📍 Remote (India) — Preferably Goa or IST-friendly regions 💼 Full-Time | Contract-to-Hire | 80-Hour Paid Trial About Valari Solutions Valari Solutions is a Minnesota-based AI and software consulting company helping startups and growing businesses accelerate their workflows using AI, automation, and custom software. We are rapidly evolving into an AI-first engineering organization , with teams using cutting-edge tools like Cursor, Claude Code, n8n, LangChain , and internal agentic systems to deliver fast, scalable, high-quality results. We’re now expanding our new AI Automation Team and looking for a motivated Junior AI Automation Engineer who is excited to build AI-driven workflows, automations, and internal tools that improve efficiency for both our clients and our internal teams. This is a rare opportunity to get in early and build the future of how AI and software coexist. What You’ll Do Build and maintain automation workflows using n8n, Make, Zapier, or custom scripts Use LLMs (OpenAI, Claude, etc.) to create AI-driven tools for summarization, classification, enrichment, and workflow automation Work with internal AI agents to orchestrate multi-step tasks (email → API → DB → Slack → reporting) Build small RAG systems (vector DBs, embeddings, retrieval pipelines) Experiment with the latest AI tools (Cursor, Claude Code, Agents, LangChain) and share findings with the team Develop internal prototypes that streamline operations, reduce manual work, or act as MVPs for client solutions Document workflows, create diagrams, and ensure reliability with error handling and monitoring Collaborate with engineering, PM, and leadership on AI strategy and automation ideas What We’re Looking For You don’t need to be an expert — just smart, hungry to learn, and comfortable experimenting with new technologies. Minimum requirements: Strong foundational skills in Python or JavaScript/TypeScript Curiosity about LLMs, AI agents, and automation tooling Basic understanding of APIs, webhooks, and JSON data structures Ability to break down problems and build step-by-step workflows Solid communication skills and willingness to document work Comfortable learning fast in a dynamic AI-first environment Bonus Skills (Nice to Have, Not Required) Experience with n8n, Make, Zapier, or similar workflow builders Familiarity with LangChain, LlamaIndex, or other agent frameworks Understanding of vector databases (Pinecone, Weaviate, Chroma, PGVector) Exposure to RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) Experience with Google Workspace API, Slack API, Notion API, HubSpot API, etc. Background in backend engineering or automation scripting Experience with AI coding tools like Cursor or Claude Code Tools We Use n8n, Make, Zapier – automation workflows OpenAI, Anthropic, LangChain, vector DBs – AI pipelines Cursor, Claude Code – AI-accelerated development environment ClickUp – project/sprint management Slack – team communication Hubstaff – productivity/time tracking Why Join Valari Solutions Be part of an AI-first engineering team and build real-world automations Work directly with leadership and contribute to AI strategy Opportunity to work on Valari Venture Studios internal products Potential long-term opportunities and equity participation in Venture Studio products Fast-paced environment with huge room for growth Work remotely in India with flexible hours Compensation Competitive, based on skill and potential. All new hires begin with an 80-hour paid provisional trial to ensure mutual fit.
Role Overview: Valari Solutions, a Minnesota-based AI and software consulting company, is seeking a motivated Junior AI Automation Engineer to join their expanding AI Automation Team. As a Junior AI Automation Engineer, you will be responsible for building and maintaining automation workflows, creating AI-driven tools, experimenting with the latest AI technologies, and collaborating with internal teams to improve efficiency for clients and internal operations. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the future of AI and software integration. Key Responsibilities: - Build and maintain automation workflows using tools like n8n, Make, Zapier, or custom scripts - Utilize LLMs (OpenAI, Claude, etc.) to develop AI-driven tools for tasks such as summarization, classification, and workflow automation - Collaborate with internal AI agents for orchestrating multi-step tasks across various platforms - Develop small RAG systems including vector DBs, embeddings, and retrieval pipelines - Experiment with cutting-edge AI tools such as Cursor, Claude Code, Agents, LangChain, and share insights with the team - Create internal prototypes to streamline operations, reduce manual work, and serve as MVPs for client solutions - Document workflows, create diagrams, and ensure reliability through error handling and monitoring - Engage in collaboration with engineering, PM, and leadership to contribute to AI strategy and automation initiatives Qualifications Required: - Strong foundational skills in Python or JavaScript/TypeScript - Curiosity about LLMs, AI agents, and automation tooling - Basic understanding of APIs, webhooks, and JSON data structures - Ability to break down problems and build step-by-step workflows - Solid communication skills and a willingness to document work - Comfortable learning quickly in a dynamic AI-first environment Additional Details: Valari Solutions is a forward-thinking company that leverages AI and automation to accelerate workflows for startups and growing businesses. The team works with cutting-edge tools such as Cursor, Claude Code, GPT-4o/4.1, n8n, LangChain, and internal agentic systems to deliver fast, scalable, high-quality results. Employees have the opportunity to work in an AI-first engineering team, directly contribute to AI strategy, collaborate on internal products, and benefit from potential long-term opportunities and equity participation in Venture Studio products. The environment is fast-paced with significant room for growth, offering a competitive compensation package based on skill and potential. (Note: The section "Additional Details" has been included as it provides valuable information about the company culture and opportunities for employees.),