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Associate Software Engineer (Python AI)

Confidential Client•Software & Technology
Entry LevelFull-timeFull RemoteN/A
Tempe, Arizona
17 Hours Ago

The Associate Software Engineer (Python AI) at Confidential Client will contribute to designing, developing, and maintaining scalable Python-based AI applications within a collaborative, fast-paced environment. This entry-level role involves working under experienced developers, participating in code reviews, troubleshooting, and supporting CI/CD processes, with a focus on learning and applying modern Python tools and AI technologies.

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About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Software Development.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.


What You’ll Do

This is an entry-level engineering role on a product-focused team building Python-backed AI applications. You will work closely with experienced engineers and product owners to implement features, improve code quality, and learn modern engineering practices.

  • Assist in designing, developing, and maintaining Python-based AI applications
  • Implement features from clear requirements and acceptance criteria
  • Define and validate data models using Pydantic
  • Write clean, well-documented, and testable code with guidance
  • Participate in code reviews; receive and incorporate feedback
  • Troubleshoot and resolve basic technical issues and bugs
  • Support automated testing and CI/CD pipelines
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teammates (QA, product, data engineers) to ship customer-focused solutions

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field — or equivalent practical experience
  • At least 1 year of experience contributing to production or enterprise-level software
  • Strong working knowledge of Python and object-oriented programming
  • Familiarity with building and consuming REST APIs
  • Good communication skills and ability to work in a team and follow instruction
  • Demonstrated eagerness to learn and take initiative

AI Skills / Knowledge

  • Familiarity with large language models (LLMs) and AI coding assistants such as Claude Code or GitHub Copilot
  • Willingness to learn and apply AI-oriented libraries and workflows within Python projects

Preferred (Nice-to-Have)

  • Experience or exposure to TypeScript, JavaScript, or Node.js
  • Familiarity with version control (Git) and testing concepts
  • Basic exposure to backend development or data engineering concepts
  • Experience or interest in cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure)
  • Any prior work with CI/CD pipelines and automated testing tools

Employment Type & Location

  • Employment type: Full-time
  • Work location: This position is 100% remote anywhere in the United States. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.; any offer is contingent on verification and background checks as permitted by law.
  • Reasonable accommodations: Careertakes and our client will provide reasonable accommodations as required by law during the application and interview process. If you require an accommodation, please let us know.

Additional information

  • This role is an entry-level opportunity with mentorship and hands-on learning; ideal for engineers who want to grow into product-focused, AI-enabled engineering roles.
  • Compensation: Not specified in the source posting. Offers will comply with applicable state and local pay transparency laws where required.
  • Confidentiality: The hiring organization is listed as Confidential Client in this posting; Careertakes is supporting recruitment as a third-party recruiter.

Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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