Jr. BACKEND PYTHON DEVELOPER

Jr. BACKEND PYTHON DEVELOPER (AI & DATA)

LOCATION: West Palm Beach, FL (Hybrid)

WORK LOCATION TYPE: Onsite 5 days per week

JOB TYPE: Full-time

SALARY: DOE

OVERVIEW

BrainWorks is seeking a Junior Backend Python Developer to support the development of backend systems that power an intelligent conversational AI platform. This role focuses on building and maintaining APIs, working with data workflows, and supporting the integration of AI/NLP features in a secure, scalable environment. You will collaborate closely with senior engineers and cross-functional teams while growing your skills in modern backend development and cloud technologies.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist in building and maintaining RESTful APIs and backend services using Python frameworks (FastAPI preferred).

Support integration of AI/NLP models and help manage model versions across environments.

Work with databases (SQL, NoSQL, and caching tools like Redis) under guidance from senior engineers.

Contribute to ensuring system reliability, data privacy, and secure design practices.

Collaborate with frontend and AI teams to support seamless end-to-end user experiences.

Participate in performance tuning, debugging, and improving backend reliability.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

2-3+ years of working experience building backend services using Python (FastAPI, Flask, or Django).

Basic understanding of cloud platforms (Azure preferred) and willingness to deepen cloud knowledge.

Familiarity with SQL/NoSQL databases and caching tools like Redis.

Exposure to (or strong interest in) AI/ML integrations in production systems.

Understanding of API authentication, basic security concepts, and writing secure code.

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or relevant experience/bootcamp background.

NICE-TO-HAVE:

Experience with asyncio, Azure App Services, or Azure Functions.

Familiarity with AI frameworks (Hugging Face, spaCy, OpenAI APIs).

Awareness of data privacy standards (HIPAA, GDPR).

DISCLAIMERS

In accordance with applicable federal, state, and local pay transparency and fair hiring laws, the target annual base salary range for this position is $85,000 - $100,000. Final compensation will be determined based on several factors, including but not limited to relevant experience, education, skills, qualifications, internal equity, and work location.

This position may also be eligible for additional forms of compensation as well as a comprehensive benefits package provided by the hiring employer. Benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, 401(k) or retirement plan, paid time off, and other employee programs.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

All hiring decisions are made by the hiring employer, which is expected to comply with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and verification requirements. BrainWorks complies with all applicable employment laws and encourages employers to provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and employment process.

Position ID: EB-