Junior Software Engineer
About the role
Junior Software Engineer
Hybrid - Philadelphia, PA/Mount Laurel NJ
Contract-to-Hire
About the Role:
We’re looking for a Junior Software Engineer who is passionate about building the next generation of AI-driven systems. This role focuses on hands-on development of agentic AI solutions, infrastructure, and language model applications. This is a great opportunity for someone early in their career (about 1+ year experience) who is deeply engaged in AI/ML, experimentation, and building systems from the ground up.
What You’ll Do (Day-to-Day):
- Design, build, and deploy AI-driven applications, with a strong focus on agentic systems
- Develop and support infrastructure for AI/ML workflows
- Work with and integrate large language models (LLMs) into scalable systems
- Contribute across both software engineering and systems/infra layers
- Collaborate with engineering leadership and stakeholders to prototype and deliver solutions
- Participate in live demos and technical walkthroughs to showcase your work
Core Skills (Must-Have):
- Strong foundation in software development with exposure to AI/ML
- Experience or strong interest in agentic frameworks / autonomous AI systems ((key differentiator)
- Familiarity with LLMs and language model integrations
- Experience building or supporting infrastructure for AI systems
ABOUT EIGHT ELEVEN:
Eight Eleven Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, citizenship, disability, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Pay Disclaimer:
The pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
Responsibilities
- Design, build, and deploy AI-driven applications
- Develop and support infrastructure for AI/ML workflows
- Work with and integrate large language models into scalable systems
- Contribute across both software engineering and systems/infra layers
- Collaborate with engineering leadership and stakeholders
- Participate in live demos and technical walkthroughs
Qualifications
- Strong foundation in software development with exposure to AI/ML
- Experience or strong interest in agentic frameworks / autonomous AI systems
- Familiarity with LLMs and language model integrations
- Experience building or supporting infrastructure for AI systems
Skills mentioned
About Brooksource
At Brooksource, relationships are at the center of everything we do. Since 2000, we have built lasting relationships with our clients, consultants, and the communities we support, creating an unparalleled experience. As a trusted talent solutions provider, we excel at delivering Engineering and IT services for enterprise clients and the public sector. Whether you are seeking specific skillsets through our Experience-Driven Staffing, the high-level advisory and strategic teams of our Professional Services, or the targeted upskilling enabled by our Workforce Transformation program, Elevate, we tailor our solutions to your unique needs. We pair this relationship-focused approach with strategic partnerships across technology and engineering, a national delivery network, and local market expertise to deliver informed perspectives that accelerate your workforce strategy. Brooksource is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.