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

Nelnet Philippines Inc; Philippines; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

Nelnet Philippines Inc is seeking a Mid-Level Software Engineer specializing in Java, Python, and AI to contribute to backend systems and AI-enabled applications. You will own features, collaborate with senior engineers, and translate requirements into practical implementations.

You will develop, enhance, and maintain backend services, support AI feature integration, and participate in code reviews to ensure production-ready software.

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

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