Data Engineer (Porto)

KCS IT; Porto; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free training programs

International projects in Benelux

Full Remote projects

Full Onsite projects

Well-being program: nutrition, mental/

Job summary

KCS IT is seeking an Amazing Data Engineer for a hybrid role in Porto. Ideal candidates bring 7+ years in data engineering, hands-on Flink and Kafka, and strong AWS data services experience. The role emphasizes designing scalable data platforms, APIs, and event-driven architectures, with a focus on quality and mentorship.

Join a diverse team that values equality and offers hybrid and remote project options, training programs, and international exposure across Benelux.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in Data Engineering.
• Strong hands-on experience with Apache Flink and Apache Kafka.
• Experience with AWS data and application services.
• Good knowledge of APIs, microservices, event-driven systems, and schema management.
• Experience with CI/CD, automated testing, observability, and production support.
• Ability to translate business requirements into clear technical designs.
• Experience reviewing implementation quality and supporting less experienced engineers.
• Professional working proficiency in English.

Skills

Data Engineering

Apache Flink

Apache Kafka

AWS data services

APIs & microservices

Observability

CI/CD

Requirements translation

Mentoring

English

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Software Engineering

Job description

We're looking for the special, unique and amazing YOU!

@ KCS IT, we look for the ones that stands out, for those that always wants to be better and fight for it, and for those who has the same values that we do: dedication, energy, integrity, transparency, flexibility, trust, honesty, hard work, proactivity, team work.

At KCS we stand for equality and value diversity. We create a safe, diverse environment where opportunities are equal for everyone! We do not discriminate based on age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender, disability or any factor other than merit. All applications with skills for the position are welcome!

We are looking for an Amazing: Data Engineer

Seniority: +7

Type of position: Hybrid Porto

The amazing you, will have:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field;
• 7+ years of experience in Data Engineering.
• Strong hands-on experience with Apache Flink and Apache Kafka.
• Experience with AWS data and application services.
• Good knowledge of APIs, microservices, event-driven systems, and schema management.
• Experience with CI/CD, automated testing, observability, and production support.
• Ability to translate business requirements into clear technical designs.
• Experience reviewing implementation quality and supporting less experienced engineers.
• Professional working proficiency in English.

Why should you become part of our family?

• You can develop a career that fits you: your career development is personalized, taking in consideration your needs and goals from a short to long term
• Interesting Challenges Ahead: you can work for several clients from different sectors of activity
• Free training programs: Our training and certification programs in languages, tech, behavior and business will help you to reach your full potential faster
• International projects in Benelux: you can gain international experience in Benelux and balance a new way of living with work
• Type of projects (depending on the project you might find one of this types of projects):
• In hybrid Systems: Is important to balance work with socialization, that's why a hybrid system works for us and for you
• Full Remote projects: If you want to work while you enjoy the comfort of your home
• Full Onsite projects: if you prefere the company of your colleagues!
• Take care of your well-being: Enjoy our free nutrition, psicologist, general medicine appointments and our yoga and personal training days… all remote!

Who are we?

Founded in 2008 and based in Lisbon, KCS IT is a consulting company in the field of Information Technology and Services, focused on creating value for our clients through three main areas: Consulting, Outsourcing, Inovation and Training. Our commitment to talent development is unmistakable in the recent opening of the Porto and Azores hubs, which aims to develop technology for the national and international market. Since 2018 we have been elected one of the 10 major companies in the "Index of Excellence", an initiative that aims to reward organizations that invest most in the development and satisfaction of their employees.