Backend AI Engineer II (Java/Python) - Feature Ownership

Nelnet Philippines Inc; Philippines; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Nelnet Philippines Inc is seeking a Mid-Level Software Engineer with Java and Python backend skills and an AI/ML focus to contribute to backend systems and AI-enabled applications. You will own features, translate requirements into tasks, and collaborate with senior engineers and cross-functional teams.

The role emphasizes delivering production-ready software, applying security and performance best practices, and continuously improving technical skills within an Agile environment.

Qualifications

• Practical experience as a Software Engineer, Backend Developer, or AI/ML-focused Engineer.
• Working experience with Python for backend or AI-related development.
• Solid experience with Java for backend or enterprise applications.
• Understanding of backend concepts such as service integration, error handling, and security basics.
• Familiarity with SQL and relational databases; NoSQL exposure is a plus.
• Foundational to practical understanding of AI, machine learning, LLMs, and prompt engineering concepts.
• Experience working in an Agile development environment.
• Ability to work independently on assigned tasks while knowing when to seek guidance.

Responsibilities

• Develop, enhance, and maintain backend services and APIs using Java and Python
• Support the implementation and integration of AI or machine learning features
• Translate requirements into technical tasks and practical implementation approaches
• Write clean, well-structured, maintainable, and production-ready code
• Participate actively in code reviews, testing, debugging, and release preparation
• Assist in data processing, analysis, and AI model integration tasks
• Collaborate with team members, stakeholders, and senior engineers to deliver assigned features
• Apply best practices in security, performance, reliability, and maintainability
• Continuously improve technical skills and stay updated on relevant technologies

Skills

Backend development

Java

Python

AI/ML basics

SQL

Agile

Team collaboration

Job description

Nelnet Philippines Inc is seeking a Mid-Level Software Engineer with Java and Python backend skills and an AI/ML focus to contribute to backend systems and AI-enabled applications. You will own features, translate requirements into tasks, and collaborate with senior engineers and cross-functional teams.

The role emphasizes delivering production-ready software, applying security and performance best practices, and continuously improving technical skills within an Agile environment.