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Ekimetrics

Junior Software Engineer (6-month) – Hong Kong

Ekimetrics is hiring a Junior Software Engineer (6-month) – Hong Kong (Hong Kong SAR China). Level rates it ; you can apply on Ekimetrics.

Level's read on this job

  • Level rates this software engineer role Works on AI ●●●○: the daily work is on AI products, without building the model.
  • The posting mentions Databricks, Python and Azure among its tools and skills.
  • Level classes it as a junior role.
  • Ekimetrics has 30 other open roles on Level.

AI in this role

Contribute to software engineering, cloud data, and practical AI/GenAI application development projects as a junior software engineer.

DatabricksPythonAzure
software-developmentllmsmachine-learningdata-engineeringweb-development

Ekimetrics transforms how organizations make critical business decisions. Since 2006, we’ve been helping companies build sustained competitive advantage through AI-powered Managed Solutions. Our dual purpose is Competitiveness and Sustainability, because lasting leadership is built on both.

Our solutions are a unique combination of people and technology. We combine our Eki.Decisions platform with embedded experts in marketing, commercial effectiveness, and data science, connecting decisions across business domains to drive real, positive, scalable, and lasting impact.

With a full in-house team and offices in Paris, London, New York, Hong Kong, and Shanghai, we commit to responsibility and frugality in AI, systematically building competitive advantage, and being loyal to our values and DNA.

Your responsibilities

We are looking for a motivated Junior Software Engineer to join our team and contribute to a range of software engineering, AI, and data projects across clients.

The role provides exposure to modern cloud and data technologies, including Python, Azure, Databricks, LLMs, machine learning pipelines, data engineering, APIs, and web application development.

The ideal candidate enjoys learning new technologies, can work across software and data-related tasks, and is interested in building practical AI/GenAI applications and data solutions

The key objective is to support the team in hands-on software development and client communication on tech topics. Work on live engagements (e.g. Yusen, Toppan) end-to-end: implementation, demos, and technical discussions.

What you will do:

  • Design and implement features using modern web / application stacks.
  • Build AI-enabled features (chat, OCR automation, assistants, etc.) when needed.
  • Contribute to data/cloud work (Python, Azure, Databricks, APIs, ML/GenAI pipelines).
  • Deploy and maintain working applications.
  • Join standups, planning, and client-facing tech conversations.
  • Document work clearly; collaborate closely with the technical team.

Your profile

  • Language Skills: Fluent in Cantonese, Mandarin, and English, both spoken and written.
  • Location: Based in Hong Kong or able to work in Hong Kong.
  • Experience: Preferably 2 to 4 years of hands-on software development experience.
  • Core Skills: Modern web apps; shipping working software, not only prototypes
  • AI Fluency: Practical understanding and application of AI tools and the ability to build simple AI-powered product features.
  • Communication Skills: Ability to explain technical concepts clearly to non-engineering stakeholders.
  • Working Style: Demonstrates ownership and a strong client-delivery mindset.
  • Working Schedule: Available to work full-time (5 days per week).

Nice to have:

  • TypeScript/React/Next.js or equivalent;
  • Node/Python backend and cloud deploy;
  • Azure, Databricks, data engineering, or ML pipelines;
  • LLMs/OCR/chatbots;
  • Consulting or multi-client delivery;
  • Product thinking.

What we offer?

  • Attain experience in a global leader of Data Science & AI solutions.
  • Young & dynamic environment with a strong culture.
  • Close-knit team in Hong Kong with a friendly environment.
  • Creative and entrepreneurial spirit.
  • Prime location in Causeway Bay.

As an employer, Ekimetrics offers equal employment opportunities to all, regardless of gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, social status, disability, or age. Ekimetrics strives to develop an inclusive work environment that reflects diversity within its teams.

How we rate this

Junior Software Engineer (6-month) – Hong Kong at Ekimetrics rates 65 out of 100 for how much of the daily work is AI. That makes it Works on AI (AI Level 3 of 4). The level is about AI in the job, not seniority.

Classification

Works on AI. The daily work is on AI products, without building the model.

  1. ●●●● Builds AI80 to 100
  2. ●●●○ Works on AI60 to 79
  3. ●●○○ Uses AI40 to 59
  4. ●○○○ Little AI0 to 39

Levels come from how often the tools, models and workflows of the role are named in the posting itself. Read the description and count the AI tools, models and workflows it names.

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Skills and AI tools this role asks for

Software DevelopmentLLMsMachine learningData EngineeringWeb DevelopmentDatabricksPythonAzure

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  1. Tell me about a project where software development was part of your work. What did you do?
  2. Tell me about a project where llms was part of your work. What did you do?
  3. Tell me about a project where machine learning was part of your work. What did you do?
  4. Tell me about a project where data engineering was part of your work. What did you do?
  5. Tell me about a project where web development was part of your work. What did you do?

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