priorities
Guide design and implementation across teams while promoting high code quality
Mentor Principal and Senior Engineers and foster a culture of innovation
Research and champion emerging AI trends and technologies for enterprise use
What we'll want you to have:
10+ years of software engineering experience with deep expertise in AI
Recognized thought leader in AI/ML architecture, particularly Generative AI
Extensive experience designing, deploying, and optimizing LLM-based systems
Deep understanding of .NET Core, C#, and modern web technologies
Proficiency in Angular, JavaScript/TypeScript, CSS, and HTML
Strong background in data architecture, AI model governance, and MLOps
Experience working with Azure AI services and monitoring tools
Ability to lead across organizational boundaries and influence strategic decisions
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
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Blackbaud is a remote-first company which embraces a flexible remote work culture. Blackbaud supports hiring and career development for all roles from the location you are in today!
Blackbaud is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.
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The starting base pay is $176,800.00 to $224,900.00. Blackbaud may pay more or less based on employee qualifications, market value, Company finances, and other operational considerations.Benefits Include:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Remote-first workforce
401(k) program with employer match
Flexible paid time off
Generous Parental Leave
Volunteer for vacation
Opportunities to connect to build community and belonging
Pet insurance, legal and identity protection
Tuition reimbursement program
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