Staff AI Engineer
4 days ago
Vigo
ph3About Us /h3 pAt bNextlane /b, we don’t just develop software solutions – we bcreate the future /b of the automotive industry. /p pWe are a company that combines badvanced technology /b with a clear vision: bsimplifying and digitizing /b every step of the automotive customer journey, empowering manufacturers and dealerships to thrive in a constantly evolving market. /p pWe believe in the value of every team member, offering opportunities for you to bdevelop /b and contribute to meaningful solutions. /p pSo… What does it mean to be a #Nextlaner? /p ul liBe part of a bgrowth-oriented culture /b. /li liCollaborate with bcolleagues from all over the world /b. /li liBelieve in bthe Power of ideas /b and the bdiversity of thought /b. /li liBe committed to provide an environment where you can blearn, grow, and collaborate /b on projects that make a global impact. /li /ul pOur success is measured not just by results, but also by the growth and satisfaction of those who are part of our company. /p pAt Nextlane, you’ll have the opportunity to binnovate /b, bpush boundaries /b, and bwork on solutions that are transforming /b the automotive world. /p h3Staff/Principal Engineer /h3 pYou will serve as a technical leader, driving the architecture, design, and implementation of both backend and frontend systems for our applications. Your mastery of bC#, .NET Core, database technologies, React, TypeScript, and JavaScript /b will be pivotal in delivering scalable, secure, and performant solutions across the stack. You will lead cross-functional engineering teams, collaborating closely with product, DevOps, and design to deliver innovative APIs and user interfaces. /p pA key focus of this role is the strategic integration and configuration of advanced bAI agents /b, including agentic approaches, to accelerate development workflows and enhance engineering productivity. You will set technical direction, champion best practices, and foster continuous improvement in development processes while mentoring engineers and promoting a culture of innovation. /p pA strong emphasis is placed on automated testing. You must have hands‑on experience with unit testing, integration testing, and end‑to‑end testing using tools such as bNewman, Playwright, Cypress /b, or similar frameworks. /p h3Your Responsibilities /h3 h3Development /h3 ul liLead the architectural design and development of backend and frontend systems, ensuring scalability, reliability, and security across cloud‑based environments. /li liDrive the integration and utilization of AI agents for development, engineering, and operational use cases, leveraging agentic methodologies to optimize workflows. /li liCollaborate with cross‑functional teams—including engineering, DevOps, product, and design—to deliver robust APIs, services, and user interfaces. /li liEstablish and enforce best coding and testing practices, including automated unit, integration, and end‑to‑end testing using frameworks such as Newman, Playwright, Cypress, and others. /li liMentor and guide engineers, providing technical leadership and fostering skill development across backend and frontend domains. /li liChampion process improvement, technical innovation, and the adoption of emerging technologies throughout the engineering organization. /li liApply SOLID principles and design clean, maintainable software architectures (e.g. Hexagonal, Onion, Clean Architecture). /li liDesign, implement, and maintain unit, integration, and performance/load tests. /li liConduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback to ensure high‑quality standards. /li liApply domain‑driven design (DDD) principles to model complex business domains. /li /ul h3DevOps and Cloud /h3 ul liContainerize backend services using Docker. /li liWork with CI/CD pipelines to automate build and deployment processes. /li liMonitor system health and performance using logging, metrics, and tracing; diagnose issues and drive continuous improvements. /li liEnsure security best practices are followed in backend implementations. /li liContribute to the design and operation of highly available, scalable distributed systems supporting high concurrency workloads. /li liBroad experience working in cloud environments such as Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud Platform (GCP). /li /ul h3What We’re Looking For /h3 ul liExtensive experience designing, developing, and maintaining backend systems using C#, .NET Core, and modern database technologies. /li liDeep expertise in frontend development with React, TypeScript, and JavaScript, including building high‑performance, scalable UI components and applications. /li liDemonstrated ability to configure, integrate, and leverage AI agents and agentic approaches within engineering teams and development processes. /li liProven track record in automated testing, including hands‑on experience with unit, integration, performance and end‑to‑end testing frameworks (e.g., Newman, Playwright, Cypress). /li liStrong leadership skills with experience mentoring engineers, setting technical direction, and guiding architectural decisions. /li liExcellent collaboration abilities across engineering, product, and design, with a commitment to continuous improvement and innovation. /li /ul h3Language Skills /h3 ul liFluent in English (mandatory). /li liFrench language proficiency is a plus. /li /ul h3Soft Skills /h3 ul liStrong analytical and problem‑solving abilities. /li liExcellent communication and collaboration across cross‑functional teams. /li liAbility to take ownership and drive initiatives to completion. /li /ul h3Experience /h3 ul liA minimum of 8 years of experience in backend development and 4 years in frontend. /li liExperience in developing and maintaining scalable web services. /li liExperience writing and maintaining unit, integration, performance tests and E2E. /li liExperienced with Agile methodologies and DevOps practices. /li liHands‑on experience with GitHub Copilot, Cursor, Claude‑Code … configuration, rule management and use. /li liExperience working in cloud environments such as Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud Platform (GCP). /li /ul h3Collaboration and Leadership /h3 pYou will operate as a strategic partner and technical mentor, working across teams to ensure alignment, foster innovation, and drive the adoption of best practices and advanced AI agentic solutions. Your leadership will be instrumental in shaping both the technology landscape and the engineering culture of the organization. /p h3Our Recruitment Process /h3 ol li15‑minute introductory call with our Talent Acquisition Specialist. /li liInterview with the VP of Engineering. /li liTechnical Interview. /li liCase Study. /li /ol h3What We Offer /h3 ul liRemote Work: Up to 3 days a week. /li liWork‑life balance: We have flexible entrance and departure time. /li liSummer schedule on Fridays: Start early your weekends. /li liReferral Bonus: €1500 for every talent you refer (after 6 months). /li liFlexible Remuneration: COBEE platform. /li liPrivate Medical Insurance: Adeslas. /li liContinuous Learning: Access to our internal platform for continuous development. /li liVacation: 23 vacation days plus an intensive schedule in July and August. /li liTeambuilding: Our afterworks and activities are memorable. /li /ul h3Diversity, Inclusion Belonging /h3 pAt Nextlane, we are committed to creating a space where beveryone feels valued and respected /b. We firmly believe that diversity in experiences and backgrounds strengthens our culture and drives innovation. /p ul liSupport for people with disabilities. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, let us know so we can provide the best possible experience. /li liEqual opportunities for all: We welcome applications regardless of age, gender, origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. /li /ul pJoin bNextlane /b and become part of the technological revolution in the automotive industry. /p pDiscover why we are a great place to develop your talent! /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr