Developer/AI Expert

The Developer/AI Expert reports to the Lead Programmer/Systems Administrator and is proficient in Python or C# programming languages, specializing in the integration of artificial intelligence technologies into software development workflows. The incumbent combines strong foundational programming skills with advanced knowledge of machine learning frameworks, natural language processing, computer vision, and AI model deployment strategies.

Duties

The incumbent is primarily responsible for writing code and under the direction of the Lead Programmer/Developer may meet with end users to analyze their needs to implement software solutions.

Responsibilities

• Designs, develops, and maintains applications using Python or C# programming languages following industry best practices and coding standards.
• Performs code reviews, debugging, and troubleshooting to ensure high-quality software delivery.
• Implements version control practices and participates in continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines.
• Develops web APIs and microservices using Python frameworks (Django, FastAPI, Flask) and/or C# (.NET Core, ASP.NET).
• Integrates machine learning models and AI algorithms into existing software applications and systems.
• Develops and deploys AI-powered features including natural language processing, computer vision, and predictive analytics.
• Optimizes AI model performance, accuracy, and scalability for production environments.
• Develops comprehensive testing strategies for AI-integrated applications, including unit tests, integration tests, and model validation.
• Demonstrates expertise in AI functionalities within established legal research services (Westlaw, Lexis, and comparable platforms) and evaluates, implements, and provides guidance on additional AI-enabled legal tools and applications.
• Provides analysis and recommendations to the Lead Programmer/Developer on user needs and software requirements to determine feasibility of design within time and cost constraints.
• Prepares and maintains the documentation of all locally developed software used at the site.
• May confer with technical staff and end users to design software applications, including exchanging information on project limitations and capabilities, performance requirements, and interfaces.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Salary

• $74,970 - $121,837/year

Conditions of Employment

Applicants must be a United States citizen or eligible to work for the federal government. All applicant information is subject to verification. All offers of employment are provisional pending successful completion of a background check or investigation and a favorable employment suitability determination. It is the policy of this court that all new personnel are hired for a twelve-month initial probationary period, at the end of which time their work and progress will be evaluated. All court employees are required to adhere to the Code of Conduct for Judicial Employees. Employees of the United States Circuit Court are considered "At-Will" employees, and, as such, may be terminated with or without cause. The Office of Personnel Management civil service position classification standards and appeal procedures do not apply to federal court employees. This position is subject to Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) for payroll deposit.

Qualifications

• Three years of specialized experience in Python or C# development.
• One year of experience integrating AI into development.

Required Documents

Please refer to the "How to Apply" section.

How to Apply

A cover letter addressed to Cheryl Vessels, Assistant Circuit Executive for Human Resources, and resume detailing background, experience, and qualifications should be emailed in one single PDF attachment to human_resources@ca11.uscourts.gov. Please indicate "Developer/AI Expert" in the subject line. Preference given to applications received by September 26, 2025.