Software Engineer (m/f/d) Backend & Applied AI Systems

Join the founding team behind an immersive AI-powered VR training platform About iACT iACT is an AI-powered immersive platform that helps international talent navigate social, professional, academic, and administrative life in Germany through realistic, interactive practice. We have a functional prototype and are preparing for institutional pilots. We are looking for a backend and applied AI engineer who wants to shape the technical foundation of the product from an early stage. The opportunity This is not a standard salaried vacancy. You would join the prospective founding team and apply with us for the EXIST Business Start-up Grant. The commitment would begin only if the grant is approved. If approved, the programme provides a 12-month, full-time scholarship while the team develops the product and business. Tasks Your role Own the backend and applied AI architecture connecting the Unity VR client with authentication, databases, speech services, and LLM/RAG pipelines. Design secure RE