Java Software Engineer

Hexa Consulting; Portugal; Remote; EUR 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private health insurance

Team 24 psychological support

Professional training and cert.支

Cybersecurity knowledge development

Childcare vouchers

Collaborative working environment

Job summary

Hexa Consulting is seeking a Java Developer to contribute to insurance-domain software initiatives. This fully remote role is based in Portugal and focuses on developing and enhancing business applications that support insurance operations in an Agile environment.

You will design, develop and maintain Java-based applications, collaborate with Product Owners and tech teams, and ensure code quality, performance and maintainability across distributed teams.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of professional Java software development.
• Academic background in Computer Science, Software Engineering or related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with emphasis on code quality.
• Ability to work autonomously and in distributed teams.
• Clear communication and proactive knowledge sharing.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and maintain Java-based applications supporting insurance business processes.
• Collaborate with Product Owners and technical teams to translate business needs into technical solutions.
• Develop scalable, maintainable software components with high performance.
• Implement and optimize data storage using SQL and NoSQL databases.
• Support CI/CD processes using Azure DevOps.
• Participate in Scrum activities and deliver iteratively.
• Perform code reviews and troubleshoot technical issues.

Skills

Java development

SQL databases

MongoDB

NoSQL data management

Azure DevOps

Code review

Performance optimization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering

Tools

Azure DevOps

Job description

We are looking for a Java Developer to contribute to software development initiatives in the insurance sector. This is a fully remote opportunity based in Portugal, focused on developing and enhancing business applications that support insurance operations. You will work within a collaborative Agile environment, contributing to reliable, scalable and maintainable software solutions.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Design, develop and maintain Java-based applications supporting insurance business processes.
• Collaborate with Product Owners, technical teams and stakeholders to analyze business needs and define technical solutions.
• Develop scalable and maintainable software components, ensuring code quality and application performance.
• Implement and optimize data storage and retrieval using relational and NoSQL databases.
• Support continuous integration and deployment processes using Azure DevOps.
• Participate in Scrum activities, contributing to iterative development and consistent software delivery.
• Perform code reviews, troubleshoot technical issues and contribute to continuous improvement of development practices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment between technical implementation and business requirements.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• More than 4 years of professional experience in Java software development.
• Academic background in Computer Science, Software Engineering or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities, with attention to software quality and maintainability.
• Ability to work autonomously, manage technical responsibilities and collaborate effectively in distributed teams.
• Clear communication skills and a proactive approach to knowledge sharing and continuous improvement.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Java development and object‑oriented programming.
• SQL databases, including database design and query optimization.
• MongoDB and NoSQL data management.
• Azure DevOps for development collaboration and CI/CD processes.
• Software debugging, code review and performance optimization.
• Software development lifecycle and maintainability best practices.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Fully remote working model within Portugal.
• Private health insurance from day one, with no waiting periods and optional family extension.
• Free and confidential psychological support through TEAM 24, including access to professional support, resources and live sessions.
• Continuous learning opportunities, including training and professional certification support.
• Opportunities to develop knowledge in quality management, information security and cybersecurity best practices.
• Childcare vouchers and initiatives supporting work‑life balance.
• A collaborative professional environment with opportunities for knowledge sharing, team engagement and continuous development.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

At Hexa, we are committed to providing an inclusive and respectful workplace where everyone has equal opportunities to contribute and grow. In alignment with the principles of the Portuguese Diversity Charter, we value different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives, promoting fairness, diversity and inclusion throughout our recruitment processes.

HEXA LIFE

At Hexa, we are all Builders. Each person contributes to developing meaningful solutions, strengthening professional relationships and shaping what comes next.

Our culture is built on three essential principles: Honesty, Mutual Support and Agility. We communicate transparently, share knowledge and adapt to new challenges with a solution‑oriented mindset.

Even when working remotely or across different teams, our Builders remain connected through shared values, collaboration and collective responsibility.