Junior AI Developer [12 Months Contract]

Experian; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Experian is seeking an AI Product Engineer in Kuala Lumpur to bridge product thinking, software engineering, and applied AI. You will prototype, build, test, and improve AI-enabled applications across frontend, backend, APIs, automation, and AI model integration.

You will work with product, engineering and business teams to validate new AI-driven experiences, ensure reliability, and iterate based on user feedback and business needs.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in software engineering and applied AI.
• Experience building AI-powered applications, chatbots, or intelligent workflows.
• Proficiency in Python, .NET, and modern frontend frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Design and improve AI-powered product features including chatbots and workflows.
• Translate requirements into reusable software components for scalable delivery.
• Integrate AI models, APIs and backend services into product workflows.
• Conduct backend API testing and automate key product workflows.
• Collaborate with product and engineering teams to define technical solutions.

Skills

Applied AI

Python

.NET

React/Next.js

APIs

AWS

Docker

Playwright

Education

Degree in Computer Science

Tools

Git

Docker

AWS

LLMs/AI frameworks

Job description

Experian is a global data and technology company, powering opportunities for people and businesses around the world. We help to redefine lending practices, uncover and prevent fraud, simplify healthcare, deliver digital marketing solutions, and gain deeper insights into the automotive market, all using our unique combination of data, analytics and software. We also assist millions of people to realise their financial goals and help them to save time and money.

We operate across a range of markets, from financial services to healthcare, automotive, agrifinance, insurance, and many more industry segments.

We invest in people and new advanced technologies to unlock the power of data and innovate. As a FTSE 100 Index company listed on the London Stock Exchange (EXPN), we have a team of 25,200 people across 32 countries. Our corporate headquarters are in Dublin, Ireland. Learn more at experianplc.com.

We are looking for an AI Product Engineer who can bridge product thinking, software engineering, and applied AI development. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys building practical AI-powered products from concept to launch, translating user needs into scalable features, and working across frontend, backend, APIs, automation, and AI model integration.

The AI Product Engineer will work closely with product, engineering, and business teams to prototype, build, test, and improve AI-enabled applications. You will be involved in developing intelligent user experiences, integrating AI capabilities into product workflows, validating system reliability, and continuously improving product performance based on user feedback and business requirements.

What you'll need to bring to the Team

• Strong foundation in software engineering, product development, and applied AI.
• Hands-on experience building AI-powered applications, chatbots assistants, or intelligent workflow tools.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, .Net or similar.
• Experience with modern frontend frameworks such as React, Next.js, Angular, or equivalent.
• Familiarity with AI/ML libraries and tools such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, LLMs, APIs, or AI agent frameworks.
• Ability to integrate frontend applications with backend APIs and validate end-to-end product behavior.
• Understanding of automation testing tools such as Playwright or similar testing frameworks.
• Practical knowledge of cloud, DevOps, and development tools such as AWS, Git, Docker, or equivalent.

What you'll be doing

• Design, build, and improve AI-powered product features, including chatbots, intelligent assistants, workflow automation, and AI-enhanced user experiences.
• Translate product requirements into reusable, scalable, and user-friendly software components.
• Integrate AI models, APIs, and backend services into product workflows.
• Conduct backend API testing to ensure reliable end-to-end system behavior.
• Build and maintain automated tests for key product workflows to improve quality and reduce manual testing effort.
• Collaborate with product managers and engineers to define product requirements and technical solutions.
• Prototype new AI product concepts and validate feasibility through rapid experimentation.
• Improve product reliability, usability, and performance through testing, debugging, and iteration.
• Research and evaluate emerging AI tools, frameworks, and product opportunities.
• Document technical decisions, workflows, and implementation details clearly.
• Support product launches, demonstrations, and continuous improvement cycles.

• You possess a Degree in Computer Science or equivalent.
• You are passionate about building real-world AI products that solve meaningful problems.
• You enjoy working across the full product lifecycle, from idea validation to implementation and testing.
• You think like both an engineer and a product builder, balancing technical quality with user value.
• You are curious about AI agents, automation, LLMs, intelligent systems, and emerging product experiences.