AI-native Software Engineer

About the Position

AI-native Software Engineer

Innovate what matters, where it matters

At Avenga, we believe that human creativity empowers technology that matters. Operating globally, our 6000+ specialists provide a full spectrum of services, including business and tech advisory, enterprise solutions, CX, UX and UI design, managed services, product development, and software development.

This is the job

We are looking for an AI-Native Software Engineer to help redefine how software is designed, developed, and delivered in the age of AI.

In this role, you will combine strong software engineering expertise with modern AI-assisted development practices. You will work on building autonomous agents, integrating AI capabilities into development workflows, and enabling engineering teams to leverage AI tools effectively and responsibly.

You will play a key role in experimenting with emerging technologies, rapidly delivering proof-of-concepts, and helping establish best practices for AI-native software engineering across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Leverage modern AI development tools such as Cursor, GitHub Copilot, and similar solutions to improve software delivery processes
• Apply AI-native engineering practices, including context management, spec-driven development, and reusable skills-based workflows
• Review, validate, and improve AI-generated code and agent outputs to ensure correctness, security, maintainability, and production readiness
• Evaluate emerging AI tools, frameworks, and methodologies and contribute to the organization's technology radar
• Design, develop, and maintain autonomous agents supporting Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) activities
• Integrate agents with platforms such as Jira, GitHub, and CI/CD systems through Model Context Protocol (MCP)
• Perform context engineering by organizing project knowledge, documentation, and code structures to optimize AI agent effectiveness
• Create documentation, workflow guides, and best practices for AI-assisted development
• Train and support engineering teams in adopting AI-native development workflows
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of engineering productivity through responsible and effective AI adoption

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience in software development using technologies such as Python, JavaScript, or similar programming languages
• Full-stack development experience is a plus
• Ability to rapidly prototype and deliver proof-of-concepts using AI-assisted development workflows
• Experience with LLM APIs such as OpenAI and Anthropic
• Experience with agent frameworks such as LangGraph, CrewAI, PydanticAI, or similar
• Experience working with Model Context Protocol (MCP)
• Experience structuring codebases and documentation for AI agent consumption, including markdown descriptors, skills definitions, folder structures, and tool-call schemas
• Experience managing LLM-related costs through model selection, caching strategies, and token budgeting
• Familiarity with RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) architectures and vector databases
• Strong understanding of modern software engineering principles and development practices
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a team environment

Nice to Have

• Experience building internal engineering tools and developer platforms
• Experience introducing AI-native practices into software development teams
• Experience with cloud environments and CI/CD platforms

We Offer

Through our values – Better Minds, Bolder Ideas, and Bigger Hearts – we strive to create a work environment where people feel supported, trusted, and empowered to grow.

You’ll have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge AI technologies, experiment with emerging engineering practices, and help shape the future of AI-native software development. You'll collaborate with experienced engineers, contribute to innovative initiatives, and play an active role in transforming how software is built and delivered across global teams.

At Avenga, everyone matters. We provide equal opportunities in recruitment, career development, and leadership, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, religion, or any other characteristic. We are committed to fostering a work environment where our diverse community of employees, candidates, and business partners actively shapes our growth. By bringing together people from different backgrounds and experiences, we build a workplace where everyone feels free to be themselves while honoring the boundaries of others.

About the Company

Location: Bulgaria

Technology: AI

Seniority: Senior-level

Application Process

APPLICATION

Send us your application, we are ready to hear your story and explore how we can grow together.

REVIEW

Our team carefully reviews every application with curiosity and care. If your profile isn’t the right fit today, we will keep it in mind for future opportunities that match your skills and ambitions.

TALENT ACQUISITION INTERVIEW

You will meet our Talent team to talk about your goals and learn more about who we are, what we offer, and how we support our people.

TECHNICAL INTERVIEW

Our tech interview is all about diving deeper into your expertise and understanding your strengths, how you solve problems, and how you think – no trick questions, just a meaningful conversation.

CUSTOMER INTERVIEW

For some roles, especially when our clients are closely involved, you might also have a conversation with them – it’s a chance for everyone to align and get to know each other better.

JOB OFFER

If we both feel it’s the right match, we will send you an offer to join us. And even if it’s not the time just yet, you’ll always hear back from us.

WELCOME!

Your new team is excited to meet you, support you, and build something great together. Let’s make your first day the start of a journey that shapes a career that matters.

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