Back-end Developer Associate

Finastra; Lisboa; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited vacation

Hybrid working arrangements

Employee assistance program

Health, life and disability insurance

Retirement plans

Volunteer time off

Inclusion communities

Online learning

Job summary

Finastra is seeking an experienced web developer to build and maintain its digital platforms. You’ll work on Finastra-owned websites within a Drupal CMS, using PHP, Twig, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. You’ll collaborate with content, design, QA and infra teams to deliver new features and improvements.

You’ll contribute to code reviews, optimize performance, and stay current with Drupal updates and best practices while partnering with external dev agencies as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience developing websites or web applications using PHP.
• Hands‑on experience with Drupal CMS development and configuration.
• Working knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and responsive web development principles.
• Hands‑on experience with version control systems, such as Git.
• Strong problem‑solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain and enhance Finastra-owned websites.
• Build and enhance solutions within a Drupal CMS environment using PHP and Twig.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve application and website issues.
• Participate in code reviews and ensure adherence to development standards and best practices.
• Collaborate with external development partners and review delivered solutions.
• Optimize website performance, reliability, and scalability.
• Write clean, reusable, and well‑documented code.
• Work closely with content, design, QA, and infrastructure teams to deliver new features and improvements.
• Stay current with Drupal ecosystem updates, emerging technologies, and industry best practices.
• Help shape the future of Finastra’s digital presence.

Skills

PHP

Drupal CMS

HTML

CSS

JavaScript

Git

Problem solving

Independent work

Communication

Tools

Twig templating

Composer

Drush

CI/CD pipelines

Job description

Who are we?

At Finastra, we’re a global leader in financial services software, dedicated to expanding access to financial services and shaping what’s next for the industry. Our technology powers mission‑critical solutions across Lending, Payments and Universal Banking, supporting over 7,000 customers, including 80% of the world’s top 50 banks, in more than 110 countries.

Build websites used by millions worldwide.

Most developer roles give you a small piece of a large machine.

This isn’t one of them.

At Finastra, you’ll join a small team, responsible for the digital platforms that represent our business globally, including Finastra.com.

From day one, you’ll build new features, improve user experiences, solve technical challenges, and work directly with stakeholders to bring ideas to life. You’ll see the impact of your work quickly, have a genuine voice in how solutions are delivered, and gain exposure that would typically take years to earn in a larger organisation.

If you’re an ambitious developer looking to accelerate your career while working on a genuinely global platform, we’d love to hear from you.

What you’ll do

• Develop, maintain and enhance Finastra-owned websites.

• Build and enhance solutions within a Drupal CMS environment using PHP and Twig.

• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve application and website issues.

• Participate in code reviews and ensure adherence to development standards and best practices.

• Collaborate with external development partners and review delivered solutions.

• Optimize website performance, reliability, and scalability.

• Write clean, reusable, and well‑documented code.

• Work closely with content, design, QA, and infrastructure teams to deliver new features and improvements.

• Stay current with Drupal ecosystem updates, emerging technologies, and industry best practices.

• Help shape the future of Finastra’s digital presence.

What we’re looking for

Essential

• Experience developing websites or web applications using PHP.

• Hands‑on experience with Drupal CMS development and configuration.

• Working knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and responsive web development principles.

• Hands‑on experience with version control systems, such as Git.

• Strong problem‑solving and troubleshooting skills.

• Ability to work independently and take ownership.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Nice to have

• Understanding web security, performance optimization, and accessibility best practices.

• Twig templating experience.

• Familiarity with Composer, Drush, and CI/CD pipelines.

• Experience working with external development agencies.

• Experience with website testing and quality assurance.

• Familiarity with project management or ticketing tools.

Why join Finastra?

Make a visible impact
Work on global platforms used by customers, prospects and partners around the world.

Gain broad experience
This role offers exposure beyond development, including digital delivery, stakeholder collaboration, website operations and agency management.

Join a small, high-impact team
Your work will be visible, valued and directly influence how we deliver digital experiences globally.

Accelerate your growth
This is an opportunity for a developer who wants more ownership, broader exposure and the chance to grow within a global fintech organisation.

We are proud to offer a range of incentives to our employees worldwide. These benefits are available to everyone, regardless of grade, and reflect the values we stand for:

Flexibility: Enjoy unlimited vacation, subject to local regulations and business priorities. Benefit from hybrid working arrangements and inclusive policies such as paid time off for voting, bereavement, and sick leave.

Well‑being: Access confidential one‑to‑one support through our Employee Assistance Program, connect with our network of Wellbeing Champions and Gather Groups, and take part in monthly events and initiatives designed to help you thrive—inside and outside of work.

Health & Financial Security: Medical, life and disability insurance, retirement plans, lifestyle, and other benefits.*

Sustainability: Paid time off for volunteering and donation‑matching opportunities to support causes that matter to you.

Inclusion: Get involved in our inclusion communities, such as Count Me In, Culture@Finastra, Proud@Finastra, Disabilities@Finastra, and Women@Finastra—open to everyone who wants to participate and contribute.

Career Development: Access online learning and accredited courses through our Skills & Career Navigator tool.

Recognition: Take part in our global recognition program, Finastra Celebrates, and share your voice through regular employee surveys that help shape our culture and ways of working.

*Specific benefits may vary by location.

At Finastra, each individual is unique—bringing their own ideas, perspectives, cultural backgrounds, and experiences. We learn from one another, value what makes us different, and create an environment where everyone feels included, supported, and able to be their authentic selves.

Be unique. Be exceptional. Help us make a difference at Finastra.