AI Native Tech Lead

Palo IT

São Paulo, BRhybridPosted Jul 27, 2026
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Skills

typescriptfirestoregithubpythonreactgooglecloud

About the role

Who We Are

Building the AI-first frontier enterprise.

We are a global technology consultancy with a trademarked, AI-first approach - Gen-e2. It redefines how enterprises build digital products and transform their organizations with AI. We do the right thing, and we do it right. We're proud to be a World Economic Forum New Champion, and a B Corp-certified company.

We are small enough to care locally, big enough to deliver globally (10 countries, 450+ experts from 50+ nationalities)

We are becoming an agentic organization, adopting the AI-native operating model we bring to our clients.

We are robust and resilient (100% independent, 0 debt, founded 2009)

We are AI-native professionals who invest in what we believe and work as a collective intelligence

We are positive, courageous and deliver at the leading edge.

Your Role

As an AI Tech Lead at PALO IT, you will drive the design and implementation of cutting-edge AI-driven applications. You will leverage your expertise with various technologies to ensure that our solutions not only meet but exceed the highest standards of quality, scalability, and performance.

Lead cross-functional teams in developing innovative software applications utilizing Google Cloud Platform (GCP), React 18, and TypeScript.

Design and implement robust backend services using Python FastAPI and manage databases with Firestore and Google Cloud SQL.

Oversee the integration of AI services through the Google Agent Development Kit (ADK), optimizing the utility of AI functionalities across projects.

Collaborate with product managers and designers to define technical roadmaps and product requirements, ensuring alignment with business objectives.

Utilize Claude Code to document design processes and maintain clarity in communication among team members.

Manage project tasks and timelines effectively using GitHub Projects, ensuring alignment and progress within the team’s workflow.

Conduct architectural reviews and code assessments to uphold high standards for software quality and security.

Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement by exploring new AI technologies and methodologies, enhancing our engineering processes.

Who You Are

Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, AI, or a related field.

8+ years of experience in software development, with a significant background in AI technologies and cloud computing.

Proficient in Google Cloud Platform (GCP), with strong expertise in React 18, TypeScript, and Python FastAPI.

Solid understanding of modern databases, specifically Firestore and Google Cloud SQL.

Familiarity with the Google Agent Development Kit (ADK) and Claude Code for documentation purposes.

Experienced in utilizing GitHub (PR-based workflow) for effective code collaboration and project management.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a passion for mentoring and developing cross-functional teams.

Excellent analytical problem-solver with attention to detail, always seeking to improve and optimize processes.

AI-Native Engineering (Core Expectation)

Use Generative AI coding tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Cursor) as a first-class engineering assistant for:

Code scaffolding and refactoring

Code generation and optimisation

Test-cases and documentation generation

Build applications through AI-driven development practices, including:

AI-assisted debugging and troubleshooting

Intelligent code completion and pattern recognition

Automated documentation generation

Apply prompt engineering best practices for reliable, repeatable engineering outcomes.

Validate GenAI output (determinism checks, guardrails, fallback logic).

More About PALO IT

Our clients include some of the world’s most successful companies. We collaborate with leading enterprises, next-generation businesses and frontier partners, shaping what comes next, helping them scale AI and solve complex business and technology challenges.

What We Offer

Stimulating working environments

Unique career path

International mobility

Internal R&D projects (including Gen-e2)

Knowledge sharing

Personalized training via PALO IT Academy

Entrepreneurship & intrapreneurship

For more on our team culture and benefits, check out our careers page.

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