Tech Jobs in Portugal

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Portugal has become a magnet for tech talent thanks to its vibrant startup ecosystem, attractive tax incentives, and the government's Digital Nomad Visa, which allows remote workers to stay for up to a year with minimal paperwork. Living in Lisbon’s Príncipe Real or Porto’s Gaia offers a blend of historic charm and modern coworking spaces like Second Home and LxFactory, making day‑to‑day life as productive as it is enjoyable.

Tech firms range from global giants to agile startups. Major players include Farfetch, a Lisbon‑based luxury e‑commerce platform; Outsystems and Talkdesk, both headquartered in Lisbon and offering SaaS solutions worldwide; Feedzai, a fintech disruptor in Porto; and Unbabel, an AI‑driven translation startup with offices in Lisbon and Berlin. The country also hosts a thriving green‑tech sector, with companies such as EDP and Green Energy Solutions driving renewable initiatives.

The cost of living varies by city: Lisbon averages €1,200–€1,800 per month for a furnished apartment in the city centre, while Porto offers similar quality for €800–€1,200, and the Algarve is competitive for €900–€1,300. Transparent salary data lets candidates compare offers against local expenses, ensuring they can maintain a comfortable lifestyle while enjoying Portugal’s mild climate and high quality of life.

03P - Unified Systems Operations

Company: Kyndryl

Location: Viseu, Portugal / Remote

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Lead Infrastructure Engineer

Company: Arcesium

Location: Lisbon, Portugal

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Manager, Product Development

Company: Mastercard

Location: Lisbon, Portugal

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Lead - Maternity Leave Coverage

Company: NIKE, Inc.

Location: Albufeira, Portugal

Posted Jan 24, 2025

NIKE, Inc. is a growth company that encourages employees to grow with it, offering a generous total rewards package, a casual work environment, and a diverse and inclusive culture. The company seeks team members who can explore potential, obliterate boundaries, and push out the edges of what can be. NIKE, Inc. values diversity and rewards imagination, looking for achievers, leaders, and visionaries. A career in Nike Retail demands creativity and ambition, offering the opportunity to grow with some of the best athletes, teammates, and retail partners in the industry. The role involves supporting a team to efficiently receive products, conduct accurate inventories, and meet presentation standards. It also includes ensuring the team has tools to deliver world-class athlete experiences and leading by example to enhance the customer experience.

Lead Data Engineer

Company: TripAdvisor

Location: Lisbon, Portugal

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Viator, a Tripadvisor company, is seeking a Lead Data Engineer to join their distributed European team in a hybrid setup based in Lisbon. The role involves designing, building, and maintaining Viator's data infrastructure, including data pipelines, data warehouses, and data marts. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, 8+ years of data engineering experience, strong leadership skills, and expertise in ETL processes, data warehousing, and data modeling. Proficiency in SQL and at least one object-oriented language like Java or C# is required. Viator offers a competitive salary, generous stock awards, flexible working hours, comprehensive healthcare, pension, and holiday benefits.

Electrical Virtual Sales Distributors

Company: Schneider Electric

Location: Entroncamento, Portugal

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Distribution Sales Manager

Company: Schneider Electric

Location: Entroncamento, Portugal

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Schneider Electric is seeking a sales team leader for Distributors customers in Portugal. The role involves generating demand, ensuring business growth, and coordinating with other sales teams. The leader will coach team members, maximize efficiency using digital tools, and maintain a deep understanding of the regional business and customer ecosystem. They will also ensure high customer satisfaction, support in pricing and commercial strategy, and report all commercial activity in the company CRM. The company values inclusion, mastery, purpose, action, curiosity, and teamwork, aiming to be a leader in sustainability and resilience.

Senior OpenText ECM Developer (xECM)

Company: EPAM Systems

Location: Entroncamento, Portugal

Posted Jan 24, 2025

IT SOX Senior Associate

Company: Cloudflare

Location: Lisbon, Portugal

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Customer Projects EHS Specialist

Company: Eaton

Location: Lisbon, Portugal

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Eaton is seeking a Customer Projects EHS Specialist to develop and implement EHS management programs, ensuring safe project preparation, execution, and handover. The role involves representing Eaton on EHS-related matters with customers, driving EHS culture, and monitoring performance. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in engineering, occupational safety, or a related field, with a Master's preferred. They should have at least 5 years of project EHS management experience, expert knowledge of EHS requirements, and strong team-building and leadership skills. Fluency in English and Spanish is required. Eaton offers a supportive work environment, international team, opportunities for career advancement, and a focus on employee wellbeing.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of tech jobs are available in Portugal?
Portugal’s tech market hosts a spectrum of roles: Software Engineer, Backend/Frontend Developer, Mobile Engineer, Cloud/SRE Engineer, Data Scientist/Analyst, Machine Learning Engineer, Cybersecurity Analyst, Product Manager, UX/UI Designer, QA Engineer, DevOps, and Blockchain Engineer. Check job boards for specific skill requirements such as Python, Go, React, AWS, Azure, Docker, Kubernetes, and Terraform.
Remote vs on-site trends in Portugal?
Hybrid work is the norm: 70% of Lisbon‑based firms offer flexible schedules, while Porto’s tech scene leans towards fully remote teams. Companies such as Talkdesk and Outsystems maintain remote‑first policies, enabling talent from anywhere to apply. The Digital Nomad Visa facilitates staying in Portugal while working for foreign employers, often with a 12‑month stay and no work permit requirement.
Who are the major employers in Portugal?
Top employers include Farfetch (e‑commerce), Outsystems (low‑code), Talkdesk (contact centre), Feedzai (fintech), Unbabel (AI translation), EDP (energy), NOS (telecom), Critical Software (software engineering), Google Portugal, Microsoft Portugal, Amazon Web Services, and local incubators like StartupX. These companies offer structured career paths, comprehensive benefits, and international exposure.
What are salary expectations for the region?
Median gross salaries in Lisbon hover around €35k–€55k for software engineers, €38k–€60k for data scientists, and €30k–€48k for product managers. In Porto the ranges are slightly lower by 5–10%, while the Algarve offers similar numbers but with lower living costs. Transparent figures on Job Transparency help you benchmark offers before negotiation.
How can I relocate to Portugal for tech work?
Plan a pre‑move visit to explore neighbourhoods such as Príncipe Real, Santos, and Alcântara in Lisbon, or Ribeira and Gaia in Porto. Secure a residence permit through Portugal’s Golden Visa or the Digital Nomad Visa if you’ll be working remotely. Register for a Portuguese tax number (NIF), open a local bank account, learn basic Portuguese phrases, and network through meetups like Lisbon Tech Meetup or Porto Startup Hub. Finally, use Job Transparency’s salary filters to set realistic expectations for each city’s cost of living.

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