Junior Software Engineer

Zof AI; San Francisco, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Zof AI in San Francisco, CA is seeking a Junior Software Engineer to build product features with guidance from senior engineers, and to use AI tools to accelerate learning and execution from day one. You will contribute to frontend, backend, testing, and internal tooling, participate in code reviews, and document your work clearly while taking ownership of tasks and delivering with consistency.

Strong programming fundamentals, evidence of projects or internships, high learning velocity, and

Qualifications

• Strong programming fundamentals.
• Evidence of projects, internships, open-source work, or self-directed learning.
• High learning velocity.
• Strong curiosity about AI and software products.
• Willingness to use AI tools deeply.
• Clear communication.
• Discipline and reliability.
• Ability to work in a high-performance environment.

Responsibilities

• Build product features with guidance from senior engineers.
• Use AI tools to accelerate learning and execution.
• Contribute to frontend, backend, testing, and internal tooling.
• Participate in code reviews and technical discussions.
• Improve through fast feedback and disciplined practice.
• Document work clearly.
• Take ownership of assigned tasks and deliver with consistency.

Skills

Strong programming fundamentals

High learning velocity

Strong curiosity about AI and software

Clear communication

Discipline and reliability

Ability to work in high-performance

Willingness to use AI tools deeply

Tools

TypeScript

React

Next.js

Node.js

Python

Prisma

PostgreSQL

Cursor

Claude Code

Codex

Job description

Zof AI is seeking high-potential Software Engineers who are early in their careers but demonstrate exceptional curiosity, discipline, and learning velocity. This role is designed for builders who want to grow quickly, work closely with senior engineers, use AI tools deeply, and contribute to meaningful product development from the beginning.

Engineering · Junior / Level 2 · Full-time · On-site · San Francisco, CA

Responsibilities

• Build product features with guidance from senior engineers.
• Use AI tools to accelerate learning and execution.
• Contribute to frontend, backend, testing, and internal tooling.
• Participate in code reviews and technical discussions.
• Improve through fast feedback and disciplined practice.
• Document work clearly.
• Take ownership of assigned tasks and deliver with consistency.

Requirements

• Strong programming fundamentals.
• Evidence of projects, internships, open-source work, or self-directed learning.
• High learning velocity.
• Strong curiosity about AI and software products.
• Willingness to use AI tools deeply.
• Clear communication.
• Discipline and reliability.
• Ability to work in a high-performance environment.

Nice to have

• Experience with TypeScript, React, Next.js, Node.js, Python, Prisma, Postgres, or similar technologies.
• Experience using Cursor, Claude Code, Codex, or similar AI coding tools.
• Portfolio or GitHub projects.
• Interest in AI agents, testing, quality automation, or developer tools.

Strong interest in AI-native software development required