Senior Engineer AI/ML

Why Quark Software:
At Quark, weve been revolutionizing graphic design, digital publishing, and content automation since 1981. With over four decades of expertise, we empower organizations to master their content lifecycle through cutting-edge design, automation, and intelligence. Our software solutions enable customers to create, manage, publish, and analyse their content with unrivalled effectiveness. As we embark on an exciting new era of growth, were on the lookout for exceptional individuals to join our Global team.

Quark is the Foundation of Content:
Just as a Quark forms the basis of all matter in science, Quark serves as the foundation for all content. Our tagline, "brilliant content that works," encapsulates our unwavering commitment to excellence. With a global workforce of around 250 professionals, we foster an inclusive culture that celebrates our diverse Global Team.

Why Choose Quark:
Quark is entering a transformative phase of growth, driven by visionary leadership focused on research and development and customer success. Our culture thrives on positivity and support, providing an environment where every employee can flourish. Join us to make a meaningful impact on our customers journeys and shape the future of content management through innovative research and development. Together, well ignite brilliance in the realm of content.

Innovation: Quark stands tall as an established company that has consistently pioneered and excelled in content design, digital publishing, and content automation. Our unparalleled expertise and extensive experience have solidified our position as unrivalled industry leaders.
ISO27001 Certified Excellence: As an ISO27001 certified company, Quark holds an industry-leading position that sets us apart as an exceptional organization to work for.
Diverse Global Workforce Quark, wholeheartedly embrace an inclusive and diverse workforce to drive the success of our company.
Health & Wellness: Our Employees enjoy comprehensive health insurance plans, including preventative care, along with paid time off for holidays, vacations, and sick days. Employees physical and mental health matters to us.
Professional Development: Quark success can only be achieved by the professional development and advancement of our employees.
Family First- Work-Life Balance: We prioritize family with our flexibility and adjustable schedules that accommodate family and individual needs. We offer Remote, Hybrid and in office options depending on location and responsibilities.
Quark Social Responsibilities: Volunteering time and talents in support of deserving causes and charities in our local communities and neighbourhoods is encouraged and rewarded with Volunteer Days.
Quark is More Than a Workplace: Its a vibrant and thriving environment where great work happens, collaboration blooms, and ideas come to life.

What You ll Do:
Quark Inc. is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Software Engineer to join our team working on the Quark Publishing Platform NextGen (QPPNextGen). This role will focus on integrating Azure OpenAI and other Azure services to deliver innovative AI-driven solutions for enterprise publishing.

• Integration Design and Development
• Architect and implement seamless integration of Azure OpenAI services with QPPNextGens microservices-based architecture.
• Ensure secure and efficient communication between Azure OpenAI and QPPNextGen components, adhering to best practices for performance and scalability.
• AI/ML Feature Development
• Collaborate with Product Management to design and develop Azure OpenAI-powered features, such as content generation, document summarization, sentiment analysis, and data insights.
• Build and expose RESTful APIs for AI capabilities within QPPNextGen.
• Azure Ecosystem Expertise
• Leverage Azure services like Azure Functions, Azure Cognitive Services, Azure Storage, and Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) to support AI feature development.
• Optimize resource utilization for cost efficiency and reliability in a cloud-native environment.
• AI/ML Expertise
• Apply AI/ML expertise to fine-tune models, improve feature performance, and develop innovative solutions tailored to customer needs.
• Stay updated with advancements in AI/ML, particularly Azure OpenAI capabilities, to recommend and implement cutting-edge features.
• Collaboration and Mentorship
• Partner with cross-functional teams, including Product Managers, UX Designers, and other engineers, to deliver scalable solutions.
• Mentor junior developers and share expertise in AI/ML technologies and Azure services.
• Quality Assurance
• Implement robust unit, integration, and performance testing for AI/ML components.
• Ensure compliance with ethical AI practices and data privacy regulations.
• Assist documentation in the creation of release specific product documentation.
• Conduct regular meetings with the development team to ensure features are implemented properly and as per schedule.

What we re looking for:

• Bachelor s or Master s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 6+ years of experience in software development, with expertise in Java, Spring Boot, and RESTful API design.
• 2+ years of hands-on experience in AI/ML development, including experience with Azure OpenAI services.
• Proven track record of integrating AI/ML models into enterprise applications.
• Strong understanding of microservices architecture and cloud-based solution design.
• Proficiency in Azure services like Azure Cognitive Services, Azure Functions, and AKS.
• Hands-on experience with containerization (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes, AKS).
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Experience with Natural Language Processing (NLP) models and applications.
• Familiarity with Elasticsearch and Kafka.
• Certification in Azure AI or cloud technologies.
  

The Opportunity:
Quark is a leader in closed-loop content lifecycle management. Our software solutions enable organizations to inform, educate, and entertain their audiences with precision and impact. Join us to make a meaningful difference in content management while enjoying comprehensive benefits from day one. Your growth and success matter to us. Together, well unleash the power of innovative and successful content.