Junior AI Developer

Sourcebooks is an independent publisher recognized for innovation and a mission-driven approach. They are seeking a Junior AI Developer to join their Automation & AI team, focusing on building AI-powered applications and workflow automations to enhance publishing efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain AI-powered applications that transform how we publish books
• Develop workflow automations that integrate AI functionality with our existing publishing systems
• Collaborate directly with teams across the company to understand their challenges and translate business needs into technical solutions
• Create clear documentation that helps both technical and non-technical users understand and maintain the systems you build
• Learn continuously through hands-on work, code reviews, and mentorship from experienced developers

Skills

• Working knowledge of Python for scripting and automation, along with familiarity with AI concepts and at least one major AI API (OpenAI, Anthropic, or Google AI)
• You understand version control with Git, basic testing practices, and how to organize code effectively
• You're comfortable working with REST APIs and webhooks, and you have experience manipulating data in formats like JSON and CSV
• 0-2 years of professional software development experience or demonstrated personal/academic projects using AI/ML technologies
• You have a portfolio (GitHub, personal website, or academic work) that shows your hands-on coding experience and problem-solving approach
• You have a strong interest in AI/ML and genuine enthusiasm for building production applications that solve real business problems
• You're eager to learn rapidly in the fast-changing AI landscape and excited by the challenge of solving business problems with technology
• You communicate clearly in writing and conversation, ask good questions, and know when to seek help
• You work well in teams, welcome feedback, and approach challenges with curiosity and analytical thinking
• You're committed to continuous improvement and building reliable, user-friendly systems that enhance rather than replace human creativity

Benefits

• Medical/Prescription drug insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Care
• Dependent Care
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account
• 401(k)
• Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Life/AD&D Insurance
• & generous paid time off

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