{"id":7493,"date":"2026-08-11T08:05:35","date_gmt":"2026-08-11T08:05:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/itdsportugal.com\/it-jobs\/java-backend-developer-with-ai-integration-mid-to-senior-level\/"},"modified":"2026-08-12T08:57:28","modified_gmt":"2026-08-12T08:57:28","slug":"java-backend-developer-with-ai-integration-mid-to-senior-level","status":"publish","type":"matador-job-listings","link":"https:\/\/itdsportugal.com\/en\/it-jobs\/java-backend-developer-with-ai-integration-mid-to-senior-level\/","title":{"rendered":"Java Backend Developer with AI Integration \u2013 Mid to Senior Level"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Empower the future of AI-driven backend development \u2014 revolutionize how systems are built, tested, and refined!<\/strong><\/p> <p>Porto-based opportunity with hybrid work model (up to 3 remote days per week).<\/p> <p>As a <strong>Java Backend Developer with AI Integration<\/strong>, you will be working for our client, a forward-thinking technology company pushing the boundaries of AI-assisted software development. Your expertise will help deliver high-quality backend services, leveraging AI tools to accelerate workflows, enhance code quality, and streamline deployment processes. Join a team committed to innovation and growth in the AI-powered development space.<\/p> <p><strong>Your main responsibilities:<\/strong><\/p> <ul> <li>Design, build, and maintain scalable backend services and APIs using Java and Quarkus.<\/li> <li>Incorporate AI tools such as GitLab Duo and Claude Code to enhance coding efficiency, testing, and code reviews.<\/li> <li>Develop and execute automated unit and integration tests to ensure robust backend systems.<\/li> <li>Troubleshoot and optimize CI\/CD pipelines, employing AI-driven diagnostics to accelerate root-cause analysis.<\/li> <li>Collaborate closely with backend engineers, QA, and product managers to deliver reliable, well-tested software.<\/li> <li>Integrate AI-assisted features, exploring new workflows for improved development practices.<\/li> <li>Maintain high standards of code quality, participate in code reviews, and ensure adherence to engineering standards.<\/li> <li>Keep abreast of emerging AI tools and methodologies, experimenting responsibly to enhance development productivity.<\/li> <\/ul> <p><strong>You\u2019re ideal for this role if you have:<\/strong><\/p> <ul> <li>4+ years of hands-on experience in backend development.<\/li> <li>Strong proficiency in Java (Quarkus experience is a plus).<\/li> <li>Practical experience using AI-assisted development tools such as GitHub Copilot, GitLab Duo, Claude Code, or similar.<\/li> <li>Proven ability to design and build reliable, scalable APIs and microservices.<\/li> <li>Experience writing automated tests for backend systems.<\/li> <li>Ability to understand business context to inform technical design.<\/li> <li>Curiosity and willingness to experiment with new AI tools responsibly.<\/li> <li>Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with evolving AI practices.<\/li> <li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.<\/li> <li>Strong attention to detail, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.<\/li> <li>Collaborative spirit and ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.<\/li> <\/ul> <p><strong>It is a strong plus if you have:<\/strong><\/p> <ul> <li>Experience with LLM-based integrations, Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), or agent orchestration workflows.<\/li> <li>Familiarity with MCP (Model Context Protocol) or similar AI-system integration tools.<\/li> <li>Exposure to AI-native development practices, such as spec-driven development or automation workflows.<\/li> <\/ul> <p><strong>Language Required for the role:<\/strong><\/p> <ul> <li>English \u2013 communicative proficiency necessary.<\/li> <\/ul> <p><strong>Eligibility for the role:<\/strong><\/p> <ul> <li>Only candidates with an existing legal right to work in the European Union will be considered for this role.<\/li> <\/ul> <p><strong>#MAKEYourCareerBETTER<\/strong><\/p> <p>Interested? 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