[Remote] Software Development Engineer, AI

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. GoodParty.org is using AI to transform democracy by empowering Independent candidates to run for office. They are seeking a Software Development Engineer to assist in the design and implementation of AI applications and enhance existing open-source products.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design implementation of human-in-the-loop AI applications that leverage large language models (LLMs), vector databases, and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) techniques
• Build your skills with React, NextJS, DataBricks, Python, and Postgres to enhance our existing open-source products on AWS
• Rapidly learn new domains and apply AI and machine learning methods to enhance campaign and civic technology products
• Conduct structured experimentation to diagnose problems, validate solutions, and communicate findings effectively
• Evaluate emerging AI frameworks and tools (including MCP and agentic systems) for integration into production environments
• Initially reports to the CTO

Skills

• 1-3 years of experience in software development
• Strong technical training in computer science or engineering
• Demonstrated passion for LLM integration in web, mobile, and backend systems
• Experience with prompt engineering, RAG workflows, and agentic AI systems
• Practical experience as an intern or junior engineer using scrum and github
• Experience with cloud infrastructure
• Commitment to responsible and ethical AI development
• Awareness of model limitations, bias, and performance considerations
• Effective collaboration skills to work cross-functionally
• Ability to communicate with both technical and non-technical audiences
• Experience building or scaling AI functions in prior roles
• Experience as a full stack developer with React, NextJS, DataBricks, Python, and Postgres
• Demonstrated domain expertise by achievement of a relevant secondary degree
• Prior experience as a contributor to an open-source project
• Experience studying, working, or volunteering in politics, civics, or democracy reform

Benefits

• 100% coverage of health, dental, and vision benefits for you and your dependents.
• Unlimited PTO (sick and vacation) policy.
• 401(k) program available so you can contribute toward retirement savings (no employer match).
• Individual learning & development budget to fund your growth.
• Workspace setup stipend.
• $50/month to help with your internet and other expenses.

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