{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"f59caf9cfd9b81322f6b5480","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/f59caf9cfd9b81322f6b5480","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/f59caf9cfd9b81322f6b5480","title":"AI Application Developer","description":"About the Company\nAPEX is a Silicon Valley startup building AI-powered educational robots that help children learn through personalized, interactive tutoring. Our flagship product combines conversational AI, voice interaction, animated characters, and visual teaching tools to create an engaging learning experience for students at home and in schools.\nWe are looking for an AI Tutor Application Developer to help build the software layer that powers our educational robot platform.\nThis is an opportunity to work at the intersection of Artificial Intelligence, Human-Robot Interaction, Educational Technology, and Real-Time Interactive Systems.\nLocation: Remote\nEmployment Type: Part-Time\nPosition Overview\nAs an AI Tutor Application Developer, you will be responsible for developing the core tutoring application that enables natural voice conversations, visual instruction, animated character interactions, and AI-powered educational experiences.\nYou will work closely with AI engineers, product designers, and hardware engineers to create a seamless learning experience for students.\nResponsibilitiesDevelop and maintain Python-based AI tutoring applications running on Raspberry Pi and Linux-based systems.\nIntegrate Large Language Models (LLMs) using Azure OpenAI and other AI services.\nBuild real-time conversational experiences using Speech-to-Text (STT) and Text-to-Speech (TTS) technologies.\nDesign and develop interactive graphical user interfaces using PyQt5 and Qt Graphics Framework.\nCreate dynamic educational visualization tools capable of rendering:\nMathematical equations\nGeometric diagrams\nCharts and graphs\nStep-by-step problem-solving illustrations\nDevelop animated virtual tutor characters with emotional states such as:\nListening\nThinking\nTeaching\nHappy\nConfused\nSurprised\nImplement synchronized voice, animation, and visual teaching workflows.\nBuild event-driven application architectures supporting real-time user interactions.\nOptimize application performance for Raspberry Pi and edge computing hardware.\nCollaborate with curriculum, AI, and robotics teams to improve tutoring effectiveness.\nDesign reusable software components and maintain clean, modular codebases.\nTroubleshoot and improve system responsiveness, stability, and user experience.\nRequired QualificationsBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Robotics, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).\nStrong proficiency in Python.\nExperience building desktop applications using PyQt5 or Qt.\nExperience integrating APIs and AI services.\nUnderstanding of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) principles.\nExperience with event-driven software architecture.\nFamiliarity with Git and collaborative software development workflows.\nStrong debugging and problem-solving skills.\nAbility to work independently in a fast-paced startup environment.\nPreferred QualificationsExperience working with Large Language Models (LLMs).\nExperience with Azure OpenAI Services or similar AI platforms.\nExperience integrating Speech-to-Text and Text-to-Speech systems.\nExperience developing educational technology applications.\nKnowledge of computer graphics, animation, or visualization systems.\nExperience with Raspberry Pi or embedded Linux systems.\nFamiliarity with asynchronous programming and real-time applications.\nUnderstanding of Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) or Human-Robot Interaction (HRI).\nExperience building interactive tutoring, gaming, or conversational AI products.\nTechnologies UsedPython\nPyQt5 / Qt Graphics Framework\nAzure OpenAI Services\nSpeech-to-Text (STT)\nText-to-Speech (TTS)\nRaspberry Pi\nLinux\nComputer Graphics & Visualization\nEvent-Driven Architecture\nObject-Oriented Programming\nReal-Time Audio Processing\nGit\nWhat You'll GainHands-on experience building real-world AI products.\nOpportunity to work on educational robotics and conversational AI.\nExposure to cutting-edge LLM technologies.\nDirect impact on product development and company growth.\nStartup environment with significant learning and ownership opportunities.\nPay: $110,783.87 - $133,417.13 per year\nWork Location: Remote","company":"Athes","rawCompany":"athes","city":"Remote","state":"OR","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-05T15:44:28.138Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1252.00","title":"Software Developers","slug":"software-developers"},{"code":"25-3041.00","title":"Tutors","slug":"tutors"},{"code":"15-1251.00","title":"Computer Programmers","slug":"computer-programmers"}],"industries":[{"code":"541511","title":"Custom Computer Programming Services","slug":"custom-computer-programming-services"},{"code":"513210","title":"Software Publishers","slug":"software-publishers"},{"code":"611710","title":"Educational Support Services","slug":"educational-support-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"AI Application Developer","description":"About the Company\nAPEX is a Silicon Valley startup building AI-powered educational robots that help children learn through personalized, interactive tutoring. Our flagship product combines conversational AI, voice interaction, animated characters, and visual teaching tools to create an engaging learning experience for students at home and in schools.\nWe are looking for an AI Tutor Application Developer to help build the software layer that powers our educational robot platform.\nThis is an opportunity to work at the intersection of Artificial Intelligence, Human-Robot Interaction, Educational Technology, and Real-Time Interactive Systems.\nLocation: Remote\nEmployment Type: Part-Time\nPosition Overview\nAs an AI Tutor Application Developer, you will be responsible for developing the core tutoring application that enables natural voice conversations, visual instruction, animated character interactions, and AI-powered educational experiences.\nYou will work closely with AI engineers, product designers, and hardware engineers to create a seamless learning experience for students.\nResponsibilitiesDevelop and maintain Python-based AI tutoring applications running on Raspberry Pi and Linux-based systems.\nIntegrate Large Language Models (LLMs) using Azure OpenAI and other AI services.\nBuild real-time conversational experiences using Speech-to-Text (STT) and Text-to-Speech (TTS) technologies.\nDesign and develop interactive graphical user interfaces using PyQt5 and Qt Graphics Framework.\nCreate dynamic educational visualization tools capable of rendering:\nMathematical equations\nGeometric diagrams\nCharts and graphs\nStep-by-step problem-solving illustrations\nDevelop animated virtual tutor characters with emotional states such as:\nListening\nThinking\nTeaching\nHappy\nConfused\nSurprised\nImplement synchronized voice, animation, and visual teaching workflows.\nBuild event-driven application architectures supporting real-time user interactions.\nOptimize application performance for Raspberry Pi and edge computing hardware.\nCollaborate with curriculum, AI, and robotics teams to improve tutoring effectiveness.\nDesign reusable software components and maintain clean, modular codebases.\nTroubleshoot and improve system responsiveness, stability, and user experience.\nRequired QualificationsBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Robotics, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).\nStrong proficiency in Python.\nExperience building desktop applications using PyQt5 or Qt.\nExperience integrating APIs and AI services.\nUnderstanding of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) principles.\nExperience with event-driven software architecture.\nFamiliarity with Git and collaborative software development workflows.\nStrong debugging and problem-solving skills.\nAbility to work independently in a fast-paced startup environment.\nPreferred QualificationsExperience working with Large Language Models (LLMs).\nExperience with Azure OpenAI Services or similar AI platforms.\nExperience integrating Speech-to-Text and Text-to-Speech systems.\nExperience developing educational technology applications.\nKnowledge of computer graphics, animation, or visualization systems.\nExperience with Raspberry Pi or embedded Linux systems.\nFamiliarity with asynchronous programming and real-time applications.\nUnderstanding of Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) or Human-Robot Interaction (HRI).\nExperience building interactive tutoring, gaming, or conversational AI products.\nTechnologies UsedPython\nPyQt5 / Qt Graphics Framework\nAzure OpenAI Services\nSpeech-to-Text (STT)\nText-to-Speech (TTS)\nRaspberry Pi\nLinux\nComputer Graphics & Visualization\nEvent-Driven Architecture\nObject-Oriented Programming\nReal-Time Audio Processing\nGit\nWhat You'll GainHands-on experience building real-world AI products.\nOpportunity to work on educational robotics and conversational AI.\nExposure to cutting-edge LLM technologies.\nDirect impact on product development and company growth.\nStartup environment with significant learning and ownership opportunities.\nPay: $110,783.87 - $133,417.13 per year\nWork Location: Remote","datePosted":"2026-08-05T15:44:28.138Z","dateModified":"2026-08-05T15:44:28.138Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Athes","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Remote","addressRegion":"OR","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"f59caf9cfd9b81322f6b5480"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/f59caf9cfd9b81322f6b5480"}}