Junior AI/ML Engineer

Move Forward with Volt!

Volt is immediately hiring a Junior AI/ML Engineer in San Diego, CA.

As a Junior AI/ML Engineer, you will assist with: 

• Prototype and deliver generative AI and ML features that speed up engineering workflows and further development of our digital platform. This role emphasizes “vibe coding”: rapid, AI-assisted iteration (copilots/code chat) with disciplined habits—small pull requests, quick feedback, and tests that keep prototypes safe as they mature.
• Rapid prototyping (“vibe coding”): Build applications with AI-assisted coding tools, notebooks, and lightweight services; iterate in short cycles with frequent demos and feedback.
• LLM features: Implement and test use cases like search, summarization, and Q&A over documents/logs with guidance from senior team members.
• Integration: Package models into APIs/pipelines, work in a small-PR workflow, add unit/integration tests, and support deployment.

This is a full-time - long term temporary opportunity. The role will be on-site at the San Diego Facility.

Schedule:  Monday - Friday - 8am - 5pm. 

The ideal candidate will have:

• Bachelor’s degree in CS, Data Science, Mechanical Engineering, or related (or equivalent practical experience).
• 1-2 years of experience (internships, co-ops, research, or early-career roles) building software, data pipelines, or ML prototypes.
• Python proficiency with common data tools (Pandas/NumPy) and baseline software engineering practices (testing, readability).
• ML fundamentals and strong interest in generative AI/LLMs (evaluation, failure modes, responsible use).
• Exposure to PyTorch/TensorFlow or modern LLM tooling (Transformers, RAG/vector search libraries).
• Comfortable using Git and collaborating via pull requests.

Preferred Skills:

• AI-assisted prototyping (“vibe coding”): fast iteration with copilots/code chat, backed by tests, reviews, and lightweight evaluation.
• Good AI-tool hygiene: write clear prompts, review diffs critically, and protect sensitive data.
• Nice to have: RAG/embeddings and basic cloud/CI/CD exposure.

Pay Rate: $ 35.00-$48.00 Per Hour DOE

*Pay range offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors, including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties certifications, etc.

Qualified candidates should APPLY NOW for immediate consideration! Please hit APPLY to provide the required information, and we will be back in touch as soon as possible.

Benefits: Volt offers benefits (based on eligibility) that include the following: health, dental, vision, term life, short term disability, AD&D, 401(k), Sick time, and other types of paid leaves (as required by law), Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Volt is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits any kind of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Volt is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national origin, citizenship, social or ethnic origin, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by the statutes, rules, and regulations in the locations where it operates. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please email 

hr_dept@volt.com

Volt does not discriminate against applicants based on citizenship status, immigration status, or national origin, in accordance with 8 U.S.C. § 1324b.  The company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in a manner that complies with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws.

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