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.

Financial Inclusion - Director, Product Management

Company: Mastercard

Location: Lisbon, Portugal

Posted Nov 01, 2024

Mastercard, a global technology company in the payments industry, is seeking a Director of Product Management for its Financial Inclusion Consumer Solutions team. The team aims to include over one billion people in the digital economy by 2025, focusing on accelerating the movement of the underserved towards true financial health. The successful candidate will identify opportunities, drive end-to-end product strategy, and collaborate with various teams to enhance go-to-market strategies. They will also work with external partners to deliver new capabilities to the underserved segment. The role requires extensive product management experience, a strong passion for financial inclusion, and superior communication skills.

Chief Java Developer

Company: EPAM Systems

Location: Lisbon, Portugal

Posted Nov 01, 2024

A leading European investment bank is seeking a skilled Chief Java Developer with 7+ years of experience. The role involves participating in an agile-based software development lifecycle, collaborating with production support teams, and proposing feedback on architecture and technology choices. The developer will work on real-time event-driven applications and have opportunities for career growth and professional development within the company.

Fullstack Software Engineer

Company: Riskified

Location: Lisbon, Portugal

Posted Nov 01, 2024

Riskified is a company that empowers businesses to grow their ecommerce by protecting them against chargebacks and fraud. They offer AI-powered solutions for risk intelligence and have a large team of analysts, data scientists, and researchers. The Connect Team, part of the Post Fulfill group, is seeking a developer to build a scalable architecture for their core services and web applications. The role involves daily code deployment, ownership of production systems, collaboration with design and product teams, and experience with technologies like Scala, Node.js, Postgres, Elastic, Redis, AWS, Kafka, Docker, and Kubernetes.

Sales Development Representative with French

Company: Zendesk

Location: Lisbon, Portugal

Posted Nov 01, 2024

Zendesk, a leading Customer Support Platform, is seeking exceptional sales talent to drive new business in EMEA. The role involves managing high volume of inbound leads, upselling and cross-selling, and delivering on regional strategy. The ideal candidate should have fluency in French and English, a passion for consultative sales, and excellent communication skills. A 'Can Do' attitude, business experience (preferably in SaaS sales), and the ability to work in a hybrid model are also required. Zendesk offers a multicultural team environment, a rich onsite experience, and flexibility to work remotely. The company is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Java Lead Software Engineer / Architect

Company: Mastercard

Location: Lisbon, Portugal

Posted Nov 01, 2024

Mastercard is seeking a Lead Software Engineer / Architect to develop and deliver best-of-breed authentication products for e-commerce transactional use cases. The role involves creating architectural designs, writing code, driving prioritization decisions, introducing new technologies, and providing development and architecture guidance. The ideal candidate should have skills in building applications using open frameworks, understanding advanced design patterns, designing microservice architectures, and undertaking technical reviews. Excellent written and communication skills in English are required. Mastercard values diversity, inclusion, and ethical decision-making.

Senior Data Engineer

Company: Air Up

Location: UK, Germany, Portugal, Spain

Posted Nov 01, 2024

The company air up is looking for a Senior Data Engineer to join their team. The job involves managing the tech stack architecture and data ingestion layer, working with data analysts and delivery teams to provide a self-service data platform. The company offers a range of benefits, including 30 days of vacation, a purpose-built office, and opportunities for personal development.

Lead DevOps Engineer

Company: EPAM Systems

Location: Entroncamento, Portugal

Posted Nov 01, 2024

The company is looking for a skilled Lead DevOps Engineer with Linux administration expertise to join their team. The role involves implementing DevOps practices for efficient deployment and integration of applications, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and leading a team of engineers. Requirements include 5+ years of relevant experience, 1+ year of leadership experience, and proficiency in tools like Ansible, Docker, Kubernetes, Bash, and Python. The company offers competitive compensation, diverse projects, career growth opportunities, and a supportive work environment.

Java Developer (relocation to Cyprus)

Company: EPAM Systems

Location: Entroncamento, Portugal

Posted Nov 01, 2024

The job posting is for an experienced Java Developer position in Cyprus, working on an insurance application. The role is remote and offers a hybrid setup. The developer will work on creating data integration and business services within a microservices architecture, using Spring Boot and operating in a cloud-native environment on Microsoft Azure. Key responsibilities include validating service performance, maintaining DevSecOps principles, and participating in testing and production environments. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in Java, Spring Boot, relational databases (preferably PostgreSQL), and test-driven development. Benefits include private healthcare insurance, regular performance assessments, family-friendly initiatives, and extensive learning and development opportunities.

Azure DevOps Engineer (relocation to Cyprus)

Company: EPAM Systems

Location: Entroncamento, Portugal

Posted Nov 01, 2024

EPAM Cyprus is seeking an experienced DevOps Engineer for a role in Nicosia, Cyprus. The position involves managing and implementing infrastructure projects on Azure Cloud and OnPrem, developing Infrastructure as Code Templates, and improving Azure DevOps processes. The ideal candidate should have 2+ years of Java programming experience, 1+ year of experience with Microsoft Azure, and knowledge of Azure Identity and Access Management, Cloud Networking, and Terraform. Benefits include private healthcare insurance, performance assessments, family-friendly initiatives, and learning opportunities.

Lead

Company: NIKE, Inc.

Location: Lisbon, Portugal

Posted Nov 01, 2024

NIKE, Inc. is seeking a Retail Lead to join their team in Lisbon, Portugal. The role involves delivering exceptional consumer service, ensuring a premium brand experience, coordinating and coaching employees, and maintaining a positive work atmosphere. The successful candidate will support commercial, athlete experience, and consumer experience areas. NIKE offers a competitive compensation package, performance-based bonuses, and generous employee discounts. The company values diversity, equity, and inclusion, and is committed to fostering a culture of growth and innovation.

Technical Account Manager

Company: Riskified

Location: Lisbon, Portugal

Posted Nov 01, 2024

Riskified is a company that empowers businesses to grow their ecommerce by mitigating risks. They offer protection against chargebacks, fraud, and policy abuse, using AI-powered fraud and risk intelligence. Their platform analyzes individual interactions for real-time decisions. Riskified works with major brands like Wayfair, Gucci, and GoPro. The Technical Account Manager role involves serving as the main technical point of contact for enterprise merchants, leading upsells, cross-sales, and integration efforts. The role requires a proven technical background, excellent communication skills, and experience in B2B SaaS/PaaS/IaaS, preferably in the e-commerce and/or payments industry.

Lead Java Developer

Company: EPAM Systems

Location: Lisbon, Portugal

Posted Nov 01, 2024

A leading European investment bank is seeking a skilled and experienced Lead Java Developer with 5+ years of software development experience and 1+ year of leadership experience. The role involves participating in an agile-based software development lifecycle, collaborating with production support teams, and leading a team of developers. The ideal candidate should have practical knowledge of Java-core, experience in developing real-time event-driven applications, and a strong understanding of test-driven development and continuous integration practices. The bank offers competitive compensation, a variety of projects, opportunities for career growth, and a flexible work environment.

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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