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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Junior AI Applied Python Backend Engineer - **Company:** Code X London - **Location:** London, UK - **Experience:** Starter - **Salary:** £30,000.0 - £35,000.0 - **Contract:** Internship / Graduate position - **Skills:** Clean Code Principles, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Unit Testing, Microsoft Azure, Code Review, Databases, Database Design, Software Debugging, Eclipse (Software), Revision Control Systems, JSON, Python (Programming Language), PostgreSQL, Linux System Administration, Microsoft Visual Studio, Microsoft SQL Server, MongoDB, MySQL, Systems Development Life Cycle, Cloud Services, Oop Languages, Simple Object Access Protocol (SOAP), Software Deployment, Software Engineering, Subversion, UML, Web Services, Extensible Markup Language (XML), ReactJS, Backend, Git, AngularJS, Information Technology, Data Analytics, Front End Software Development, Restful APIs, Software Version Control, Microservices - **Published:** July 26, 2026 - **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=11d3541497db9fa5 ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field. * Proven experience with Python programming language in a backend development context. * Familiarity with REST APIs, web services (SOAP), XML, JSON, and API documentation best practices. * Basic understanding of cloud services like AWS or Azure for deploying applications. * Knowledge of database systems including MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQL Server, or MongoDB. * Exposure to front-end technologies such as Angular or React is a plus but not required. * Experience with software development lifecycle (SDLC), version control tools (Git/GitHub), and debugging techniques. * Strong problem-solving skills with an emphasis on clean code architecture following OOP principles. * Ability to work effectively in Linux environments and utilize tools like Visual Studio or Eclipse for development tasks. Join us to be part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to harnessing AI technology through innovative backend solutions! We value passionate developers eager to grow their skills in a dynamic environment that encourages continuous learning and collaboration. ## Description We are seeking a motivated Junior AI Applied Python Backend Engineer to join our innovative technology team. In this role, you will contribute to developing and maintaining cutting-edge AI-driven backend solutions, leveraging your Python expertise and understanding of software development principles. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work with advanced technologies such as cloud platforms, RESTful APIs, microservices, and database management systems. Your enthusiasm for learning and problem-solving will drive the creation of scalable, efficient, and robust applications that support our AI initiatives and digital transformation efforts., * Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and optimize backend services using Python and related frameworks. * Implement RESTful APIs to facilitate seamless communication between front-end applications and backend systems. * Assist in integrating AI models into production environments, ensuring performance and reliability. * Contribute to database design, management, and optimization using MySQL, PostgreSQL, or MongoDB to support data-driven features. * Participate in code reviews, unit testing, debugging, and troubleshooting to maintain high-quality code standards. * Support deployment processes on cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure, ensuring scalable and secure solutions. * Document technical specifications using UML diagrams and maintain version control with Git or SVN. ## Related Videos - [WeAreDevelopers LIVE - Bitpanda’s AI First Approach](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1841-wearedevelopers-live-bitpanda-s-ai-first-approach) - [Tips and Tricks for Working with JSON](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1229-tips-and-tricks-for-working-with-json) - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [ChatGPT and Java: A Match Made in Heaven or Hell?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/536-chatgpt-and-java-a-match-made-in-heaven-or-hell) - [Introducing JSON Structure](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100219-introducing-json-structure) - [Git for Code Reviews](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/429-git-for-code-reviews) ## Related Articles - [How to Become an AI Engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/331-how-to-become-an-ai-engineer) - [Dev Digest 121 - AI goes offline](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/456-dev-digest-121-ai-goes-offline) - [Navigating the AI Shift](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/629-navigating-the-ai-shift) - [Find a Developer Job: 12 Best Job Sites For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/165-find-a-developer-job-12-best-job-sites-for-developers) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs)