Developer, Gen AI Job Listing at NASCAR in Charlotte, NC (Job ID JR13289)

Description

At NASCAR, you will find a community of passionate individuals who care about our sport and are united in seeing it grow.

We are a company unlike any other. We want you to bring your experience, skills and passion to our close-knit, high-energy environment in which our employees thrive and where you can prosper. We know the key to our success is our employees and we offer highly competitive salaries, a solid benefits package focused on wellness, and opportunities for you to grow and develop both personally and professionally. It won't take you long to find out that you are on the right track here at NASCAR!

NASCAR seeks a talented professional to join in the position of GenAI Developer based in our Charlotte, North Carolina office.

This person is responsible for spearheading the creation and implementation of cutting-edge generative AI solutions for both enterprise-level initiatives and fan-facing experiences. The Developer utilizes strong technical expertise, analytical skills, creativity, and passion for sports to deliver novel, game-changing innovations that drive deeper fan engagement and operational efficiency.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Drive broader adoption of GenAI across the organization, working closely with business units to identify further integration points.
• Co-create a scalable blueprint for working with AI technologies, whether through vendor-supplied products or custom-built solutions, to support engineering and product teams.
• Assist in shaping and advancing the enterprise GenAI strategy and roadmap, focusing on specific technologies/products and articulating their value proposition to secure buy-in from senior leadership.
• Support a balanced approach to AI, blending in-house capabilities with external expertise, including vendors and specialists, to create innovative solutions that drive fan engagement and improve internal efficiencies.
• Collaborate with senior leaders to analyze their business processes and identify opportunities for streamlining and automation using AI-driven solutions.
• Perform feasibility assessments and proof-of-concept (PoC) initiatives to evaluate the relevance and effectiveness of AI techniques for various enterprise use cases.
• Develop and deploy AI-driven tools and solutions for enterprise use and fan engagement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers, designers, and marketing, to build AI-enhanced features for fan-facing products.
• Experiment with creative use cases for AI, such as personalized fan experiences, predictive analytics, and content generation.
• Integrate AI models with existing systems, ensuring scalability and reliability for both internal and external platforms.
• Monitor and evaluate emerging trends and tools in generative AI and incorporate the latest technologies from providers such as OpenAI, Microsoft, Anthropic, NVIDIA, and others.
• Collaborate with internal departments to align AI projects with broader organizational goals and strategies.
• Participate actively in the cross-functional GenAI Working Group, offering insights on emerging large language models (LLMs), responsible AI practices, vendor solutions, open-source tools, and other initiatives across the organization.
• Continuously monitor advancements in GenAI solutions and vendor offerings, with a focus on identifying tools that enhance internal workflows and drive value for enterprise use cases.
• Ensure the ethical use of AI technologies by adhering to the best practices in AI development and deployment.
• Work alongside internal teams such as IT, HR, and external partners to support the development and execution of training programs, ensuring staff can effectively leverage AI tools and services.
• Provide documentation and training to ensure team members and stakeholders understand how to leverage AI-driven systems.
• Travel: 5%, including weekends.
• This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Required skills / experience:

• Bachelor's degree+ in computer science, Engineering, AI/ML, or a related technical field with a minimum of three (3) years related experience in AI/ML development, with a focus on generative AI solutions. Experience with sport-related technology or a passion for sports innovation is highly desirable.
• Proficient in modern software development practices and tools, including AI/ML frameworks like TensorFlow, PyTorch, and Hugging Face.
• Experience with cloud-based AI services such as Azure, AWS, and Google Cloud.
• Skilled in working with version control (Git), continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines, and using data management platforms for AI model training and deployment.
• Familiarity with generative AI tools and platforms from industry leaders like Microsoft, OpenAI, Anthropic, and NVIDIA.
• Experience with natural language processing (NLP), large language models (LLMs), and computer vision applications.
• Strong programming skills in Python, Java, C++, or other relevant languages for AI development.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud, particularly for AI/ML services.
• Proficiency with the latest tools and technologies from AWS, Microsoft, OpenAI, Anthropic, NVIDIA, and other AI leaders.
• Experience with Database queries and data retrieval including NoSQL, graph databases, semi-structured & unstructured data storage and data retrieval techniques.
• Experience with prompt engineering and fine-tuning large language models.
• Ability to think outside the box and develop innovative solutions to enhance fan engagement and improve internal efficiencies.
• Proficiency in data analysis and AI model evaluation techniques to continuously improve AI-driven solutions.
• Familiarity with predictive analytics, recommendation engines, and generative design.
• Ability to work cross-functionally to bring AI-driven ideas to life.
• Passion for finding new ways to engage fans through technology.
• Ability to quickly adjust to new challenges and evolving AI technologies.
• Ability to use data-driven insights to inform decisions and optimize AI models.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across departments and with external partners.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends for eNASCAR events as needed.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple projects.
• Demonstrated experience in building AI solutions that drive user engagement and business value.
• Experience with version control systems (Git), CI/CD pipelines, and agile software development practices.
• Willingness to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.
• Skilled in conveying technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders, ensuring clarity and fostering collaboration.
• Enthusiasm for engaging in NASCAR-related content and conversations, including attending events.

Apply Now!

Learn more about this role and our team by applying at https://careers.nascar.com/  for consideration.

NASCAR is committed to fostering a diverse work environment where all employees feel valued and empowered. NASCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO). We seek to attract and retain the best qualified people available. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, religion, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any basis that is protected by applicable law except where a bona fide occupational qualification exists.