Backend Engineer

Docplanner; Remoto; EUR 40.000 - 60.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading tech company is seeking a talented Backend Engineer to architect and build the next iteration of their AI-powered voicebot and chatbot platform. The successful candidate will lead the migration from a PHP / HTTP stack to a modern real-time architecture and work closely with AI engineers and product managers. The ideal applicant has at least 3 years of backend experience, specifically in Python or similar languages, and should be skilled in building real-time APIs. This position allows for 100% remote work, along with options to work from the Bologna office.

Servizi

100% remote work

Stock options after 6 months

Extra day off for your birthday

Access to mental wellbeing platform

Competenze

• 3 years of experience in Backend Engineering preferably in Python or similar languages.
• Proven skills in building real-time APIs and familiarity with async programming.
• Strong experience with modern backend frameworks and with AI / ML frameworks.

Mansioni

• Architect, develop, and maintain scalable robust backend services for voice and chat AI applications.
• Lead the migration from PHP / HTTP to a real-time backend framework.
• Integrate 3rd party APIs such as Twilio, WhatsApp, ElevenLabs, OpenAI, and others.

Conoscenze

Building real-time APIs

Python

Async programming

Communication skills

Collaboration skills

Strumenti

FastAPI

Flask

Django

Docker

AWS

GCP

Descrizione del lavoro

We are seeking a talented Backend Engineer to help us architect and build the next iteration of our AI-powered voicebot and chatbot platform. You will drive the migration from our current PHP / HTTP stack to a modern scalable real-time architecture unlocking new capabilities and performance for our conversational AI products. You’ll collaborate closely with AI engineers, product managers and the broader engineering team.

Responsibilities

• Architect develop and maintain scalable robust backend services for voice and chat AI applications.
• Lead the migration from PHP / HTTP to a real-time backend framework.
• Integrate 3rd party APIs such as Twilio (voice), WhatsApp, ElevenLabs, OpenAI and others.
• Implement real-time communication features (websockets streaming), conversation relays and advanced voice capabilities.
• Design, build and maintain multi-agent orchestration frameworks for AI-powered conversations.
• Collaborate on CI / CD pipelines, ensure robust monitoring, logging and operational support.
• Write clear documentation and support knowledge transfer within the team.
• Work with AI / LLM engineers to facilitate seamless integration of AI modules.

Qualifications

Must-have:

• 3 years of experience in Backend Engineering preferably in Python or similar languages.
• Proven skills in building real-time APIs (websockets streaming, etc.) and familiarity with async programming.
• Strong experience with modern backend frameworks (FastAPI, Flask, Django, etc.) and with AI / ML frameworks (Langchain, Langgraph).
• Hands‑on experience working with LLMs (preferably OpenAI) and knowledge of MCP.
• Experience integrating with 3rd party communications APIs. Previous experience with Twilio and / or WhatsApp is highly desirable.
• Experience with voice technology APIs and speech synthesis (e.g., ElevenLabs, Google TTS). Experience with conversational interfaces is highly desirable.
• Experience in integrating LLMs and exposure to multi‑agent architectures.
• Familiarity with database technologies (SQL and NoSQL).
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Nice‑to‑have:

• Experience working with containerization (Docker) and cloud infrastructure (AWS, GCP or Azure).
• Experience in CI / CD DevOps processes and testing tools.
• Previous work migrating legacy systems to modern stacks.
• Experience with conversational AI chatbots or voice assistants.
• Experience with real‑time speech processing TTS / STT and telephony systems and PBXs (Asterisk, FreePBX, etc.).

Additional Information

What we offer

Shared benefits

• 100% remote work with the option to join our offices in Bologna or Barcelona.
• Stock options plan after 6 months.
• One extra day off for your birthday.
• Access to iFeel, our mental wellbeing platform.

Italy-specific

• 8/day meal vouchers; lunch is covered if you’re in the Bologna office.
• Private health coverage via Metasalute.

Spain-specific

• Comprehensive private health insurance with Adeslas.
• Flexoh, flexible compensation platform.
• Wellhub gym & wellness network membership.
• Language courses.

How does the recruitment process work

• Online test, online async exercise to get a first sense of your tech skills.
• HR interview – a friendly chat to get to know you, your motivations and to tell you more about Tuotempo, our culture and the team.
• Technical interview with our Tech Managers, including practical exercises to evaluate your approach and problem‑solving skills as a developer.
• Final interview – a broader conversation to align on expectations and future growth. If it’s a match, we will move forward with the offer!

Remote Work: Yes

Employment Type: Full‑time

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Vacancy: 1