Junior AI Agent Developer

Job Title: Junior AI Agent Developer
Location: New York City, NY (Hybrid)
Employment Type: Contract (W2 through Zip Staff — No C2C or 1099)

Zip Staff is seeking a Junior AI Agent Developer to help build, test, and support enterprise conversational AI agents and the web experiences around them at a major utility organization.

You will work alongside senior engineers on Google Cloud Platform (GECX / Dialogflow CX), connect agents to Azure and Service Now, and build front-end interfaces. This is a junior development seat with mentorship.

• Build and test conversational flows, intents, route groups, and LLM-powered tools in GECX / Dialogflow CX.
• Contribute to agents built with Google’s Agent Development Kit (ADK).
• Develop and maintain REST APIs, webhooks, and small services in Python that connect agents to Service Now and Azure.
• Write SQL queries for agent lookups, reporting, and conversational analytics.
• Create responsive, accessible interfaces using HTML, CSS, and Type Script / JavaScript.
• Help maintain Azure Dev Ops pipelines and write unit, API, and front-end tests.
• Participate in Agile / SAFe ceremonies and keep documentation current.

• Up to 5 years of professional experience (junior / early-career).
• Working proficiency in Python (required).
• Experience with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript or Type Script.
• Understanding of REST APIs, JSON, MCP, and webhooks.
• SQL skills.
• Experience with Git and a modern IDE such as VS Code.
• Exposure to unit testing (PyTest, Jest, or xUnit).
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Able to work hybrid in New York City, NY.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.

• Hands-on exposure to Dialogflow CX, chatbots, or any LLM-based application (coursework or personal projects acceptable).
• Exposure to Google’s Agent Development Kit (ADK).
• Basic prompt engineering and intent classification.
• Familiarity with Azure Dev Ops pipelines.
• Exposure to .NET (C#) or Service Now REST APIs.
• Degree or relevant certifications.

• Health Insurance.
• Dental Insurance.
• Vision Insurance.
• 401(k) + 401(k) matching.
• Paid time off.
• Referral Program.

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