Passways Software Engineer II – Java/Python/AI (Work From Home)

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

We are looking for a Mid-Level Software Engineer – Java/Python/AI to contribute to the development of backend systems and AI-enabled applications. This role is ideal for an engineer with hands-on development experience who can own assigned features or components while collaborating with senior engineers and cross-functional teams.

The Mid-Level Software Engineer will focus on technical direction: translating requirements into practical implementation plans, making sound development decisions within assigned scope, and delivering production-ready software and AI-driven features.

Passways Team for data services, working on client data translation and visualization across multiple markets.

Job 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 and Duties

• 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

Our Values

• Creating an awesome work environment
• Pursuing opportunities for diversification and growth
• Communicating openly and honestly
• Giving back to the communities in which we live and work