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Backend AI Developer

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We are looking for a Mid Backend AI Developer to join a highly skilled team and play a key role in developing reliable, scalable backend solutions while embracing AI-driven development practices.

This is a great opportunity for a Backend Developer who wants to take their experience with Java further and work in an environment where Artificial Intelligence is part of the everyday engineering workflow.




What you'll be doing:

  • Design, develop, and maintain backend services and APIs using Java and Quarkus
  • Use AI-assisted development tools such as GitLab Duo, Claude Code, GitHub Copilot, or similar to accelerate coding, testing, debugging, and code reviews
  • Develop and maintain Java-based microservices running in production environments
  • Write and maintain automated unit and integration tests
  • Troubleshoot and resolve backend and CI/CD issues, leveraging AI tools to improve efficiency and root-cause analysis
  • Participate in code reviews and ensure adherence to engineering standards and best practices
  • Collaborate closely with Backend Developers, QA, and Product teams throughout the software development lifecycle
  • Explore and adopt new AI-native development practices to improve productivity and software quality
  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of backend development processes and practices



What we're looking for:

  • 4+ years of professional experience in Backend Development
  • Strong experience with Java; experience with Quarkus is a plus.
  • Hands-on experience using AI-assisted development tools as part of your daily workflow.
  • Experience designing and developing APIs and microservices for production environmts
  • Experience with automated unit and integration testing.
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Ability to understand business and functional requirements before defining technical solutions.
  • Curiosity and willingness to experiment with emerging AI technologies and development practices.
  • Good communication and collaboration skills.
  • Intermediate English (B2 or above).


Nice to have:

Experience with LLM-based integrations, RAG, or AI agents. Familiarity with MCP (Model Context Protocol) or similar AI integrations. Experience with AI-native development, prompt/skill libraries, or AI-powered automation workflows.


Location:📍 Leça da Palmeira


Hybrid work model: 2/3 days per week in the office.

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