Junior AI Developer

Ova Technologies

$70K — $95K *
Consumer Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field like Computer Science or AI.
  • 0-2 years of experience in AI or software development (including internships).
  • Good understanding of machine learning fundamentals and deep learning basics.
  • Proficiency in Python and familiarity with machine learning frameworks like Scikit-learn and PyTorch.
  • Basic knowledge of natural language processing (NLP) or Generative AI concepts.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in designing and testing AI models.
  • Build and maintain AI applications using Python.
  • Support data collection and feature engineering.
  • Implement and fine-tune machine learning models with guidance.
  • Help develop applications using APIs for Generative AI.

Benefits

  • Mentorship from experienced AI professionals.
  • Learning and certification opportunities.
  • Flexible work arrangements.
  • Collaborative work environment.
  • Opportunity to work on real-world AI projects.
Full Job Description
Junior AI Developer

Job Title

Junior AI Developer

Job Summary

We are looking for a motivated Junior AI Developer to join our AI and Machine Learning team. This role is ideal for recent graduates or early-career professionals who are passionate about artificial intelligence, machine learning, and software development. You will work with experienced engineers and researchers to develop, test, and deploy AI-powered applications, while gaining hands-on experience with modern AI technologies and best practices.

Key Responsibilities
  • Assist in designing, developing, and testing AI and machine learning models.
  • Build and maintain AI-powered applications using Python and machine learning frameworks.
  • Support data collection, preprocessing, feature engineering, and model evaluation.
  • Implement and fine-tune machine learning and deep learning models under the guidance of senior team members.
  • Develop applications using APIs for Large Language Models (LLMs) and Generative AI solutions.
  • Assist in building Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) applications and AI chatbots.
  • Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code following software engineering best practices.
  • Debug, test, and optimize AI applications for performance and reliability.
  • Collaborate with AI engineers, software developers, data scientists, and product teams.
  • Stay updated on emerging AI, machine learning, and Generative AI technologies.

Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
  • 0-2 years of experience in AI, machine learning, or software development (internships and academic projects are welcome).
  • Good understanding of machine learning fundamentals and basic deep learning concepts.
  • Proficiency in Python programming.
  • Familiarity with machine learning libraries such as Scikit-learn, PyTorch, or TensorFlow.
  • Basic knowledge of NLP, computer vision, or Generative AI concepts.
  • Understanding of data structures, algorithms, and object-oriented programming.
  • Familiarity with SQL and basic database concepts.
  • Experience using Git for version control.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Hands-on experience with LLM APIs such as OpenAI, Anthropic, or Google Gemini.
  • Exposure to frameworks such as LangChain or LlamaIndex.
  • Basic understanding of prompt engineering and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG).
  • Familiarity with Hugging Face Transformers.
  • Experience with REST APIs and JSON.
  • Knowledge of Docker and Linux fundamentals.
  • Personal, academic, or open-source AI projects showcased on GitHub.

Technical Skills
  • Python
  • SQL
  • Scikit-learn
  • PyTorch or TensorFlow
  • Pandas
  • NumPy
  • Hugging Face Transformers (preferred)
  • LangChain (preferred)
  • Git
  • Docker (basic)
  • Linux (basic)
  • REST APIs

Soft Skills
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Willingness to learn new AI technologies.
  • Good communication and teamwork skills.
  • Attention to detail and commitment to writing quality code.
  • Ability to adapt in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Nice to Have
  • Internship experience in AI or software development.
  • Knowledge of cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
  • Exposure to vector databases and embeddings.
  • Understanding of MLOps fundamentals and model deployment.
  • Participation in hackathons, coding competitions, or AI research projects.

Benefits
  • Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
  • Mentorship from experienced AI engineers and researchers.
  • Learning and certification opportunities.
  • Flexible work arrangements.
  • Collaborative and innovative work environment.
  • Opportunity to work on real-world AI and Generative AI projects using modern technologies.

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