Junior Software Engineer AI Enabled
We are seeking entry-level or junior candidates with a technical background and genuine interest in software development, data and AI technologies. Selected candidates will join a structured technical training program before being deployed in technology teams, working alongside experienced colleagues. Advanced AI expertise is not required — we prioritize solid foundations, learning agility and curiosity.
- Develop and maintain software applications (backend, frontend or full-stack, depending on path).
- Build, integrate and test APIs and application services; work with relational and/or NoSQL databases.
- Perform debugging, troubleshooting and version control (Git/GitHub).
- Collaborate within Agile teams; produce clear technical documentation.
- Use and critically validate Generative AI tools for coding, documentation and prototyping; contribute to AI service/API integration after training.
For this position, the proposed employment classification is C2 under the Italian Metalworking Industry Collective Labor Agreement (CCNL Metalmeccanico – C011).
The expected gross annual salary ranges from €26,843.44 to €28,748.59.
- Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, STEM or related field — or equivalent technical education / hands-on experience.
- Good English proficiency for technical training, documentation and international collaboration.
- Solid understanding of programming fundamentals and algorithmic thinking; hands-on knowledge of at least one language (Java, Python or JavaScript/TypeScript preferred).
- Exposure to one or more of: OOP, web development, APIs, databases or software testing. Git/GitHub familiarity is a plus.
- Strong motivation, problem-solving mindset, learning agility and collaborative attitude.
Preferred Technical Background:
- Backend & Engineering (Java / Spring Boot · Python · REST APIs · SQL/PostgreSQL · Testing)
- Web & Full-Stack (HTML5/CSS3/JS ES6+ · React or Vue.js · Node.js/Django · NoSQL)
- Data, Automation & AI (Python/Pandas/NumPy · ML or GenAI concepts · Script/API automation)
The training program will also develop skills in:
- AI/ML/LLM and GenAI fundamentals, AI coding assistants, Prompt engineering, RAG and embeddings basics.
- Critical evaluation of AI outputs, Responsible AI principles (privacy, security, IP, human oversight), AI-assisted development and testing.
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