Senior Python Backend Engineer – Virtual Agent AI Team
JobgetherSlovenia8 hours ago
Full-timeEngineering, Information Technology
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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 Slovenia.
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.
Accountabilities
We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.
We appreciate your interest and wish you the best!
Why Apply Through Jobgether?
Data Privacy Notice: By submitting your application, you acknowledge that Jobgether will process your personal data to evaluate your candidacy and share relevant information with the hiring employer. This processing is based on legitimate interest and pre-contractual measures under applicable data protection laws (including GDPR). You may exercise your rights (access, rectification, erasure, objection) at any time.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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.
Accountabilities
- 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
- 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
- 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
We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.
We appreciate your interest and wish you the best!
Why Apply Through Jobgether?
Data Privacy Notice: By submitting your application, you acknowledge that Jobgether will process your personal data to evaluate your candidacy and share relevant information with the hiring employer. This processing is based on legitimate interest and pre-contractual measures under applicable data protection laws (including GDPR). You may exercise your rights (access, rectification, erasure, objection) at any time.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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