Online Software Development Adjunct Faculty - Artificial Intelligence / Generative AI / Applied AI Development
Job description
Overview
ECPI University is seeking a Software Development Faculty Member with deep expertise in AI-augmented development practices to serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME). This role leads the integration of AI tools, responsible development principles, and modern software engineering practices across the undergraduate software development curriculum — with a particular focus on preparing students who are new to coding to work productively and ethically alongside AI systems from day one of their careers.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as institutional SME for AI-augmented software development, guiding curriculum design across the full undergraduate software development program
- Design, develop, and refine curriculum covering AI-assisted coding, LLM-based application development, prompt engineering, AI-augmented architecture and design thinking, and responsible/ethical AI development practices
- Teach courses at the intersection of software development and artificial intelligence, using real-world tools, scaffolded projects, and industry-aligned case studies accessible to students with no prior coding experience
- Model professional AI-augmented development workflows in the classroom — including AI coding assistants (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Kilo Code), LLM API integration, and prompt-driven design and documentation practices
- Incorporate secure coding principles (OWASP Top 10, CWE) into AI-augmented development instruction, helping students understand how AI tools can both introduce and help mitigate software vulnerabilities
- Mentor faculty colleagues in adopting AI-augmented pedagogical strategies and tools across software development courses
- Collaborate with academic leadership to ensure curriculum reflects current industry expectations for AI-literate software developers
- Stay continuously current with advancements in generative AI, agentic coding tools, LLM frameworks, and their evolving roles in professional software development
Qualifications
Education
- Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, or related field OR
- Master's degree with 18+ graduate semester hours in the discipline
- Ph.D. strongly preferred, particularly with research or applied focus in AI, software engineering, or human-computer interaction
Experience
- Demonstrated hands-on expertise in AI-augmented software development (e.g., AI-assisted coding workflows, LLM API development, prompt engineering, agentic development tools)
- 3–5 years of relevant industry experience (10+ years preferred), with direct exposure to AI-integrated development environments
- Experience designing or delivering curriculum, training, or professional development for beginner-to-intermediate learners
- Teaching or mentoring experience preferred, particularly with students new to programming
Technical Skills
Required:
- AI-assisted coding tools and workflows (GitHub Copilot, Kilo Code, Cursor, or equivalent)
- LLM concepts and application development using LLM APIs (OpenAI, Anthropic, or equivalent)
- Prompt engineering principles and patterns for software development contexts
- Core software development fundamentals: OOP, data structures, version control, debugging
- Secure coding awareness: OWASP Top 10, CWE, AI-introduced vulnerability patterns
Preferred:
- Agentic AI frameworks (LangChain, AutoGen, or equivalent)
- Cloud AI/ML development services (AWS Bedrock, Azure OpenAI, Google Vertex AI)
- AI ethics frameworks and responsible development practices
- Full-stack web development with AI integration
- AI-augmented architecture and design thinking methodologies
Certifications (Preferred)
- GitHub Copilot or GitHub Foundations certification
- AWS Certified Developer / Azure Developer Associate
- Azure AI Engineer or AWS ML Specialty
- Google Professional ML Engineer
- Any recognized LLM/generative AI development credential
- Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or SAFe Agile practitioner
Skills & Abilities
- Deep expertise in AI-augmented development with ability to scaffold complex concepts for students encountering programming for the first time
- Strong curriculum development skills with experience mapping AI competencies to industry frameworks (e.g., NICE Workforce Framework, ACM/IEEE Computing Curricula)
- Ability to model professional-grade AI workflows in accessible, confidence-building ways for novice learners
- Commitment to responsible AI development — able to teach both the power and the ethical responsibilities of AI-assisted software creation
- Excellent collaboration, communication, and organizational skills
- Passion for innovation, instructional excellence, and preparing students for the AI-augmented workforce
ECPI University is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Skills mentioned
What started as a vision in Norfolk, Virginia, in 1966 has now transformed into a widespread academic institution known as ECPI University. This evolution from one campus to a robust institution offering accelerated degree programs across various fields, especially technology and healthcare, reflects a relentless commitment to innovation and student success. Founded by Alfred Dreyfus, a Holocaust survivor, ECPI aimed to provide a student-centered learning environment that meets the unique needs of adult learners. The university quickly gained recognition for its forward-thinking, market-based curriculum, being among the first to offer classes in computer programming during a time when technology was just beginning to take root in education. Today, ECPI University maintains a footprint across the United States, with multiple campuses in Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida, and Texas, along with a robust online education platform. The institution’s dedication to hands-on learning ensures that students not only gain theoretical knowledge but also practical skills necessary for their careers. With programs designed to allow students to go from zero to a Bachelor’s degree in as little as 2.5 years, ECPI exemplifies the ideal of accessible, accelerated education that empowers individuals to achieve their professional goals swiftly. The continuing journey of ECPI University is marked by its unwavering commitment to delivering high-quality education tailored to the demands of a rapidly changing workforce, fostering a community where students can thrive and succeed in their chosen fields.
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