Java Software Engineer

Hexa Consulting; Porto; Hybrid; EUR 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private health insurance

Mental health support

Learning and certification support

Flexible hybrid work arrangement

Childcare vouchers

Job summary

Hexa Consulting is seeking a Software Engineer to join an international team in Porto or remote-friendly locations in Portugal. The role offers a flexible hybrid model with one on-site day per week and involves developing and evolving business-critical digital solutions.

You will work across Java, Quarkus/Spring Boot, Angular and AWS, contributing to microservices, data initiatives and secure, high-quality software delivery in an Agile setting.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of professional experience in software engineering.
• Experience delivering backend and frontend components in modern digital product environments.
• Ability to work with international and multidisciplinary teams.
• Professional working proficiency in English at C1 level or equivalent.
• Ownership, accountability and a solution-oriented mindset.
• Collaborative approach, transparency and willingness to learn and share knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain backend applications using Java, Quarkus or Spring Boot.
• Build frontend components using Angular and TypeScript.
• Implement asynchronous integrations and event-driven flows with Apache Kafka.
• Work with AWS services to support scalable, resilient and available solutions.
• Contribute to modern microservices-based architecture decisions and implementation.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in an Agile delivery environment.
• Support application quality, performance, reliability and security throughout the delivery lifecycle.
• Contribute to data-oriented initiatives when relevant to the product roadmap.

Skills

English proficiency

Team collaboration

Ownership mindset

Agile/Scrum

Tools

Java

Quarkus

Spring Boot

Angular

TypeScript

AWS

REST APIs

Event-driven

CI/CD

Git

Agile/Scrum

Security best practices

Job description

We are looking for a Software Engineer to join an international team in the logistics and sea freight sector, contributing to the development and evolution of business‑critical digital solutions. This is an opportunity based in Porto or remote‑friendly locations in Portugal, with a flexible hybrid model requiring one on‑site day per week.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Develop and maintain backend applications using Java, Quarkus or Spring Boot.
• Build frontend components using Angular and TypeScript.
• Implement asynchronous integrations and event‑driven flows with Apache Kafka.
• Work with AWS services to support scalable, resilient and available solutions.
• Contribute to modern microservices‑based architecture decisions and implementation.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in an Agile delivery environment.
• Support application quality, performance, reliability and security throughout the delivery lifecycle.
• Contribute to data‑oriented initiatives when relevant to the product roadmap.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• 3 to 5 years of professional experience in software engineering.
• Experience delivering backend and frontend components in modern digital product environments.
• Ability to work with international and multidisciplinary teams.
• Professional working proficiency in English at C1 level or equivalent.
• Ownership, accountability and a solution‑oriented mindset.
• Collaborative approach, transparency and willingness to learn and share knowledge.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Java
• Quarkus
• Spring Boot
• Angular
• TypeScript
• AWS
• REST APIs
• Event‑driven architecture
• CI/CD
• Git
• Agile and Scrum
• Software quality, performance and secure development practices

NICE TO HAVE

• Data Products
• Snowflake
• Experience with cloud‑based data platforms
• Awareness of cybersecurity best practices or ISO/IEC 27001 principles

WHAT WE OFFER

• Private health insurance from the first day, with no waiting periods and optional family extension.
• Confidential mental health support through free access to psychological support, content and live sessions from day one.
• Continuous learning, training and certification support throughout your journey.
• Flexibility whenever the role and context allow it, supporting sustainable performance and daily balance.
• Childcare vouchers and practical family support measures.
• Team moments, shared milestones and leadership presence when it matters most.
• A culture built on ownership, impact, honesty, mutual support, agility and continuous improvement.
• Opportunities to contribute to meaningful data solutions while learning from multidisciplinary teams.
• Upskilling opportunities in information security, AI governance, quality management and cybersecurity best practices when relevant to the role.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Hexa is committed to equal opportunities and inclusive recruitment. We value different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives, and we promote fair, respectful and transparent processes aligned with the principles of the Portuguese Diversity Charter.

HEXA LIFE

At Hexa, we are Builders. We take ownership, act with honesty, support one another and adapt with agility. Whether working with clients, projects or internal teams, each Builder contributes to solutions, professional relationships and lasting impact. Here, you will find a collaborative environment where people are encouraged to question, improve, share knowledge and build what comes next together.