AI Native - Software Engineer

Quick answer: what is this job?

PALO IT is hiring a Senior AI Native Software Engineer in Paris, France (hybrid) to design, build, and ship AI-augmented software for enterprise clients, using PALO IT's proprietary Gen-e²™ AI-native delivery methodology. The role sits in a technology consultancy of 450+ experts across 10 countries, and requires solid professional software engineering experience (Java, .NET, React, Angular or similar) combined with hands-on use of AI coding assistants such as GitHub Copilot or Cursor.

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

What does an AI Native Software Engineer do at PALO IT?

As an AI Native Software Engineer at PALO IT, you lead and accelerate the next wave of software innovation across five core responsibilities:

• Design AI-driven architectures. Build elegant, scalable systems by using AI to solve complex technical challenges tailored to each client's needs.

• Raise the bar on software craftsmanship. Write clean, maintainable code accelerated by AI assistance — not just faster, but smarter and more reliable.

• Drive collaboration and innovation. Bring new ideas, test emerging AI technologies, and help evolve PALO IT's Gen-e²™ methodology together with peers and clients.

• Turn complexity into clarity. Translate abstract client needs into clear technical designs, visualizations, and workshops that create shared understanding.

• Own quality and security. Lead AI-powered audits of code, accessibility, performance, and security, raising the standard for modern product delivery.

PALO IT's clients include some of the world's most successful enterprises, next-generation businesses, and frontier technology partners. This role means shaping what comes next for them, helping them scale AI, and solving complex business and technology challenges.

What experience do you need for this role?

You're a strong fit for this AI Native Software Engineer role if you have:

• Significant professional software engineering experience delivering quality software across diverse tech stacks (Java, .NET, React, Angular, or comparable).

• A technology-agnostic mindset proficient in your current stack, curious enough to explore new tools and frameworks, and comfortable in cross-functional collaboration.

• Hands-on, structured experience with at least one AI coding assistant (for example GitHub Copilot or Cursor) you understand both the power and the limits of AI in real-world development.

• Strong prompt engineering skills you can craft precise inputs that maximize what an AI coding assistant can do.

• Critical thinking to verify AI-generated output, so the systems you ship stay robust and trustworthy.

• Genuine curiosity about emerging AI trends you stay ahead in a fast-evolving landscape.

• A commitment to social, environmental, and ethical impact in technology Tech for Good is part of how you work, matching PALO IT's B Corp status.

• Fluency in English and a collaborative mindset suited to an international environment.

PALO IT's consultants come from wonderfully diverse backgrounds. If your profile doesn't match this description 100%, you're still encouraged to apply.

Why join PALO IT as an AI Native Software Engineer?

• A forward-thinking, collaborative environment join a passionate international team pushing the boundaries of AI-native development.

• Continuous personal and professional growth through PALO IT Academy, specialized training, R&D projects, and a knowledge-sharing culture.

• Global opportunities international mobility and collaboration with visionary clients and frontier tech partners.

• Empowerment to innovate shape and implement next-level AI methodologies as part of a collective intelligence.

• Competitive compensation and benefits reflecting your skills, impact, and leadership.

More on PALO IT's team culture and benefits is available on the PALO IT careers page.

Diversity, equity and inclusion

As a B Corp, PALO IT provides equal opportunities and assesses candidates solely on skills, potential, and motivation. PALO IT welcomes applications regardless of gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, background, ethnicity, religion, disability, or any other protected attribute.

Frequently asked questions about this roleIs this AI Native Software Engineer role remote or on-site?

The role is hybrid, based in Paris, France, combining on-site collaboration with remote flexibility.

What AI tools does PALO IT use for software engineering?

PALO IT engineers use AI coding assistants such as GitHub Copilot and Cursor as part of the Gen-e²™ AI-native delivery methodology, alongside strong prompt engineering and critical review of AI-generated code.

What tech stacks are used at PALO IT?

Common stacks include Java, .NET, React, and Angular, though PALO IT values a technology-agnostic mindset over expertise in any single stack.

Do I need to be an AI expert to apply?

No. You need practical, structured experience with at least one AI coding assistant and a genuine curiosity to keep learning — deep AI research expertise is not required.

What makes PALO IT different from other technology consultancies?

PALO IT is 100% independent with zero debt, founded in 2009, and one of the few technology consultancies that is both a World Economic Forum New Champion and a certified B Corporation. It is also becoming an agentic organization, applying the same Gen-e²™ AI-native operating model internally that it delivers to clients.