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.

Quality Labelling Specialist - (Third Party Contractor) - ModLab - Kazakh Market

Company: TikTok

Location: Lisbon, Portugal

Posted Oct 02, 2024

TikTok is seeking a 6-month temporary employee for a Global Monetization Integrity role. The successful candidate will act as a 2nd line quality auditor, execute data analyses, collaborate with other departments, and participate in quality calibrations. The role involves ensuring safe and quality experiences for advertisers, creating ad policies, and managing content review processes. TikTok values diversity and inclusivity, aiming to inspire creativity and bring joy.

Machine Learning Engineer

Company: Loka, Inc

Location: Latin America,North Macedonia,Portugal,Serbia

Posted Sep 28, 2024

The job posting is for a Machine Learning Engineer position at LokaLabs, a fully remote and globally distributed team. The role involves building and deploying ML models, analyzing errors, and designing strategies to overcome them. The company offers a range of benefits, including every other Friday off, relocation assistance, and a modern tech stack.

Data Engineer

Company: LetsGetChecked

Location: Portugal

Posted Oct 02, 2024

LetsGetChecked is a global healthcare solutions company that provides tools to manage health from home. The company is committed to empowering individuals to take control of their health and live longer, happier lives.

UX/UI Designer, Games

Company: Arkadium

Location: Portugal

Posted Sep 27, 2024

Arkadium is a games company that has been creating fun games for 20 years. They are a proud Evergreen business with values of Fierce Drive, Positive Energy, and Living Full Lives. They are looking for a talented UX/UI Designer to join their team.

Native German Bilingual: Non-Voice Customer Service Agent (Engagement & Content Moderation)

Company: BrickBrands

Location: Portugal

Posted Sep 27, 2024

The job description is for a Customer Service Agent at BrickBrands, a fast-growing company that provides brand protection and customer engagement services. The role involves responding to customer inquiries, monitoring and engaging with content on social media platforms, and moderating online communities. The company offers a remote work environment, competitive compensation, and opportunities for career growth.

QA Engineer

Company: Tabby

Location: Portugal, Georgia, Spain, Serbia, Armenia

Posted Sep 30, 2024

Tabby is a financial technology company that provides financial freedom to users by reshaping their relationship with money. The company has over 5 million active users and is backed by leading investors. It is looking for a Senior QA Engineer to join its Debit and PFM Team.

Business Development Representative - German Speaking

Company: Cloudflare

Location: Lisbon, Portugal

Posted Oct 02, 2024

Cloudflare, a leading company in the Internet infrastructure sector, is seeking a Business Development Representative (BDR) for its Lisbon office. The BDR will contribute to the company's revenue generation by delivering pipeline at scale, focusing on people, process, and tools. The role involves creating excellent customer experiences, learning Cloudflare's products and services, and developing customer-centric sales skills. The company values diversity and inclusiveness, and offers opportunities for team members to move into roles across the organization. Cloudflare is known for its commitment to protecting the free and open Internet, with initiatives like Project Galileo and 1.1.1.1.

QA Lead

Company: Namecheap

Location: Portugal, Ukraine

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The job posting is for a QA Lead position at Namecheap, responsible for Quality Assurance processes for mobile applications. The team is hybrid or remote, and the job offers a supportive management, continuous learning, and a global company with over 2600 employees.

Infrastructure Engineer

Company: Mindera

Location: Portugal

Posted Sep 29, 2024

Mindera is a software engineering company that is building a world-class team and is looking for an Infrastructure Engineer to join their agile project team. The ideal candidate will have a blend of technical skills and leadership ability, and will be responsible for implementing a hub and spoke model on GCP, setting up GCP environments, and deploying and managing GKE clusters and Istio service mesh.

Senior Project Manager

Company: Altar.io

Location: Portugal

Posted Sep 29, 2024

Altar is a company that offers a range of products and services, including project management, software development, and machine learning. They are looking for a Senior Project Manager to join their team, who will be responsible for managing projects, mentoring team members, and ensuring that projects are delivered on time and within budget.

Senior Billing Systems Engineer

Company: Cloudflare

Location: Portugal

Posted Sep 27, 2024

Cloudflare is a technology company on a mission to build a better Internet. They are looking for engineers to join their Billing Team, which builds and maintains billing services for customer onboarding and subscription management. The company values diversity and inclusiveness and provides equal employment opportunities.

Medical Science Liaison - Portugal

Company: CSL

Location: Lisbon, Portugal

Posted Oct 02, 2024

CSL Vifor is seeking an MSL to work in Portugal, focusing on nephrology product launches. The role involves representing Medical Affairs externally, engaging with KOLs, HCPs, and key accounts. Tasks include developing and maintaining scientific expertise, facilitating scientific engagement, and supporting clinical research. Minimum requirements include a university degree in a medical or life science field, 3 years of relevant experience, and excellent communication skills in Portuguese and English. Preferred qualifications include medical education, clinical and research experience in Internal Medicine, Nephrology, or Cardiology, and strong KOL engagement experience.

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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