Backend Ia Engineer (Lugo)

At ASTEK Iberia, we are looking for a Backend Engineer with a passion for Generative AI to join our fintech partner and help build scalable, secure, and high-performance AI-powered systems.ResponsibilitiesBridge the gap between user-facing AI applications and core backend infrastructure by designing and maintaining robust services, GraphQL APIs, and data systems that power next-generation AI solutions on Azure.Integrate LLM/AI APIs (e.g., OpenAI, Anthropic) into backend services and optimize response latency.Design and develop GraphQL APIs using FastAPI and Strawberry.Architect and maintain relational databases, ensuring performance and data integrity.Collaborate with DevOps/MLOps to containerize and deploy services using Docker and CI/CD tools.Monitor production systems and continuously improve performance, scalability, and cost efficiency.QualificationsDegree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.1-2 years of experience (or strong internships/projects) in backend development or systems engineering.Professional working proficiency in English.Required SkillsPythonFastAPIGraphQL (Strawberry)SQL & relational database designSQLAlchemy (or similar ORM)GitDocker & CI/CD fundamentalsMonitoring and performance optimizationExperience integrating LLM/AI APIsSecure tool/data integration (e.g., MCP)English: fluent (mandatory)Spanish: fluent (mandatory)Nice to HaveExperience with RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation)Knowledge of vector databasesHands-on experience with Azure cloud servicesBenefitsFlexible schedules and strong focus on employee well-being.Professional growth in a constantly evolving company.Personalized follow-up of professional projects aligned with ambitions.Contribution to real-time company development.23 days of vacation (in addition to holidays) with flexible scheduling.Inclusive, diverse, and multicultural team environment.#J-*****-Ljbffr

At ASTEK Iberia, we are looking for a Backend Engineer with a passion for Generative AI to join our fintech partner and help build scalable, secure, and high-performance AI-powered systems.ResponsibilitiesBridge the gap between user-facing AI applications and core backend infrastructure by designing and maintaining robust services, GraphQL APIs, and data systems that power next-generation AI solutions on Azure.Integrate LLM/AI APIs (e.g., OpenAI, Anthropic) into backend services and optimize response latency.Design and develop GraphQL APIs using FastAPI and Strawberry.Architect and maintain relational databases, ensuring performance and data integrity.Collaborate with DevOps/MLOps to containerize and deploy services using Docker and CI/CD tools.Monitor production systems and continuously improve performance, scalability, and cost efficiency.QualificationsDegree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.1-2 years of experience (or strong internships/projects) in backend development or systems engineering.Professional working proficiency in English.Required SkillsPythonFastAPIGraphQL (Strawberry)SQL & relational database designSQLAlchemy (or similar ORM)GitDocker & CI/CD fundamentalsMonitoring and performance optimizationExperience integrating LLM/AI APIsSecure tool/data integration (e.g., MCP)English: fluent (mandatory)Spanish: fluent (mandatory)Nice to HaveExperience with RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation)Knowledge of vector databasesHands-on experience with Azure cloud servicesBenefitsFlexible schedules and strong focus on employee well-being.Professional growth in a constantly evolving company.Personalized follow-up of professional projects aligned with ambitions.Contribution to real-time company development.23 days of vacation (in addition to holidays) with flexible scheduling.Inclusive, diverse, and multicultural team environment.