Sr AI Developer

About the Role

 We are seeking an Sr. AI Developer who approaches every challenge with an AI-first mindset. As a senior-level member of our IT AI team, you will drive enterprise application modernization by designing, building, and operationalizing AI-powered solutions that replace legacy systems, reduce SaaS costs, and accelerate our digital transformation. This role blends hands-on development, technical architecture, strategic consulting, and executive stakeholder engagement to deliver transformative business outcomes.

Strategic AI Solutioning

• Design and implement generative AI features using LLMs (GPT-4+, Claude, Gemini, etc.)

• Build intelligent automation, predictive analytics, and conversational interfaces into business applications

• Orchestrate multi-step agentic workflows with function calling and retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) pipelines

• Architect AI infrastructure including vector databases, embeddings, knowledge graphs, and semantic search

• Champion AI-assisted development practices using AI code assistants, prompt engineering, and agentic workflows to accelerate delivery

Technical Leadership & Architecture

• Build custom applications using JavaScript/TypeScript, React, Next.js, Node.js, and modern web frameworks to replace and consolidate SaaS tools

• Architect scalable, secure, maintainable solutions with enterprise-grade integrations (Salesforce, NetSuite, Atlassian)

• Design cloud-native solutions (AWS, GCP, or Azure) leveraging serverless, containerization, CI/CD pipelines, and enterprise security protocols

• Develop and maintain data integrations that unify workflows and eliminate manual processes

• Create comprehensive technical documentation for maintainability, knowledge transfer, and team enablement

Business Partnership & Strategy

• Lead requirements discovery and collaborate with business stakeholders to map, optimize, and reimagine processes across departments

• Evaluate SaaS contracts and identify strategic replacement opportunities with compelling business cases

• Present technical roadmaps, architecture decisions, and ROI analyses to executive audiences in clear, business-focused terms

• Challenge and validate solution strategies, ensuring scalability, robustness, and measurable business impact

Team Leadership & Enablement

• Mentor developers, analysts, and solution engineers in multidisciplinary squads

• Foster collaboration and technical excellence through workshops, code reviews, and knowledge sharing

• Drive user adoption and change management by articulating business value, delivering training, and collecting actionable feedback

• Establish best practices and architectural patterns for AI-driven application development

Required Qualifications

Experience & Technical Expertise:

• 5+ years in software/web engineering roles with progressive responsibility

• API & security mastery: Deep understanding of REST, GraphQL, OAuth, JWT, SSO, and secure integration patterns

• Cloud-native development: Production experience with AWS, GCP, or Azure

Strategic & Business Skills:

• Demonstrated ability to build business cases with ROI analysis

• Experience presenting technical solutions to senior leadership (Director level or above)

• Process discovery and solution consulting background

• Track record driving user adoption of new technologies

• Communication & Leadership:

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to translate complex technical concepts into business value

• Experience mentoring technical teams

NICE-TO-HAVE Qualifications

Technical Enhancements:

• Platform-specific development: Salesforce (Apex/LWC), NetSuite (SuiteScript/SuiteCloud), Atlassian (Forge/Connect apps)

• Advanced AI infrastructure: Vector databases (Pinecone, Weaviate, Chroma), knowledge graphs, semantic search

• Experience with RAG pipelines, embeddings, and AI agent frameworks

• GraphQL expertise

• Container orchestration (Kubernetes)

• SSO and advanced security implementations

• Expert-level proficiency: JavaScript/TypeScript, React, Next.js, Node.js, and modern web frameworks

• Proven AI/ML experience: Hands-on work with LLMs (OpenAI, Anthropic, Google), prompt engineering, RAG, embeddings, and AI agent frameworks

• Enterprise integration expertise: Track record integrating with platforms like Salesforce, NetSuite, Atlassian, SAP, or ServiceNow via APIs, SDKs, and webhooks

Business & Domain Experience:

• Change management certification or formal training

• Background in supply chain, logistics, or enterprise software domains

• TCO modeling and cost optimization analysis experience

• Experience with SaaS contract negotiations

• Training delivery and curriculum development

Key Competencies & Soft Skills

• Intellectual curiosity and passion for emerging AI technologies

• Critical thinking with strong independent judgment and problem-solving

• Empathy and collaboration with ability to build trust across diverse teams

• Adaptability to thrive in fast-paced, ambiguous environments

• High accountability with proactive delivery and measurable-impact orientation

• Technical evangelism with enthusiasm for teaching and enabling others

• Positive spirit and integrity in all interactions

Why This Role Matters

Every SaaS subscription replaced with an AI-enhanced, purpose-built internal tool delivers measurable ROI and greater control over data, workflows, and product roadmap. You will directly shape Kaleris's technology strategy and bottom line through cutting-edge AI-driven applications. This is a rare opportunity to build from the ground up, with executive sponsorship and the autonomy to innovate.