Senior AI Engineer (Java/ Python/ PHP/ Node)

- Design, build, and maintain scalable software systems using modern programming languages and architecture patterns. - Develop and maintain APIs and integrate with databases to support core product functionality. - Build and manage microservices, ensuring systems are reliable, scalable, and easy to maintain. - Deploy and manage applications on cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure. - Use AI-assisted development tools (e.g., Claude Code, OpenAI Codex, Gemini CLI) to speed up coding and improve output quality. - Explore and experiment with LLMs, prompt engineering, and AI-driven workflows to find better ways of building software. - Prototype new ideas quickly, test them, and iterate based on results. - Stay current with emerging technologies and continuously improve development practices. - Collaborate with engineering teams to solve complex technical problems and improve system design. Requirements - 7+ years of professional software engineering experience. - Strong skills in at least one major programming language (Java, C++, Python, PHP, Node, etc.). - Willingness to learn new tools and technologies as needed. - Solid understanding of databases, APIs, and distributed systems. - Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure. - Experience working with microservices and API-driven architecture. - Comfortable using or exploring AI-assisted development tools. - Genuine interest in LLMs, prompt engineering, or AI-driven systems. - A curious, experimental mindset — willing to prototype and iterate quickly. Skills Required - Programming (Java, C++, Python, PHP, Node, or similar) - Databases & APIs - Distributed systems - Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) - Microservices architecture - AI-assisted development tools - LLMs / prompt engineering (interest) - Rapid prototyping & experimentation Originally posted on Himalayas