Software Engineer I - AI at Systems, LLC… · Oak Brook

Summary: Chamberlain Group (CG) is a global leader in intelligent access and a Blackstone portfolio company. They are seeking a Software Engineer I - AI to contribute to the development of AI-powered applications and internal tools, emphasizing learning and hands-on development in the field of Generative AI. Responsibilities: - Contribute to development of AI-powered applications and internal tools - Build and test features using LLMs, APIs, and modern development frameworks - Use AI coding tools (Cursor, Claude, Codex, Copilot, etc.) to accelerate development and improve code quality - Assist in building prototypes and proof-of-concepts for new AI features - Support integration of AI services into mobile, web, and backend systems - Participate in code reviews, sprint planning, and technical discussions - Write clean, well-documented, maintainable code - Learn and apply best practices in software engineering and AI development - Collaborate with product managers, designers, and senior engineers - Comply with health and safety guidelines and rules; managers should also ensure compliance across their teams - Protect Chamberlain Group’s reputation by keeping information confidential - Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reading professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies - Contribute to the team effort by accomplishing related results and participating on projects as needed Required Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field (or graduating soon) - Internship, coursework, or personal projects involving: Generative AI, Chatbots or assistants, AI-assisted coding workflows, and/or Automation tools - Strong fundamentals in computer science and software engineering - Coursework in System Design, Distributed Systems - Proficiency in at least one programming language (Python preferred; JavaScript/TypeScript also useful) - Familiarity with REST APIs, Git, and modern development workflows - Experience using AI coding tools such as: Cursor, Claude, Codex / Copilot, ChatGPT or similar tools - Understanding of basic LLM concepts: Prompt engineering, API-based model usage, Retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) basics - Ability to debug and iterate quickly - Strong curiosity and willingness to learn new tools and frameworks - Good communication and teamwork skills - Ability to travel up to 10% of the time domestically and internationally Preferred Qualifications: - Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field - Experience in IoT, software services, video, and AI - Preferred internship experience in AI-focused startups, developer-tooling or cloud platforms, consumer technology/IoT companies, or enterprise SaaS organizations building applications with Generative AI and modern software tools - Portfolio, GitHub, or demo projects strongly preferred Required Skills: Generative AI, OpenAI APIs, AI coding tools Important Skills: Python, REST APIs, Git Nice-to-Have Skills: curiosity, Teamwork skills Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package, 401k contribution, Participation in a short-term incentive plan