Job Details

Temporary Collaborative UI Engineer

Position Number: 6328897
Location: Worcester, MA
Position Type: Computing - Web Development

JOB TITLE
Temporary Collaborative UI Engineer

LOCATION
Worcester

DEPARTMENT NAME
The Business School - JM

DIVISION NAME
Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
The position will support integration of generative AI insights into an intuitive, interactive web-based user interface. The role will enable real-time, collaborative functionality that connects user input with AI-generated content, a core component of the project's broader impact and usability goals.

JOB DESCRIPTION

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

Design and implement real-time, multi-user web interface for collaborative interaction
Integrate dynamic AI-generated content into the user interface using REST APIs
Build interactive visual components (e.g., pill-shaped tags) that are responsive to user input and AI suggestions
Ensure seamless communication between frontend and backend systems, with attention to responsiveness and usability
Use canvas or SVG rendering libraries to support drag, drop, and annotation features in a shared visual space
Develop client-side logic for tracking user interactions and syncing shared state across sessions
Collaborate with generative AI team to refine how model outputs are realized and experienced by end users

SKILLS

Proficiency in TypeScript and JavaScript
Experience with React.js, Vue.js, or other modern front-end frameworks
Familiarity with WebSockets, Socket.IO, or other real-time interaction tools
Knowledge of Canvas, SVG, or libraries like Fabric.js or Konva.js for interactive rendering
Comfort styling interfaces using Tailwind CSS or other responsive UI frameworks
Ability to consume and integrate REST APIs or GraphQL endpoints
Basic understanding of user experience design and interaction patterns in collaborative tools

EXPERIENCE

At least one, ideally multiple, projects involving real-time or collaborative web interfaces
Prior work integrating backend or AI-generated content into front-end experiences
Experience building interactive visual elements or custom UI components from scratch
Familiarity with version control (e.g., Git) and remote, asynchronous collaboration workflows

DESIRABLE CHARACTERISTICS

Strong communication skills and comfort working in a fully remote team
Self-driven and proactive, able to work independently and manage time effectively
Open to collaboration with and feedback from researchers, designers, and AI engineers
Detail-oriented with a focus on delivering high-quality user experiences
Creative thinker who enjoys experimenting with new forms of interaction and interface design

FLSA STATUS
United States of America (Non-Exempt)

WPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. It seeks individuals from all backgrounds and experiences who will contribute to a culture of creativity, collaboration, inclusion, problem solving, innovation, high performance, and change making. It is committed to maintaining a campus environment free of harassment and discrimination.

To apply, visit: https://wpi.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/WPI_External_Career_Site/job/Worcester/Temporary-Collaborative-UI-Engineer_R0003210

About WPI
WPI is a vibrant, active, and diverse community of extraordinary students, world-renowned faculty, and state of the art research facilities. At WPI, we have competitive and comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, long-term care, retirement, tuition assistance, flexible spending accounts, work-life balance and much more.

Diversity & Inclusion at WPI
WPI is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected; a place where every student, faculty and staff member can be themselves, so that they can study, live, and work comfortably, to reach their full potential, and make meaningful contributions in order to meet departmental and institutional goals. WPI thrives on innovative practice and welcomes diverse perspectives, insight, and people from diverse lived experiences, to enhance the community environment and propel the institution to the next level in a competitive, global marketplace.