Software Engineer Backend (AI) [Hybrid - Lisbon, Portugal]

Description

Summary: Join a global team designing, developing, and evolving scalable AI-powered backend services and conversational solutions for innovative SaaS products. Highlights: 1. Develop scalable, AI-powered software solutions 2. Work with LLMs, prompt engineering, and cloud technologies 3. Collaborate with multidisciplinary and international teams **DBServices** has strong roots in both **Portugal** and **Brazil**, reflecting a solid connection between the two countries. In constant growth, DBServices stands out by supporting leading companies in Portugal, the United States, and Brazil, strengthening its international presence and expanding its impact on the global market. **About the Role** ------------------ We are looking for a **Backend Software Engineer (AI)** to join our engineering team and contribute to the development of scalable, AI\-powered software solutions. Working in an international and collaborative environment, you will design, develop, and evolve backend services, AI\-driven workflows, and conversational solutions that support innovative SaaS products. This role combines modern backend engineering with Artificial Intelligence, giving you the opportunity to work with Large Language Models (LLMs), prompt engineering, cloud technologies, and scalable software architectures. **Location:** Lisbon, Portugal (Hybrid) **Seniority**: Mid\-Leve **Responsibilities** -------------------- * Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend applications and AI\-powered solutions. * Develop conversational and AI\-driven workflows, including low\-code implementations when appropriate. * Build and maintain REST APIs and integrations with external systems. * Write clean, maintainable, secure, and scalable code. * Create and execute unit tests to ensure software quality. * Implement monitoring, logging, and alerting mechanisms. * Produce and maintain technical documentation. * Review, refactor, and improve existing source code. * Collaborate with multidisciplinary and international teams using Agile methodologies. * Contribute to software architecture and continuously improve product quality, performance, and security. **Requirements** ---------------- * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mathematics, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field. * At least 5 years of professional experience in backend software development. * Strong knowledge of Computer Science fundamentals, including Object\-Oriented Programming, Data Structures, Communication Protocols, and Knowledge Bases. * Experience working with Large Language Models (LLMs). * Experience with Prompt Engineering, AI Agents, or conversational AI solutions. * Professional experience with **C\#**, or strong experience with **Python** or **JavaScript**. * Experience developing AI\-driven or conversational applications. * Experience integrating REST APIs. * Knowledge of JSON, XML, and gRPC. * Experience with unit testing. * Strong written and verbal communication skills in English. * Strong analytical and problem\-solving skills. * Ability to work effectively in collaborative and global teams. * Commitment to delivering high\-quality software. **Nice to Have** ---------------- * Microsoft Azure. * AWS. * Customer Contact Center platforms. * Conversational AI platforms. * Agile methodologies. * Jira. * Confluence. * Experience in the Energy \& Utilities sector. * Knowledge of GDPR. * Portuguese. * Spanish. **At DBSPT you will find:** * **Collaborative Environment:** We value a sense of community where ideas are shared, and achievements are celebrated as a team. * **Global Connection:** An opportunity to interact with people from different countries and cultures, expanding your network and worldview. * **Physical Health Support:** Through *TotalPass* and *Mediquo*, we provide resources and programs, and telemedicine dedicated to your physical well\-being * **Mental Health Care:** *Team Care* provides initiatives and actions to support your emotional and mental balance in daily life. **Why DBServices?** ------------------- At **DBServices**, we **design**, **develop**, and **support** *cutting\-edge digital platforms* that drive **innovation** for leading companies across **IT**, **Banking**, **Retail**, **Government**, **Healthcare**, and other industries in **Europe** and the **Americas**. Our **expertise** empowers businesses to **grow**, **adapt**, and **lead** in dynamic markets. **Trusted** by industry leaders like **Worten**, **Sonae**, **Edenred**, **Natixis**, **Farfetch**, **Glintt**, **Efacec**, **Segurança Social**, and **McDonald's**, we deliver **solutions** that make a *real impact*. **Join us** and be part of a **global team** that's shaping the future of **digital transformation**.