Junior AI-Driven Backend Engineer (Java/Python)

Nelnet Philippines Inc; Philippines; On-site; PHP 200,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Nelnet Philippines Inc. seeks a Junior Software Engineer – Java/Python/AI to support backend systems and AI-enabled applications.

This role is ideal for gaining hands-on experience in software engineering, backend development, and applied AI under clear technical direction and guidance from more experienced engineers. The Junior Software Engineer will focus on executing clearly defined tasks, writing clean code, learning established patterns, and delivering reliable features with the team.

Qualifications

• Foundational experience in software engineering or AI/ML-related development.
• Basic Python for backend or AI-related development.
• Basic Java for backend or enterprise applications.
• Foundational understanding of RESTful APIs, databases, and version control using Git.
• Exposure to AI and machine learning concepts, including LLMs or prompt engineering, is a plus.
• Ability to follow technical direction, ask questions, and learn from feedback.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain assigned backend services and APIs using Java and Python.
• Support the implementation and integration of AI or machine learning features.
• Write clean, well-structured, and maintainable code based on team standards.
• Participate in code reviews, testing, debugging, and documentation activities.
• Assist in data processing, analysis, and AI model integration tasks.
• Collaborate with team members to understand requirements and complete assigned tasks.
• Follow best practices in security, performance, and reliability under guidance.
• Continuously improve technical skills and stay updated on relevant technologies.

Skills

Backend development

Python

Java

RESTful APIs

Git

AI/ML basics

Team collaboration

Willingness to learn

Tools

Git

Job description

Nelnet Philippines Inc. seeks a Junior Software Engineer – Java/Python/AI to support backend systems and AI-enabled applications.

This role is ideal for gaining hands-on experience in software engineering, backend development, and applied AI under clear technical direction and guidance from more experienced engineers. The Junior Software Engineer will focus on executing clearly defined tasks, writing clean code, learning established patterns, and delivering reliable features with the team.