Agentic Software Engineer (Java or Python)

Job#: 3057211
Job Description:
Agentic Software Engineer (Java or Python)
Location: Jersey City, New Jersey
Alternate Location: Dallas, Boston, Tampa
Role Overview
Our organization is seeking a highly skilled Software Engineer specializing in Generative AI and Agentic AI workflows to design and deliver enterprise-grade solutions. The successful candidate will leverage traditional software engineering principles alongside advanced large language model orchestration to build scalable, production-ready systems. This role requires an engineer capable of designing autonomous agentic behaviors and enhancing team productivity through AI-assisted development tools.
Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain production-grade applications using Python and Java.
• Build and deploy scalable microservices, REST APIs, and event-driven architectures.
• Implement Generative AI applications utilizing Retrieval Augmented Generation, vector search, and structured LLM interactions.
• Create and orchestrate AI agents, including task decomposition, function calling, multi-agent collaboration, and validation patterns.
• Integrate large language models via enterprise APIs and software development kits within cloud environments.
• Enhance engineering lifecycle efficiency by utilizing advanced AI development assistants for code generation, debugging, and testing.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and implement optimal AI-driven software patterns.

Required Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
Experience: Five to eight years of professional software development experience, including at least two years of practical experience using AI-powered development tools.
Technical Skills: Proficiency in Python, Java, SQL, REST APIs, microservices, databases, Git, automated testing, and CI/CD pipelines. Hands-on experience with vector databases, prompt engineering, and AI agent orchestration technologies is required.
Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Model Context Protocol and server development.
• Proficiency with AWS services including Bedrock, EC2, and S3.
• Familiarity with LLM observability, evaluation frameworks, and governance practices.
• Experience developing enterprise data and analytics solutions within Agile environments.

Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
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