AI-Powered Backend Engineer I

Rocket Companies, Inc.; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Rocket Companies, Inc. is seeking an entry-level Software Engineer I to design and build backend services powering AI-driven communication experiences. You will work with .NET and TypeScript to develop agent platforms for phone and chat interactions, contributing to reliable, scalable systems.

Collaboration with cross-functional teams and code reviews are core parts of the role. You will gain exposure to cutting-edge technologies, participate in continuous learning, and help shape robust backend

Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional software development experience post-graduation.
• Proficiency in .NET and TypeScript or Node.js.
• Strong understanding of backend development principles and GraphQL.
• Ability to write clean, well-documented code and collaborate effectively with team members.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop backend services and APIs using .NET and TypeScript to support AI-driven agent platforms.
• Build and optimize TypeScript-based agents that power phone and chat communication experiences.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate AI agent solutions with existing systems and infrastructure.
• Write clean, maintainable code following best practices and participate in code reviews to ensure quality standards.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues in production environments, ensuring reliability and performance.
• Contribute to the architecture and design of scalable backend systems that support high-volume communication workflows.
• Participate in continuous learning and professional development to stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends.

Skills

TypeScript

.NET

GraphQL

Backend development

Code reviews

Node.js

Tools

Git

Containerization

Job description

Rocket Companies, Inc. is seeking an entry-level Software Engineer I to design and build backend services powering AI-driven communication experiences. You will work with .NET and TypeScript to develop agent platforms for phone and chat interactions, contributing to reliable, scalable systems.

Collaboration with cross-functional teams and code reviews are core parts of the role. You will gain exposure to cutting-edge technologies, participate in continuous learning, and help shape robust backend