Software Engineer

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

We are looking for a .NET Developer to contribute to a cloud-based data protection technology platform used in regulated and high-confidentiality environments. This role focuses on backend development, distributed services, real-time data processing and the implementation of secure, scalable modules across customer-specific technical contexts.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

- Develop and extend backend modules within a distributed microservices architecture using .NET technologies.

- Contribute to the maintenance and evolution of high-load, parallel and asynchronous services and databases.

- Build modules that parse, transform and stream data flows in real time across different formats and protocols.

- Work with relational and document databases to support platform features and data processing requirements.

- Optimize backend services for performance, reliability and maintainability.

- Support customer implementations by adapting interfaces or modules to specific technical requirements.

- Collaborate with the development team leader and engineering colleagues to deliver high-quality code.

- Use source control, CI/CD and containerization practices to support controlled and repeatable delivery.

- Work in an Agile environment using collaborative tools for documentation, planning and delivery tracking.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

- Solid experience in software development, with strong practical knowledge of C# and .NET backend development.

- Good understanding of database structures, principles and development practices.

- Experience working with asynchronous programming, parallel execution and performance optimization.

- Ability to contribute to distributed systems and microservices-based architectures.

- Professional working proficiency in English, with the ability to communicate clearly in technical contexts.

- Collaborative, proactive and responsible mindset, with attention to code quality and delivery reliability.

- Availability to work remotely, with occasional presence at Hexa offices in Lisbon or Porto when required.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

- C#

- .NET Core

- .NET Standard

- .NET Framework

- .NET 7.0

- Backend microservices

- Asynchronous programming

- Parallel execution

- Performance optimization

- SQL Server

- MongoDB

- ADO.NET

- Microsoft Enterprise Library Data

- Git

- Azure DevOps

- Octopus Deploy

- Docker

- Kubernetes

- AWS

- Microsoft Azure

- IdentityServer4

- OAuth2

- HTTP/2

- HTTP 1.1

- MessagePack

- JSON

- XML

- Binary data streams

- Confluence

- Jira

- Agile delivery practices

NICE TO HAVE

- Professional working proficiency in French.

- Experience with real-time data streaming, protocol-level integrations or binary formats over HTTP or TCP.

- Experience in data protection, cybersecurity, privacy, banking, healthcare or another regulated environment.

- Experience developing customer-specific interfaces or bespoke backend modules.

WHAT WE OFFER

- Private health insurance from day one, with no waiting periods and optional family extension.

- Confidential and free access to psychological support, content and live sessions through TEAM 24.

- Continuous learning and certification support to help you grow throughout your journey.

- Flexibility whenever the role and context allow it, supporting sustainable delivery and daily balance.

- Childcare vouchers and practical family support measures.

- Team moments, shared milestones and a collaborative environment built on honesty, mutual support and agility.

- Upskilling opportunities in quality management, information security, AI governance or cybersecurity best practices.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Hexa is committed to inclusive and fair recruitment practices. We value different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives, and we align our work with the principles of the Portuguese Diversity Charter.

HEXA LIFE

At Hexa, every professional is a Builder. You will join a collaborative environment where people contribute with ownership, support one another and adapt with a solution-oriented mindset to build stronger projects, solutions and professional relationships.