AI Software Developer (Internal Tools)

WorkBetterNow () provides full-time positions for professionals in LATAM looking to work with United States-based companies. Our remote professionals come first and are the most important part of our team. If you want to be part of a company that values work-life balance and supports your professional development, you’re in the right place. We are looking for Professionals living in LATAM and the Caribbean, proficient in English , who align with our company's core values. The ideal candidate is someone seeking remote work, valuing work-life balance, and demonstrating job stability, commitment, and eagerness for career development. Our Core Values Put our Talent first Pursuit of excellence/continuous learning Integrity and transparency Ownership mentality Growth mindset Excellent attitude Job Description:We are seeking an AI Software Developer to design, build, and ship internal applications that replace selected third-party software and streamline operations. Using AI-assisted development tools, you'll rapidly prototype and deliver production-ready tools that reduce software licensing costs and scale with the business. This role combines hands-on engineering with a product mindset—turning business problems into working software quickly, securely, and cost-effectively. Key Responsibilities While your duties will depend on the specific needs of your client, they will include, but not be limited to: Rapid Internal App Development Build, ship, and maintain internal web applications and tools using AI-assisted development environments Translate business requirements into working software quickly, prioritizing speed to value without sacrificing reliability Prototype, iterate, and deploy tools that replace existing paid SaaS subscriptions System Replacement & Cost Reduction Partner with leadership to identify high-cost software that can be replaced with purpose-built internal tools Estimate and track cost savings delivered by each replacement project Make data-driven build versus buy decisions based on cost, maintainability, and risk Quality, Security & Maintainability Write clean, documented, and maintainable code; follow source control and deployment best practices Apply security and data protection standards to all internal tools Build with maintainability in mind so tools remain supportable as the business grows Collaboration & Delivery Work directly with stakeholders across departments to scope, prioritize, and demo new tools Maintain a transparent backlog and communicate progress, blockers, and tradeoffs clearly Document each tool thoroughly so the organization is never dependent on a single person Continuous Improvement Stay current on AI development tools and techniques to continuously improve build speed and output quality Establish and report on delivery KPIs: tools shipped, cost savings realized, adoption, and uptime Propose new opportunities where internal tooling can save money or improve operations Requirements 3+ years building and shipping web applications with a track record of delivering working software quickly Hands-on experience with AI-assisted development tools (Replit, Claude Code, Codex, GitHub Copilot, or similar) Proficiency across a modern web stack: JavaScript/TypeScript, React, Node.js, Python Experience building or consuming REST APIs Proven methodology for building AI-powered applications Hands-on containerization experience (Docker and/or Kubernetes) in cloud environments Experience working within Scrum/Agile frameworks Experience building applications that connect to third-party SaaS platforms Sound judgment on build versus buy decisions Strong prioritization and delivery skills focused on business impact Preferred Qualifications Experience replacing paid SaaS tools with custom-built internal applications Familiarity with HubSpot, Microsoft 365, SharePoint, or Zoho Recruit APIs Understanding of data privacy, security, and compliance fundamentals Technical Requirements Processor: Intel 11th Gen (or AMD Ryzen 5000 series) for Windows | M2 for Macs. RAM: 16 GB minimum. Internet: Stable connection of 50 Mbps minimum. Benefits Benefits & Perks Fully remote work with a close-knit, collaborative team spread across Latin America 18 days of paid time off per year, plus 6 US holidays Annual bonuses tied to performance and business impact Two in-person team gatherings per year, hosted in your local city Training and development support to keep your skills sharp and current Clear career progression as the in-house development function grows Working hours: 9:00 am to 6:00 pm in EST, CST, MST, or PST (with one-hour lunch break) Originally posted on Himalayas