Backend Software Engineer - Tooling @ Mercado Libre
placeGovernador Valadares, Southeast, Brazil
attach_money $120,000
businessOn Site
scheduleFull Time
Posted 16 hours ago
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Overview
The Backend Software Engineer - Tooling at Mercado Libre will contribute to the development and evolution of tools that support our engineering platform. You will support the maintenance and evolution of internal applications using Java, Spring Boot, React, and Python pipelines, and will participate in PoCs and quick wins in artificial intelligence for automatic categorization and ticket resolution.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain internal tools and applications.
- Implement PoCs and quick wins using AI technologies.
- Collaborate with various teams to integrate solutions and share knowledge.
- Document processes, RFCs, and best practices on Confluence.
- Participate in technical discussions, pair programming, and process improvements.
- Measure tool effectiveness using usage metrics.
Technical Requirements
- Experience in software development using Go, Java, Python, Ruby, or JavaScript.
- Knowledge of web application architecture and API integration.
- Experience with relational and non-relational databases and automated testing.
- Interest in AI applied to support, including language models and automatic categorization.
Team & Environment
You will work in a dynamic environment where every delivery generates quick, measurable value. A strong emphasis is placed on collaboration, communication, and continuous learning through pair programming, weekly technical debates, and pre/postmortem reviews.
Key Skills/Competency
- Java
- Spring Boot
- React
- Python
- Go
- APIs
- Automated Testing
- Artificial Intelligence
- Documentation
- Collaboration
How to Get Hired at Mercado Libre
🎯 Tips for Getting Hired
- Customize your resume: Tailor skills to Mercado Libre requirements.
- Highlight AI experience: Emphasize quick win projects and PoCs.
- Prepare examples: Use metrics and documentation samples.
- Research Mercado Libre: Study company culture and technical stack.
📝 Interview Preparation Advice
Technical Preparation
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Review Java and Spring Boot projects.
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Practice API integration and database queries.
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Study automated testing frameworks and tools.
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Familiarize with AI proof-of-concept projects.
Behavioral Questions
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Describe a successful team collaboration experience.
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Explain how you handle project documentation.
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Share a situation involving rapid adaptation.
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Discuss a technical debate you contributed to.
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