Portuguese company hires for hybrid position
Location: Lisbon, Portugal
- ️ Only candidates already based in Portugal will be considered
Work Model: Hybrid (3 days per week onsite in Lisbon)
️ Language Requirements: Fluent English (spoken and written)
Seniority: Senior (7+ years)
Rate Between €4000 - 4300 RV
- ️ Instructions: Please send your CV in English and make sure to include all skills and experience that match the requirements of the opportunity. This will significantly increase your chances of success
Freelancers are welcome.
If you wish to work part-time, this opportunity is also for you!
Hourly pay.
We are looking for an experienced Senior Backend Developer to join a multidisciplinary team delivering innovative solutions for an international project based in Portugal.
This is an exciting opportunity for a backend-focused professional who enjoys building scalable systems, designing robust architectures, and working with modern cloud-native technologies. You will be part of a highly collaborative environment where technical excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement are highly valued.
If you are passionate about backend development, distributed systems, cloud technologies, and high-performance applications, this role is for you.
As a Senior Backend Developer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining scalable backend services that support critical business applications. You will collaborate closely with frontend developers, DevOps engineers, product teams, and other stakeholders to deliver reliable, secure, and high-performing solutions.
Backend Development & Architecture
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Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend applications and APIs.
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Develop and manage database structures and data models.
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Build secure, reliable, and high-performance backend services.
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Ensure software quality through testing, code reviews, and best development practices.
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Contribute to architecture decisions and technical improvements.
Cloud & Infrastructure
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Develop cloud-native solutions leveraging AWS services.
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Work with containerized environments using Docker.
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Support application scalability, resilience, and performance optimization.
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Implement monitoring, logging, and alerting solutions.
System Integration & Performance
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Integrate third-party services and external APIs.
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Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize application performance.
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Monitor system health and proactively identify improvement opportunities.
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Collaborate with DevOps teams to improve deployment and operational processes.
Collaboration & Delivery
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Work closely with Product Managers, Frontend Developers, and DevOps teams.
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Participate in technical discussions, code reviews, and sprint planning activities.
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Contribute to Agile development processes and continuous delivery initiatives.
Core Technologies
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Node.js
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TypeScript
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NestJS
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PostgreSQL
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Redis
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Docker
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AWS
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Python
Additional Technologies
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ExpressJS (highly appreciated)
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React (valuable)
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React Native (valuable)
Professional Experience
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Minimum 7 years of proven experience in Backend Development.
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Strong experience designing and developing scalable APIs and backend services.
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Experience with cloud-based architectures and distributed systems.
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Strong database design and optimization skills.
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Experience implementing monitoring, logging, and alerting solutions.
Languages
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Fluent English (mandatory)
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Fluent Portuguese (nice to have)
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Experience working in Agile environments.
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Knowledge of Microservices Architecture.
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Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
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Exposure to frontend technologies such as React and React Native.
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Experience building high-availability systems.
We are looking for a professional who:
✅ Has a strong backend engineering mindset and enjoys solving complex technical challenges.
✅ Is experienced in designing scalable, resilient, and cloud-native architectures.
✅ Takes ownership of systems throughout the entire software lifecycle.
✅ Demonstrates excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
✅ Is proactive, autonomous, and focused on delivering business value.
✅ Works effectively within multidisciplinary and international teams.
✅ Communicates clearly with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
✅ Maintains a strong focus on quality, performance, and security.
In this role, you will:
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Deliver robust and scalable backend solutions.
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Improve application performance, reliability, and security.
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Contribute to architecture and technology decisions.
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Enhance system observability through monitoring and logging strategies.
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Support the successful delivery of critical business applications.
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Become a trusted technical contributor within the engineering team.
Please answer the following questions as part of your application:
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How many years of experience do you have as a Backend Developer?
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What is your level of expertise with Node.js and TypeScript?
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Describe your experience with NestJS and backend architecture design.
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Have you developed cloud-native applications using AWS? Which services have you used?
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What is your experience with Docker and containerized deployments?
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How have you used Redis in previous projects?
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Describe a scalable API or backend platform you have designed or maintained.
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What is your experience with PostgreSQL database design and optimization?
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Have you implemented monitoring, logging, or alerting solutions? Which tools did you use?
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Do you have experience with Agile methodologies and cross-functional teams?
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What is your current English proficiency level?
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Are you available to work in a hybrid model in Lisbon (3 days onsite per week)?
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Work on an international project with modern technologies.
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Be part of a highly skilled and collaborative engineering team.
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Contribute to impactful and scalable digital solutions.
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Access continuous learning and technical growth opportunities.
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Work with cloud-native architectures and cutting-edge backend technologies.
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Participate in challenging projects that encourage innovation and technical excellence.
Senior Backend Developer, Backend Development, Node.js, TypeScript, NestJS, ExpressJS, PostgreSQL, Redis, AWS, Amazon Web Services, Docker, Python, REST API, API Development, Microservices, Distributed Systems, Cloud Architecture, Cloud-Native Applications, Backend Architecture, Database Design, Database Optimization, SQL, High Availability Systems, Scalability, Performance Optimization, Logging, Monitoring, Alerting, System Integration, Third-Party APIs, Software Engineering, DevOps, CI/CD, Git, Agile, Scrum, Software Development Lifecycle, SDLC, Problem Solving, Technical Design, Containerization, React, React Native
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