Jr. Python Developer

EarthCam•Upper Saddle River, NJ

8d•$55,000

About The Position

EarthCam is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Python Developer with a strong interest in Machine Learning to join our AI & R&D team. This role will support the development, testing, and maintenance of Python-based applications and services that power our computer vision, analytics, and cloud platforms. The ideal candidate is early in their career, eager to learn, and excited to grow in an environment working with real-world data, video, and AI-driven systems.

Requirements

Curious, eager to learn, and passionate about software development and Machine Learning
Interested in how data, AI, and computer vision are applied to real-world products
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills
Able to communicate clearly and ask thoughtful technical questions
Organized, dependable, and committed to high-quality work
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent practical experience)
0–2 years of experience with Python development
Basic experience with REST APIs and backend frameworks (FastAPI, Flask, or Django)
Familiarity with Git and version control
Understanding of SQL and basic database concepts
Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) is a plus
Interest in data, AI, or computer vision is a plus

Responsibilities

Build and maintain Python-based backend services and APIs that support EarthCam’s data and video platforms
Write clean, well-documented, and testable code
Collaborate with senior engineers and data scientists on debugging, optimization, and feature development
Assist with integrating and supporting machine learning models in production environments
Work with SQL and/or NoSQL databases for data storage and retrieval
Participate in code reviews and follow engineering best practices
Help monitor and improve system performance and reliability