Role Description This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Senior Python Backend Engineer – Virtual Agent AI Team in Brazil. In this role, you will be at the forefront of building intelligent, scalable backend systems that power next-generation AI-driven virtual agent solutions. You will collaborate closely with AI engineers, product teams, and operations specialists to deliver high-performance, low-latency applications handling real-time text and speech data. This position offers the opportunity to work on complex, mission-critical systems within a modern cloud-native environment. You will play a key role in shaping architecture, improving system reliability, and driving innovation in conversational AI technologies. Ideal for a proactive and technically strong engineer, this role combines deep backend expertise with cutting-edge AI applications. You will thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment where your ideas directly impact product evolution and customer experience. - Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend systems using Python, ensuring performance and reliability in real-time environments - Collaborate with AI, frontend, and product teams to deliver integrated, high-impact features and solutions - Architect and implement microservices and APIs for both internal use and third-party integrations - Ensure code quality, maintainability, and security through best practices, automated testing, and domain-driven design - Contribute to cloud-native infrastructure and support seamless deployment pipelines using CI/CD tools - Monitor system performance and proactively identify opportunities for optimization and improvement - Stay up to date with emerging technologies and propose enhancements to systems and development practices Qualifications - At least 6 years of experience in backend development, with strong expertise in Python - Proven experience designing and implementing microservices architectures in asynchronous and real-time systems - Solid knowledge of CI/CD pipelines, testing frameworks, and software design best practices - Experience working with APIs, including design, implementation, and documentation - Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently and take initiative - Curiosity and eagerness to learn new technologies, particularly in AI and cloud environments - Excellent communication and collaboration skills within cross-functional teams - Fluency in English; additional language skills such as French are a plus Benefits - Flexible working hours with remote work options - Opportunity to work on impactful, real-world AI products used globally - Collaborative, international environment focused on innovation and knowledge sharing - High-quality equipment tailored to your preferences - Clear career growth opportunities with increasing responsibility and influence - Supportive culture where ideas are valued and encouraged - Team-building events and opportunities to connect with colleagues across locations