Junior AI Software Engineer
Summary
Junior AI Software Engineer builds and validates AI-assisted software specs, code, and tests in cross-functional squads using Java/Python/JavaScript and cloud-native tools.
Who we are
VOIS (Vodafone Intelligent Solutions) is a strategic arm of Vodafone Group Plc, creating value for customers by delivering intelligent solutions through Talent, Technology & Transformation.
As the largest shared services organisation in the global telco industry with 30,000 FTE, our portfolio of next-generation solutions and services are designed in partnership with customers across Vodafone Group, local markets, and partner markets to simplify and drive growth. With our strategic partner Accenture, we work alongside our Vodafone customers, other Telco and tech companies to drive transformation, meet the challenges of our industry and ensure we stay relevant and resilient. This partnership is a unique, industry-first model which brings together the best of in-house and 3rd party capability.
We work with customers across 28 countries from 10 VOIS locations: Albania, Egypt, Hungary, India, Romania, Spain, Turkey, UK, Germany, Ireland, and with a network of teams in Czech Republic, Italy, Greece, and Portugal.
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About this Role
We are seeking a Junior AI Software Engineer to work within the Digital&IT team, supporting the design, build and operation of core Digital&IT capabilities. In this role, the candidate will work in cross-functional squads and apply AI-enabled Software Development Life Cycle practices to help analyse existing systems, generate structured specifications, support software delivery and validate AI-generated outputs against engineering standards.
The role is suited to someone with a strong foundation in software engineering, an interest in AI-assisted delivery, and the ability to work collaboratively with engineers, architects and product teams to create reusable engineering artefacts and support incremental, specification-led development.
What you will do
- Support the analysis of existing systems to identify business logic, integration patterns and reusable capabilities.
- Use AI tools to support analysis of codebases and services, helping identify reusable logic and engineering patterns.
- Generate and refine specifications, acceptance criteria and user stories aligned with platform architecture.
- Create test scenarios and validation artefacts derived from specifications.
- Support the translation of business requirements into implementation-ready engineering artefacts.
- Collaborate with developers to ensure alignment between specifications, code and testing outputs.
- Validate AI-generated specifications, code suggestions, test scenarios and documentation to ensure accuracy, consistency, security and alignment with engineering standards.
- Support responsible AI-SDLC practices by identifying risks such as incomplete logic, security gaps and misalignment between business requirements and implementation.
- Contribute to incremental, thin-slice delivery while maintaining traceability between requirements, specifications and implementation.
- Assist with the implementation of services, APIs and platform components.
- Participate in agile ceremonies including refinement, planning, daily stand-ups and retrospectives.
- Contribute to AI-SDLC practices, templates and continuous improvement across D&IT squads.
Who you are
- Experience with at least one programming language such as Java, Python, JavaScript or similar.
- Understanding of APIs, web services and basic system integration concepts.
- Familiarity with modern development workflows including Git and CI/CD fundamentals.
- Awareness of AI and Large Language Model (LLM) tools and their application within software development.
- Exposure to cloud-native development concepts such as microservices, containers or cloud platforms.
- Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science or equivalent experience.
- Understanding of how AI tools can support software engineering, specification development and delivery workflows.
- Awareness of responsible AI practices, including validation, traceability, quality assurance and security considerations.
- Strong communication and documentation skills.
- Ability to collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams.
- Curiosity, adaptability and enthusiasm for continuous learning.
- Exposure to agile delivery and continuous improvement practices.
Not a Perfect Fit?
Concerned you may not meet every requirement? Vodafone is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. If you are excited about this role but your experience does not align exactly with every aspect of the job description, you are encouraged to apply. You may be the right candidate for this or another opportunity, and the recruitment team will support you in exploring where your skills fit best.
What’s in it for you
- Opportunity to work with AI-enabled software engineering practices in a fast-evolving technology environment.
- Exposure to specification-led and AI-assisted software delivery methodologies.
- Experience working alongside software engineers, architects and product teams.
- Development opportunities across AI, cloud-native technologies and modern engineering practices.
- Participation in innovative digital transformation programmes within D&IT.
What skills you will learn
- AI-assisted software engineering and AI-SDLC methodologies.
- System analysis and requirements decomposition techniques.
- Specification writing, user story creation and validation processes.
- API and service-based architecture design principles.
- Traceability between requirements, implementation and testing.
- Agile delivery and continuous improvement practices.
- Responsible AI usage within software development environments.
VOIS Equal Opportunity Employer Commitment
Vodafone recognises and celebrates the value of diversity in building a workforce that reflects the customers and communities it serves. No form of discrimination is tolerated. This includes, but is not limited to, discrimination based on race, colour, age, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, maternity or parental status, ethnicity, disability, religion or belief, political affiliation, trade union membership, nationality, citizenship, indigenous status, medical condition, HIV status, neurodiversity, social origin, cultural background, marital or civil partnership status, or socio-economic background.
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At Vodafone, we’re working hard to build a better future. A more connected, inclusive and sustainable world. As a dynamic global community, it's our human spirit, together with technology, that empowers us to achieve this.
We challenge and innovate in order to connect people, businesses, and communities across the world. Delighting our customers and earning their loyalty drive us, and we experiment, learn fast and get it done, together.
With us, you can be truly be yourself and belong, share inspiration, embrace new opportunities, thrive, and make a real difference.
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