Date Nov 26 2025 Location Pune IN Company AkzoNobel About AkzoNobel Since 1792 we ve been supplying the innovative paints and coatings that help to color people s lives and protect what matters most Our world class portfolio of brands - including Dulux International Sikkens and Interpon - is trusted by customers around the globe We re active in more than 150 countries and use our expertise to sustain and enhance the fabric of everyday life Because we believe every surface is an opportunity It s what you d expect from a pioneering and long-established paints company that s dedicated to providing sustainable solutions and preserving the best of what we have today - while creating an even better tomorrow Let s paint the future together For more information please visit www akzonobel com 2024 Akzo Nobel N V All rights reserved Job Purpose Role Overview We are seeking a Junior Chatbot Developer with at least 2 years of experience in building and deploying large-scale customer-facing chatbot solutions The ideal candidate will have strong backend development skills experience with system integrations and an interest in improving chatbot performance through analytics and continuous enhancement Key Accountabilities Key Responsibilities Develop deploy and maintain chatbot features across web mobile and messaging platforms Build backend services and conversational logic using Node js and Python Integrate chatbots with external systems using REST APIs webhooks and microservices Design and refine conversational flows intents entities and NLP components Collaborate with cross-functional teams to convert requirements into working chatbot functionality Participate in continuous improvement activities to enhance performance quality and user experience Support knowledge management activities including structuring content and preparing training datasets Perform troubleshooting root-cause analysis and optimization exercises Execute unit testing and contribute to documentation and best practices Experience Required Skills Qualifications Bachelor s degree in Computer Science Engineering or related field Minimum 2 years of experience in chatbot development or conversational AI Strong proficiency in Node js and Python Solid understanding of REST APIs system integrations and backend service development Understanding of NLP fundamentals such as intents entities and dialog flows Experience working with analytics to monitor chatbot performance and improve outcomes Exposure to DevOps practices such as CI CD version control Git and basic deployment pipelines Exposure to Agile methodologies including sprints user stories and iterative development Strong debugging and problem-solving skills Ability to work in a fast-paced cooperative environment Preferred Skills Hands-on experience with platforms like Dialogflow Rasa Bot Framework or similar Exposure to knowledge base creation ingestion and chatbot training workflows Familiarity with metrics such as user engagement confidence scores deflection rates and conversation quality Understanding of microservices containerization Docker or CI CD pipelines Familiarity with cloud environments AWS Azure GCP Soft Skills Good communication and teamwork skills Curious motivated and eager to learn new tools and technologies Structured and process-oriented mindset with a desire to improve workflows continuously At AkzoNobel we are highly committed to ensuring an inclusive and respectful workplace where all employees can be their best self We strive to embrace diversity in a context of tolerance Our talent acquisition process plays an integral part in this journey as setting the foundations for a diverse environment For this reason we train and educate on the implications of our Unconscious Bias in order for our TA and hiring managers to be mindful of them and take corrective actions when applicable In our organization all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age or disability Requisition ID 50161