Key Facts

Remote From:

United States

Full time

Senior (5-10 years)

English

Hard Skills

Other Skills

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Collaboration
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Communication
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Leadership
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Mentorship

Roles & Responsibilities

10+ years of software engineering experience on the Microsoft stack with leadership in AI-related projects
Deep understanding of .NET Core, C#, and modern web technologies; proficiency in Angular, JavaScript/TypeScript, CSS, and HTML
Proven success building and deploying Generative AI features with experience in prompt engineering and optimizing LLM behavior
Experience with cloud-based AI infrastructure (Azure, AWS, or GCP) and RESTful API development; familiarity with SQL Server or Cosmos DB

Requirements:

Implement complex software systems integrating Generative AI capabilities; design, build, and maintain scalable code
Lead cross-functional collaboration on technical solutioning and project delivery; ensure performance, reliability, and security of AI-enabled features
Evaluate and improve prompt performance and AI-driven workflows; collaborate with product and UX teams to deliver accessible, user-friendly experiences
Serve as a subject matter expert for LLM deployment, operation, and monitoring; actively mentor and support the growth of other engineers; contribute to the evolution of Blackbaud’s AI platform strategy

Blackbaud

About Blackbaud

Blackbaud (NASDAQ: BLKB) is the leading software provider exclusively dedicated to powering social impact. Serving the nonprofit and education sectors, companies committed to social responsibility, and individual change makers, Blackbaud’s essential software is built to accelerate impact in fundraising, nonprofit financial management, digital giving, grantmaking, corporate social responsibility and education management. With millions of users and $100 billion donated, granted, and invested through its platforms every year, Blackbaud’s solutions are unleashing the potential of the people and organizations who change the world. Blackbaud has been named to Newsweek’s list of America’s Most Responsible Companies, Quartz’s list of Best Companies for Remote Workers, and Forbes’ list of America’s Best Employers. A remote-first company, Blackbaud has operations in the United States, Australia, Canada, Costa Rica and the United Kingdom, supporting users in 100+ countries. Learn more at blackbaud.com or follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter and Instagram.

Company type: Large

Founded: 2018

Company size: 1001 - 5000

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Job description

About the role:  

We’re looking for a Senior Principal Software Engineer to help lead the design and implementation of Generative AI capabilities across Blackbaud’s product platform. This is a hands-on, high-impact technical role where you’ll shape the architecture of AI features, mentor engineers, and guide the adoption of best practices that power innovation for social good.

What you’ll be doing:  

Implement complex software systems integrating Generative AI capabilities

Design, build, and maintain efficient, scalable code

Lead cross-functional collaboration on technical solutioning and project delivery

Ensure performance, reliability, and security of AI-enabled features

Evaluate and improve prompt performance and AI-driven workflows

Collaborate with product and UX teams to deliver accessible, user-friendly experiences

Serve as a subject matter expert for LLM deployment, operation, and monitoring

Actively mentor and support the growth of other engineers

Maintain high quality development standards and practices

Contribute to the evolution of Blackbaud’s AI platform strategy

What we'll want you to have:  

10+ years of experience in software engineering on the Microsoft stack, including leadership in AI-related projects

Deep understanding of .NET Core, C#, and modern web technologies

Proficiency in Angular, JavaScript/TypeScript, CSS, and HTML

Proven success building and deploying Generative AI features

Experience with prompt engineering and optimizing LLM behavior

Familiarity with SQL Server, Cosmos DB, and RESTful API development

Experience with cloud-based AI infrastructure (Azure, AWS, GCP)

Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Strong grasp of Agile methodology and continuous delivery practices

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Blackbaud powers social impact through purpose‑driven technology and responsible AI. Guided by our Intelligence for Good® vision, we’re building a culture where innovation, trust, and human expertise come together to help organizations make a greater difference in the world.

Blackbaud is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

The starting base pay is $150,400.00 to $204,100.00. Blackbaud may pay more or less based on employee qualifications, market value, Company finances, and other operational considerations.

Benefits Include: