node/python AI engineer

Based in Portugal, Wire IT is your specialized IT consulting partner with 18 years of experience driven by an experienced and senior team that helps clients make the right decisions in a fast-moving market. Wire IT's ambition is to grow while keeping true to its nature: agile, people-centered, and fun. As we like to say: It's not only what we do, it's how we manage that truly make the difference.. If you're looking for more than just a job - if you're looking for a place where you can truly make a difference - you might be the next person to join WIRE IT.

• 6+ years of professional experience in Software Development, AI Engineering, or a related technical role.
• Strong programming skills in Node.js and/or Python.
• Hands-on experience designing, developing, and deploying AI Agents and LLM-powered applications.
• Proven experience implementing and maintaining RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) systems.
• Experience with vector databases such as Pinecone, Weaviate, or Chroma, as well as embeddings and semantic search.
• Experience integrating multiple LLM providers, such as OpenAI, Anthropic, or Google, and implementing LLM orchestration solutions.
• Knowledge of prompt engineering, token usage optimization, and cost-efficient AI implementations.
• Experience with context management and optimization techniques for AI applications.
• Knowledge of MCP (Model Context Protocol) and AI Skills development, including definition, testing, and documentation.
• Ability to create technical documentation and contribute to SDLC practices and development standards.
• Strong problem-solving skills, autonomy, curiosity, and a solution-oriented mindset.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to engage an AI Developer Community and work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• French proficiency at C1 level is mandatory.
• Fluent English is required.

• No-term full-time contract;
• Health Insurance;
• 22 days of paid vacation;
• 4 extra days annually (Carnival, Christmas Eve, New Year's Eve, Birthday);
• Meal Allowance on card (Coverflex);
• Referral Bonus;
• Special discounts and flex options;
• Training annual budget;
• A great team-oriented culture;
• Chance to become a part of a dynamically growing international company;
• Challenging projects giving the unique opportunity to grow and learn.