AI Vibe Coding Engineer

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client that is seeking an AI Vibe Coding Engineer in Armonk, NY.

Overview:
In this role, you will use AI coding assistants such as Cursor, Claude Code, GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT, Windsurf, and similar tools to rapidly transform ideas into functional prototypes, AI-powered applications, internal tools, and proof-of-concepts. You will work with LLMs, AI agents, RAG, MCP servers, APIs, and modern full-stack frameworks, collaborating closely with product, UX, and engineering teams.

The role is ideal for someone who is curious, comfortable with experimentation and ambiguity, and able to quickly learn and apply emerging AI-native development approaches while maintaining sound software engineering practices.

REQUIREMENTS:
* 2-3 years of software development experience, including candidates with strong academic, internship, personal, or open-source project experience
* Basic hands-on experience with React, Next.js, REST APIs, Git, and GitHub
* Strong programming fundamentals in Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, Node.js, or Golang
* Hands-on familiarity with AI-assisted development tools such as Cursor, Claude Code, GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT, Windsurf, or Replit AI
* Familiarity with Git-based development and software engineering practices
* Fundamental understanding of Generative AI, LLMs, Prompt Engineering, AI Agents, and RAG
* Basic understanding of MCP (Model Context Protocol) and how AI agents can interact with tools, APIs, and external systems
* Understanding of APIs, JSON, web services, and basic application architecture
* Exposure to building AI/LLM-based applications, chatbots, workflows, or proof-of-concepts through academic, internship, personal, or open-source projects
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to learn new technologies quickly
* Strong curiosity and enthusiasm for experimenting with emerging AI tools, frameworks, and developer productivity technologies

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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