Job  |  June 15, 2025

Join us: AI Developer @ Baobab Tech

The Role

We're seeking a part-time AI Developer who thrives in the evolving landscape of applied artificial intelligence (LLMs, VLMs, SLMs, etc). This isn't your typical developer role - we need someone who can navigate the intersection of human creativity and AI capability, building practical solutions that amplify human potential in the social impact space.

About Baobab Tech

Baobab Tech expands human potential with AI-enhanced digital solutions. We specialize in LLM-enhanced applications, focusing on aiding businesses and non-profits in the social impact space. Our human-centric approach leverages AI and cutting-edge technology to create sustainable digital solutions that enhance human capabilities while driving meaningful impact.

We're built on the principle that diverse teams create better solutions, particularly when developing technology for social impact.

We work with social good organizations, international development agencies, humanitarian organizations, government partners, and non-profits to build technology that amplifies their mission and effectiveness.

Technical Requirements

Core Stack:

  • Strong experience with Next.js and React ecosystem
  • Python proficiency for scripting and notebook environments
  • LLM application development beyond simple OpenAI model wrappers
  • Infrastructure experience across cloud platforms (Vercel, Azure, GCP, AWS)
  • Deep understanding of foundation model capabilities and limitations

Advanced AI Development:

  • Building robust validation flows for AI applications
  • Implementing observability and monitoring for LLM workflows
  • Designing and executing evaluations for AI application performance
  • Experience with agentic AI systems and complex AI workflows
  • Excellent context engineering skills

The New Reality of AI Development

We embrace AI-assisted coding with a critical difference: you must be able to explain every line of AI-generated code and articulate why you would refactor or re-prompt it. "Vibe coding" is great for prototyping, but professional accountability for prod code output is non-negotiable.

AI Developers can and should go beyond the code and understand the business and user needs.

Application Requirements

Portfolio Review: Submit examples of applications you've built, particularly those involving LLM integration or AI-enhanced features. We will schedule live discussions to walk through your codebase together.

Live Interview Process: No traditional questionnaires. Our interviews are live coding sessions where you'll develop solutions in real-time using AI tools. We want to see your thought process, problem-solving approach, and how you collaborate with AI.

What We Value Most

  • Problem-solving methodology: How you approach complex technical challenges
  • Professional communication: Clear explanation of technical decisions and trade-offs
  • Quality focus: Attention to detail in code, architecture, and user experience
  • Practical experience: Real-world application of skills in production environments
  • Mission alignment: Genuine interest in building solutions for social impact

Impact & Partners

Your work will directly contribute to solutions for organizations government agencies, and numerous international development partners addressing global challenges.

Position Details

  • Employment Type: Part-time, flexible hours
  • Remote-first: Global candidates welcome

Ready to Apply?

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Baobab Tech is committed to fostering inclusive hiring practices that promote diversity and address the underrepresentation of women, LGBTQ+ and transgender professionals, and other marginalized groups within tech and STEM fields. We believe that diverse perspectives are crucial for developing technology that serves everyone effectively. In light of current challenges facing DEI initiatives, we remain steadfast in our commitment to supporting human rights and equality. We strongly encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences, and we are dedicated to maintaining an inclusive workplace