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AI Automation Backend Developer
What we're looking for
Do you want to not only build digital products, but perfect them? Do you enjoy developing robust backends, while at the same time wanting to revolutionize the way we assure quality by using AI in the area of testing & QA? As an AI Automation Backend Developer, you will shape the technical foundation of our projects. You will develop highly efficient backend infrastructures and ensure that our architecture remains scalable and future-proof. At the same time, you will be the driving force behind our AI-Native Testing division: you will use AI agents and smart scripting to proactively detect bugs, setting new quality standards in our crew. Location: Linz
Responsibilities
Development of new APIs with Spring & Kotlin and design of database solutions with MongoDB
Conducting manual and automated software tests (Web & Mobile) and evaluation of AI agents for testing
Automation of tests and setup of test environments using AI & scripting
Careful implementation of new features, documentation in Swagger/OpenAPI, and deployment via CI/CD & Docker
Continuous development of the testing process and internal QA standards
Use of AI coding agents to optimize the developer experience and test coverage
Close collaboration with the crew to ensure the highest code quality
Qualifications
Profound knowledge of Kotlin as well as the Spring Framework
Practical experience with AI tools (e.g., Claude Code, Cursor) and a passion for AI-native testing
Confident handling of QA structures, common testing practices, and automation tools
High quality standards, attention to detail, and enthusiasm for software projects
Communicative, team-oriented, and fluent in German and English
Fullstack spirit: Motivation to actively contribute to other platforms as well, supported by AI agents
Fluent in German and English
Nice to have
Experience with cloud infrastructure (AWS, DigitalOcean) and CI/CD pipelines
Experience using tools such as Bruno, Postman, AppTester / Testflight
Experience with tools like Bruno or Postman
Basic knowledge of frontend frameworks (React / Next.js)
Your salary depends on your qualifications and experience. Based on your seniority, we offer a significant overpayment above the collective agreement minimum salary. Legal notice: The IT collective agreement (ST1) applies to this position. The minimum base salary according to the collective agreement for this position is €3,954.00gross per month (based on 14 times/year).
Benefits
Apply now and become part of our crew!
Use the form or send us your application easily via email to jobs@ahoikapptn.com. We are excited to get to know you!