Software Engineer, AVP - AI Platform Development

Blackstone Technology & Innovations (BXTI) is seeking a Software Engineer to join their AI Platform Development team. This role presents an exciting opportunity to work at the world's largest alternative asset manager, with $1.1 trillion in assets under management.

The position involves building and maintaining a cutting-edge AI platform that empowers technology teams across Blackstone. You'll be working with modern cloud-native architecture, leveraging AWS Bedrock and Azure OpenAI for LLM capabilities, and Pinecone for vector database functionality. The tech stack includes Python-based microservices using FastAPI with Pydantic, complemented by React-based user interfaces built with Vite and Next.js.

As a Software Engineer in this role, you'll be responsible for developing libraries, tools, and infrastructure that enable other teams to leverage large language models and AI capabilities. The position requires 4 years of experience in software development, strong proficiency in Python and/or C#, and solid understanding of cloud technologies, particularly AWS.

The role offers exposure to cutting-edge AI/ML technologies and the opportunity to work on impactful projects at a global scale. You'll be part of a nimble and entrepreneurial team that values active mentoring and excellence. The position is based in New York and offers a competitive salary range of $125,000 - $200,000, plus additional compensation benefits.

Key responsibilities include developing Python and C# libraries, creating comprehensive documentation, implementing cloud-native solutions, and building resilient systems with proper observability. You'll also contribute to frontend development and participate in technical design discussions and code reviews.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated software engineer with a passion for AI/ML technologies who wants to make a significant impact in the financial technology sector. The role combines technical excellence with business acumen, requiring someone who can balance both aspects while delivering high-quality solutions.