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The role sits in a technology consultancy of 400+ experts across 9 countries, and requires expertise in Python and Java, alongside various technologies to ensure our solutions meet high standards of quality, scalability, and performance.\nWho We Are\nBuilding the AI-first frontier enterprise.\nWe 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.\nWe are small enough to care locally, big enough to deliver globally (9 countries, 400+ experts from 50+ nationalities)\n\nWe are becoming an agentic organization, adopting the AI-native operating model we bring to our clients.\n\nWe are robust and resilient (100% independent, 0 debt, founded 2009)\n\nWe are AI-native professionals who invest in what we believe and work as a collective intelligence\n\nWe are positive, courageous and deliver at the leading edge\n\nWhat does an AI Tech Lead do at PALO IT?\nAs an AI Tech Lead at PALO IT, you will lead and accelerate the next wave of software innovation across five core responsibilities:\nLead cross-functional teams in developing innovative software applications using Python and Java, along with Google Cloud Platform (GCP), and TypeScript.\n\nDesign and implement databases using Firestore and Google Cloud SQL to support scalable and efficient applications.\n\nOversee the integration of AI services using the Google Agent Development Kit (ADK), optimizing their utility across projects.\n\nMentor and coach the engineering team in best practices for utilizing Claude Code, GitHub (with PR-based workflows), and GitHub Projects.\n\nCollaborate with product managers and stakeholders to define technical roadmaps and product requirements.\n\nConduct architectural reviews and code assessments to maintain high standards for software quality and security.\n\nFoster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement, exploring new AI technologies and methodologies that benefit the engineering process.\n\nWhat experience do you need for this role?\nYou're a strong fit for this AI Tech Lead role if you have:\n8+ years of experience in software development, with a strong emphasis on AI technologies and cloud computing.\n\nProficient in Python, Java, Google Cloud Platform (GCP), TypeScript, and modern databases (Firestore, Google Cloud SQL).\n\nSolid understanding of Google Agent Development Kit (ADK) and familiarity with Claude Code, GitHub (PR-based workflows), and GitHub Projects.\n\nHistory of leading technical teams and delivering large-scale AI-driven projects with a focus on best practices and coding standards.\n\nExcellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a passion for mentoring and guiding teams towards excellence.\n\nMore About PALO IT\nWhy join PALO IT as an AI Tech Lead?\nA forward-thinking, collaborative environment join a passionate international team pushing the boundaries of AI-native development.\n\nContinuous personal and professional growth through PALO IT Academy, specialized training, R&D projects, and a knowledge-sharing culture.\n\nGlobal opportunities international mobility and collaboration with visionary clients and frontier tech partners.\n\nEmpowerment to innovate shape and implement next-level AI methodologies as part of a collective intelligence.\n\nCompetitive compensation and benefits reflecting your skills, impact, and leadership.\n\nMore on PALO IT's team culture and benefits is available on the PALO IT careers page. \nDiversity, Equity and Inclusion\nAs a B Corp, PALO IT provides equal opportunities and assesses candidates solely on skills, potential, and motivation. 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