AI‑First Junior Engineer

Capgemini • Dallas, TX

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

The AI-First Junior Engineer is an early-career software engineer who develops, tests, modernizes, and supports software systems in an AI-augmented delivery environment. This role leverages AI tools as a default assistant while building strong foundations in software design, quality, security, and production discipline. Operating within a human-on-the-loop model, the engineer learns to apply sound judgment, identify risks, and escalate appropriately—ensuring AI accelerates productivity without compromising accountability.

Requirements

• 1–3 years of software engineering experience (including internships or co-op experience)
• Knowledge of at least one modern programming language
• Familiarity with Git-based version control and CI/CD concepts
• Strong interest in AI, automation, and modern engineering practices

Nice To Haves

• Exposure to cloud platforms and API-based architectures
• Experience working in agile or POD-based delivery models
• Basic understanding of testing frameworks or automation tools

Responsibilities

• Use AI tools to assist with coding, refactoring, unit testing, and documentation
• Follow approved AI usage standards, policies, and guardrails
• Learn when to accept AI recommendations and when to seek review from senior engineers
• Implement well-defined features and enhancements under guidance
• Assist in modernizing existing applications through refactoring and API updates
• Ensure all changes meet quality, security, and compliance standards
• Participate in structured production support rotations
• Use AI-assisted diagnostics to investigate and analyze incidents
• Apply fixes (reviewed by senior engineers) to reduce recurring issues
• Adhere to coding standards and AI-assisted quality gates within CI/CD pipelines
• Participate in peer code reviews and release readiness activities
• Ensure traceability and observability requirements are met
• Work collaboratively within an AI-enabled POD
• Partner with Senior and Lead Engineers
• Build skills in AI-augmented workflows, systems thinking, and analytical problem-solving

Benefits

• Paid time off based on employee grade (A-F), defined by policy: Vacation: 12-25 days, depending on grade, Company paid holidays, Personal Days, Sick Leave
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage (or provincial healthcare coordination in Canada)
• Retirement savings plans (e.g., 401(k) in the U.S., RRSP in Canada)
• Life and disability insurance
• Employee assistance programs
• Other benefits as provided by local policy and eligibility

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed