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.

Senior Analyst, Strategic Revenue Planning & Economics

Company: Mastercard

Location: Lisbon, Portugal

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Mastercard is seeking a Senior Specialist Strategic Revenue Planning & Economics to join the Digital Transformation Team. The role involves developing and optimizing pricing models for core products, identifying opportunities to strengthen Mastercard's product economics, and driving a medium- to long-term strategic revenue planning effort. The ideal candidate should have a Master's degree in a relevant field, proficiency in Excel and programming languages like SQL, Python, or R, strong analytical skills, and excellent English communication abilities.

Lead Software Engineer .NET

Company: JPMorgan Chase

Location: Lisbon, Portugal

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Senior Machine Learning Scientist

Company: TripAdvisor

Location: Lisbon, Portugal / Remote

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Electrical Virtual Sales End Users

Company: Schneider Electric

Location: Entroncamento, Portugal

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Full Stack Developer

Company: Wipro

Location: Porto, Portugal

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Wipro is seeking a Lead Developer Full Stack - Digital Products to collaborate with client teams to achieve development goals. The role involves choosing optimal solutions, implementing, testing, maintaining, and documenting work, and integrating it into product architecture and enterprise infrastructure. Wipro offers a competitive remuneration package, extensive training, a dynamic work environment, and a career path within a global leading tech firm. The ideal candidate should have experience in software development, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, NestJS or Node.js, Angular, SQL, and Google Cloud Platform. Additional assets include experience with .NET (C#), understanding of storage technologies and networking, and experience with Google Firebase, BigQuery, and schema-based/non-schema-based databases.

Director, Global Pricing and Interchange

Company: Mastercard

Location: Lisbon, Portugal

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Mastercard is seeking a Director of Global Pricing and Interchange Strategy to support its mission of profitable market share growth. The role involves developing and implementing pricing and interchange strategies, building new tools for pricing, conducting strategic analysis, and liaising with regional and service organizations. The ideal candidate will have experience in financial and business management, financial modeling, and advanced PC skills. They should be a strategic thinker with strong interpersonal and leadership skills, capable of influencing and driving initiatives across multiple functions and geographies.

DC Installation & Commissioning _Senior Field Service Engineer

Company: Eaton

Location: Entroncamento, Portugal

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Eaton's Electrical Division is seeking a Field Service Engineer to work on large data center projects. The role involves overseeing data center commissioning, providing technical expertise, supporting and training local engineers, managing key account escalations, and working closely with project managers. The ideal candidate should have an installer electrical background, 5-7+ years of UPS experience, and knowledge of industrial communication protocols. Eaton offers a competitive benefits package, challenging projects, and great promotional opportunities.

Senior Fullstack Software Engineer

Company: Riskified

Location: Lisbon, Portugal

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Riskified, a leading ecommerce fraud prevention company, is seeking a Full-Stack Developer. The role involves building and maintaining applications end-to-end using various technologies. The developer will work in a dynamic, agile environment with cutting-edge technologies, contributing to expanding Riskified's ecosystem. Key responsibilities include designing and developing highly reliable, available, and scalable architecture, deploying code to production daily, and collaborating with design and product teams to define and implement new features. The ideal candidate should have 5+ years of proven experience in hands-on server-side coding, hands-on experience in React, and strong understanding of databases and cloud services. Riskified offers a fast-paced, collaborative work environment with benefits including hybrid work mode, flexible schedule, healthcare benefits, and more.

Process Owner

Company: Aptiv

Location: Lisbon, Portugal

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Senior Platform/ CICD Engineer

Company: Workato

Location: Lisbon, Portugal

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Workato, a leader in enterprise orchestration, is seeking a Senior Platform/CICD Engineer. The role involves building a modern, scalable platform, maintaining current solutions, onboarding Workato components, and improving services through rigorous testing. The ideal candidate should have a degree in CS, 5+ years of hands-on engineering experience, and expertise in cloud-based architectures, Kubernetes, and Infrastructure as Code practices. Strong communication skills in English are required.

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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