Junior AI / OpenClaw.ai Developer

We are hiring a junior or entry-level developer to work hands-on with OpenClaw.ai and related AI systems. This role is ideal for someone early in their career who already has programming experience in Python or JavaScript and wants to go deep into AI agents, automation, and applied LLM systems. You do not need years of professional experience. You do need curiosity, strong fundamentals, and a willingness to build and experiment every day.

This role can be full-time or part-time, making it a strong fit for students, early-career developers, or engineers looking to transition into AI and security while maintaining other commitments.

What You Will Do

• Build and test AI agents using OpenClaw.ai
• Develop automations and AI tools
• Integrate APIs, tools, and third-party services

Security Exposure and Career Growth

You will work alongside a technical security team with both offensive and defensive expertise.

As part of your role, you will:

• Learn how AI systems introduce new security risks
• Understand threat modeling for agent-based systems
• Gain exposure to real-world offensive techniques and defensive controls
• Develop secure coding habits from day one

Cyber security is becoming central to every modern technology stack, especially AI systems. This role is designed to give you practical exposure that prepares you for a future where security knowledge is foundational across engineering roles.

If you are interested in building AI systems and understanding how to secure them, this role offers a rare combination of both., * A short note about your programming experience

• Links to GitHub or projects
• A brief explanation of why AI agents or security interest you

Relevant terms: Python, JavaScript, REST APIs, Git, AI Agents (Agentic AI), Automation, API Integration, LLM APIs, Prompt Injection, Threat Modeling, AI Security

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Do you have experience in System security?, Do you have a Master's degree?, * Boot-camp graduates

• Developers with 0 to 3 years of experience
• Engineers transitioning into AI from traditional web or back-end roles
• Students seeking meaningful part-time technical work

If you can write working Python or JavaScript and understand APIs, we'd love to have you - but even if you're a persistent vibe-coder and have built some cool stuff you might just be a good fit!, * Working knowledge of Python or JavaScript

• Basic understanding of REST APIs
• Familiarity with Git
• Strong problem-solving mindset
• Persistent mentality

Nice to Have

• Experience working with LLM APIs
• Exposure to automation tools or agent frameworks
• Interest in cyber security or system security
• Experience deploying small apps or scripts

What You Will Gain

• Deep exposure to AI agent systems
• Practical automation experience
• Mentorship and structured learning opportunities
• Career positioning at the intersection of AI and cyber security