Software Development Engineer II – AI… at Yardi… · Cluj-Napo…

Who we are:

We are a software development company where people, passion, and technology come together to shape the future of real estate through our own innovative products.

Since opening our doors in 2010, our Cluj-Napoca office has grown into the second-largest Yardi location worldwide. As part of Yardi Systems, Inc., a global leader in real estate software, founded in 1984, we're connected to a network of over 45 offices and 10,000+ colleagues across the globe.

Our success is driven by a diverse team of more than 1,400 professionals, including software developers, marketers, consultants, data researchers, customer service specialists, and many more. Think you'd be a great fit? Join #TeamYardi.

Your impact:

We're looking for a Software Developer to join our AI Apps team at Yardi**,** focused on building AI-powered application experiences for Yardi products. 

Our first delivery is already live on the ChatGPT App Store, representing Yardi’s first step onto the platform. 

This is a small, focused team working at the intersection of AI infrastructure and product UI. The problems are genuinely new, the stack is modern, and the work ships to real users. 

You'll contribute across the full stack, from the MCP server layer to the React widget frontend, and you'll have the opportunity to own meaningful technical initiatives, not just execute tickets. If you're motivated by building things that are both technically interesting and immediately useful to people, you'll feel at home here.

This hybrid role requires working from the office at least once a week, so please take into account that you should be based in or near Cluj-Napoca.

What you’ll bring along:

• 4+ years of experience in software development, with strong TypeScript skills across both frontend and backend
• Experience with MCP (Model Context Protocol) - building MCP servers, writing tool definitions, understanding the client/server model (a strong plus)
• Solid React experience - you're comfortable with component architecture, state management, and performance considerations
• Experience building or consuming REST APIs and working with server-side TypeScript (Node.js / Express or similar)
• Familiarity with modern frontend tooling - Vite, Tailwind, Zod, or similar
• Experience with AI/LLM integration - tool-calling, agent workflows, prompt design, or thinking about how to test model behavior (a strong plus)
• A quality mindset - you think about testing, edge cases, and maintainability as part of the work, not after it
• Experience with Playwright or similar end-to-end testing frameworks (a plus)
• The ability to own a technical initiative end-to-end: scoping, building, iterating, and seeing it through
• Good communication and collaboration skills
• Motivation to learn, improve, and grow - especially in a space that's evolving quickly
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related technical field is preferred, or equivalent practical experience

What you’ll do:

• Contribute to both the MCP server (TypeScript/Express) and the React widget frontend, depending on where the work is
• Own and drive technical initiatives end-to-end, from scoping through delivery
• Make architectural and build pipeline changes as needed to support new capabilities
• Collaborate with the team and with partner product teams at Yardi for data and API integration
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to engineering standards

What you'll enjoy once you become part of the Yardi Romania team:

• A flexible hybrid work setup that blends the best of remote and office life.
• Up to $2,000 per year reimbursed for eligible learning and professional development expenses.
• 40 RON/working day meal tickets (taxable according to current legislation).
• Up to 26 vacation days to recharge your energy, based on tenure.
• Comprehensive private medical insurance (including dental care, physiotherapy & psychotherapy) for you and your dependents.
• Up to 20 days of EU remote work per year, subject to current policy.
• Annual salary review to keep it in line with your performance and industry changes.
• The possibility of a yearly bonus through our profit-sharing program.
• Life insurance for you & global travel insurance for you and your family.
• Currently granting a fixed monthly Work/Life Stipend for your well-being activities.
• Discounts at gyms, restaurants, and other service providers.
• All necessary equipment provided for both home and office setups.
• A modern, central workspace @ The Office in Cluj-Napoca, with an open-air terrace and game rooms to unwind.
• Fresh fruit, snacks, and specialty coffee available daily at the office.
• Engaging office events, themed parties, and team buildings.

Behind the Code: 3 Facts About Our Programming Department in Cluj You Should Know 

• Fact #1: We’re a team of 110+ colleagues in the programming team, so there’s plenty of support, mentorship, and new friends to meet!
• Fact #2: We place strong emphasis on stability at Yardi, and we’ve got the numbers to back it up. In 2024, our programming department had an impressive 97% retention rate!
• Fact #3: The average tenure in our programming team is 6.5 years! We’ve built a supportive, diverse team where people stay, grow, and enjoy working together.