Senior java developer (hybrid)

SENIOR JAVA DEVELOPER (HYBRID LISBON)

Portuguese company hires for hybrid position

Location: Lisbon, Portugal

⚠️ Only candidates already based in Portugal will be considered

Work Model: Hybrid — 2 to 3 days per week in the office

️ Language Requirements: Fluent English — mandatory | French knowledge is valued

Seniority: Senior (5+ years)

Sector: Financial Services

Rate Between €2000 - 2600 RV / €1400 - 1700 CTI (gross value)

⚠️ 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

About the Opportunity

We are looking for a Senior Java Developer to design and build scalable backend solutions for financial data platforms. You will develop APIs, ensure software quality through modern engineering practices, and collaborate with business users throughout the delivery lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop scalable backend solutions using Java 21 and Spring;
• Build and integrate APIs for financial data platforms;
• Develop and optimise solutions using PostgreSQL;
• Apply microservices, unit testing, version control, and CI/CD best practices;
• Collaborate with business and technical teams from requirements through delivery;
• Contribute to code quality, performance, and platform reliability.

Mandatory Requirements

• At least 5 years of professional Java development experience;
• Recent experience with Java and the Spring ecosystem;
• Knowledge of Java 21;
• Strong SQL and PostgreSQL experience;
• Experience developing APIs and microservices;
• Solid knowledge of unit testing, version control, and CI/CD;
• Fluent English;
• Availability for hybrid work in Lisbon.

Nice to Have

• Experience in financial services or financial data platforms;
• Basic or intermediate French.

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate is an experienced Java engineer with strong backend expertise, solid development practices, and the ability to build reliable and scalable solutions. You communicate confidently in English and collaborate effectively with technical teams and business users.

Questions for Candidates

1. How many years of professional Java experience do you have?
2. Do you have recent hands-on experience with Java 21 and Spring?
3. Have you developed APIs and microservices for scalable platforms?
4. What is your experience with SQL and PostgreSQL?
5. Have you worked with CI/CD, unit testing, and version-control practices?
6. Do you have experience in financial services?
7. Are you fluent in English? What is your French level?
8. Are you available to work 2 to 3 days per week in Lisbon?
9. Which contract model do you prefer, and is the proposed compensation aligned with your expectations?
10. What is your availability to start?

CV Keywords

Java 21, Java, Spring, Spring Boot, Backend Development, APIs, REST APIs, Microservices, SQL, PostgreSQL, Unit Testing, CI/CD, Version Control, Software Engineering, Scalable Applications, Financial Services, Financial Data Platforms, Fluent English, French

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