Junior Python Developer – Web Scraping

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain robust APIs to support various applications and services.
• Design and implement scalable solutions using AWS cloud services.
• Utilize Python frameworks such as Flask and Django to build efficient and high-performance applications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather and analyze requirements for new features and enhancements.
• Ensure the security and integrity of applications by implementing best practices and security measures.
• Optimize application performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure smooth operation.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members.
• Conduct code reviews to ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices.
• Participate in agile development processes including sprint planning daily stand-ups and retrospectives.
• Develop and maintain documentation for code processes and procedures.
• Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies to continuously improve skills and knowledge.
• Contribute to the overall success of the company by delivering high-quality software solutions that meet business needs.
• Foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment that promotes innovation and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Possess strong expertise in developing and maintaining APIs.
• Demonstrate proficiency in AWS cloud services and their application in scalable solutions.
• Have extensive experience with Python frameworks such as Flask and Django.
• Exhibit strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address complex technical challenges.
• Show ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Display excellent communication skills to convey technical concepts clearly.
• Have a background in the Consumer Lending domain is a plus.
• Demonstrate commitment to continuous learning and staying updated with industry trends.
• Possess a strong understanding of agile development methodologies.
• Show experience in mentoring and guiding junior team members.
• Exhibit attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality software solutions.
• Demonstrate ability to work effectively in a hybrid work model.
• Show a proactive approach to identifying and addressing potential issues before they become problems.

You will:

• Collaborate with the I-Stem Voice AI team and CEO to design, build and ship new agent capabilities
• Develop, test and refine end-to-end voice agent models (ASR, NLU, dialog management, TTS)
• Stress-test agents in noisy, real-world scenarios and iterate for improved robustness and low latency
• Research and prototype cutting-edge techniques (e.g. robust speech recognition, adaptive language understanding)
• Partner with backend and frontend engineers to seamlessly integrate AI components into live voice products
• Monitor agent performance in production, analyze failure cases, and drive continuous improvement
• Occasionally demo our Voice AI solutions at industry events and user forums

You are:

• An AI/Software Engineer with hands-on experience in speech-centric ML (ASR, NLU or TTS)
• Skilled in building and tuning transformer-based speech models and handling real-time audio pipelines
• Obsessed with reliability: you design experiments to push agents to their limits and root-cause every error
• A clear thinker who deconstructs complex voice interactions from first principles
• Passionate about making voice technology inclusive and accessible for diverse users
• Comfortable moving fast in a small team, yet dogged about code quality, testing and reproducibility

Position Full-Time: Investment Engineering Associate

Specific Responsibilities

The Investment Engineering Associate’s main responsibilities will include supporting the investment team by building technology-based analytical tools. The Investment Engineering Associate will design and maintain workflows vital to the firm’s investment process - this ranges from creating adhoc analysis to information rich dashboard construction. Typical tasks will include web crawler scripting/collection, web application development, programming (including API integrations), and optimal database/library/query management.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Computer Science, Engineering, or Data Science

• 2+ years of experience • Candidates should have extensive experience with several of the following languages: Python, Ruby, C/C++, Javascript, HTML5, CSS3, SQL, PHP, etc.

• The Investment Solutions Associate should be familiar with Office VBA • Characteristics of the Solutions Associate include: effective communication skills, attention to detail, and strong ethical values

Description:

We are looking for a highly motivated Full Stack Backend Software Intern to join our team. The ideal candidate should have a strong interest in AI, LLM (Large Language Models), and related technologies, along with the ability to work independently and complete tasks with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities:

• Research and gather requirements for backend software projects.
• Develop, test, and maintain backend components of web applications.
• Collaborate with front-end developers to integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed and scalability.
• Implement security and data protection measures.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends.
• Complete tasks with minimal hand-holding and supervision.
• Assist with frontend tasks using JavaScript and React if required.

Requirements:

• Proficiency in backend development languages such as Python or Node.js
• Familiarity with frontend technologies like HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and React.
• Experience with relational and non-relational databases.
• Understanding of RESTful APIs and microservices architecture.
• Knowledge of AI, LLM, and related technologies is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and complete tasks with minimal supervision.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Computer Science or related field.

Benefits:

• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies in AI and LLM.
• Hands-on experience in developing backend systems for web applications.
• Mentorship from experienced developers and engineers.
• Flexible working hours and a supportive work environment.
• Possibility of a full-time position based on performance.
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If you are passionate about backend development, AI, and LLM, and are eager to learn and grow in a dynamic environment, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our team as a Full Stack Backend Software Intern.

• Drive the architecture and design of large-scale, multi-tiered, distributed software applications, tools, systems and services using object-oriented design, distributed programming, Java/Node/ Python, .Net.
• Hands on experience in delivering high quality software products.
• Gather business and functional requirements from external and/or internal customers and end-users, and translate requirements into technical specifications to build robust, scalable, supportable solutions that work well between a ranges of complex systems.
• Serve as technical lead throughout the full development lifecycle, end-to-end, from scoping, planning, conception, design, implementation and testing, to documentation, delivery and maintenance.
• Provide design reviews for other engineers, including feedback on architecture and design issues, as well as integration, performance and scalability.
• Manage resources on multiple technical projects and ensure schedules, milestones, and priorities are compatible with technology and business goals.