Backend Engineer

TuoTempo; Bologna; Remoto; EUR 50.000 - 70.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A technology company is seeking a talented Backend Engineer to architect and build an AI-powered voicebot platform. This role entails migrating to a modern architecture and requires strong skills in Python or Node.js, as well as experience with real-time APIs. The position offers 100% remote work, stock options, and additional benefits for employees in Bologna, including meal vouchers and private health coverage.

Servizi

100% remote work

Stock options plan

Extra day off for your birthday

Mental wellbeing platform access

Meal vouchers

Competenze

• 3+ years of experience in Backend Engineering, preferably in Python or Node.js.
• Experience with LLMs and knowledge of modern backend frameworks.
• Strong experience integrating with 3rd party APIs, particularly Twilio and WhatsApp.

Mansioni

• Architect and develop scalable backend services for voice and chat.
• Lead the migration from PHP / HTTP to a real-time backend framework.
• Integrate 3rd party APIs and implement real-time communication features.

Conoscenze

Backend Engineering

Real-time APIs

Python

Node.js

Async programming

AI / ML frameworks

Communication skills

Strumenti

FastAPI

Flask

Django

Docker

AWS

GCP

Azure

Descrizione del lavoro

Job Description

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, Node.js 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 (preferablyOpenAI) 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 :

We value a healthy work-life balance and long-term growth. Benefits vary by location, but here’s what you can expect :

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 tell you more about Tuotempo, our culture, and the team.
• Technical interview – with our TechManagers, 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’ll move forward with the offer!