Junior AI Developer
Sourcebooks is an independent publisher recognized for innovation and a mission-driven approach. They are seeking a Junior AI Developer to join their Automation & AI team, focusing on building AI-powered applications and workflow automations to enhance publishing efficiency. Responsibilities Build and maintain AI-powered applications that transform how we publish books Develop workflow automations that integrate AI functionality with our existing publishing systems Collaborate directly with teams across the company to understand their challenges and translate business needs into technical solutions Create clear documentation that helps both technical and non-technical users understand and maintain the systems you build Learn continuously through hands-on work, code reviews, and mentorship from experienced developers Skills Working knowledge of Python for scripting and automation, along with familiarity with AI concepts and at least one major AI API (OpenAI, Anthropic, or Google AI) You understand version control with Git, basic testing practices, and how to organize code effectively You're comfortable working with REST APIs and webhooks, and you have experience manipulating data in formats like JSON and CSV 0-2 years of professional software development experience or demonstrated personal/academic projects using AI/ML technologies You have a portfolio (GitHub, personal website, or academic work) that shows your hands-on coding experience and problem-solving approach You have a strong interest in AI/ML and genuine enthusiasm for building production applications that solve real business problems You're eager to learn rapidly in the fast-changing AI landscape and excited by the challenge of solving business problems with technology You communicate clearly in writing and conversation, ask good questions, and know when to seek help You work well in teams, welcome feedback, and approach challenges with curiosity and analytical thinking You're committed to continuous improvement and building reliable, user-friendly systems that enhance rather than replace human creativity Benefits Medical/Prescription drug insurance Dental Vision Health Care Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account Health Savings Account 401(k) Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance Life/AD&D Insurance & generous paid time off Company Overview Sourcebooks is a publishing house focused on publishing books under many categories, including romance novels, gift books, and more. It was founded in 1987, and is headquartered in Naperville, Illinois, USA, with a workforce of 201-500 employees. Its website is