June 20, 2026

Backend Software Engineer (Digital Transformation)

Senior • Remote

Lisbon, Portugal

We are seeking a highly skilled Backend Software Engineer with a focus on Digital Transformation. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in modernizing legacy systems and a strong background in developing microservices architectures. Proven expertise in API development, cloud platforms, and containerized environments is crucial for this role. The individual will play a key role in driving innovative solutions while upholding the highest standards of code quality and delivery.

Key Responsibilities

  • Modernization: Drive the transition from legacy monolithic architectures to modular, microservice-based systems.

  • Event-Driven Architecture: Design and implement robust streaming pipelines and messaging solutions (Apache Kafka) to handle high-volume, real-time data.

  • API-First Engineering: Develop and maintain high-performance RESTful APIs, adhering to OpenAPI/Swagger standards.

  • Cloud-Native Delivery: Manage containerized workloads on cloud platforms (AWS/GCP) using Kubernetes, with a focus on CI/CD automation.

  • Code Quality: Uphold engineering excellence through comprehensive unit/integration testing, pair programming, and rigorous architectural design reviews.

  • Ownership: Take end-to-end responsibility for features from initial design to production deployment and observability.

Key Requirements

  • 5+ years in professional software development with a proven track record in distributed systems.

  • Deep proficiency in Java and the Spring ecosystem (Spring Boot, Spring Data).

  • Solid experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and cloud platforms (AWS, GCP).

  • Proven ability to implement event-driven solutions using tools like Apache Kafka.

  • Analytical problem-solver, comfortable navigating ambiguity, and passionate about continuous improvement/Clean Code.

  • Fluent in English and Spanish, with the ability to bridge technical and business requirements.

Nice to Have

  • Experience with DevOps practices and CI/CD tools.

  • Familiarity with Agile methodologies.

  • Understanding of cloud security best practices.

Other Details

This position is focused on contributing to a transformative digital agenda, predominantly remote, with opportunities for collaboration across various teams. Ideal candidates will exhibit flexibility and readiness to adapt to new challenges in a fast-paced environment.

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