Jr. Software Developer, AI & Business Applications

Do you want to contribute to the development of reliable business applications and AI powered solutions while progressively building the skills needed to take ownership of features, integrations, and AI agent implementations? KUKA's Business Apps team develops and maintains software solutions supporting Backoffice operations across the AMER region. We are looking for a motivated Junior Software Developer to join our team and contribute to the development of modern business applications, AI powered solutions, and intelligent automation. This position is ideal for a recent graduate or someone passionate about software development who is eager to learn, experiment with new technologies, and grow alongside an experienced team. Professional experience is not required. We value curiosity, problem solving skills, initiative, and a strong willingness to learn. NOTE: Although this is a remote role, we will only consider those who are within commutable distance of our corporate office in Sterling Heights, MI as there will be some occasional onsite requirements. Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain web applications, APIs, and integrations supporting business processes. Contribute to AI agent development using the Microsoft Agent Framework (MFA). Help integrate AI capabilities into existing applications and enterprise systems. Work with cloud technologies, primarily Microsoft Azure, to build and deploy software solutions. Collaborate with experienced developers on software design, testing, code reviews, and continuous improvement. Explore new technologies and identify opportunities to use AI and automation to improve business processes. Required Qualifications Knowledge of programming fundamentals and object-oriented programming. Experience with at least one programming language through academic projects, personal projects, internships, or professional work. Interest in web development, APIs, and modern software architectures. Strong problem-solving skills and a willingness to learn new technologies. Genuine interest in artificial intelligence, particularly AI agents and software development automation. Good communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team. Preferred Qualifications Basic understanding of REST APIs, SQL databases, and version control tools such as Git. Exposure to Microsoft Azure or another cloud platform. Personal, academic, or professional projects involving AI, automation, or web applications. Familiarity with AI development tools or agent frameworks is a plus but not required. KUKA is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr KUKA