Java Tech Lead

KCS IT; Porto; Hybrid; EUR 55,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

International projects in Benelux

Free training programs

Career development personalization

Job summary

KCS IT, based in Portugal, is seeking a Senior Tech Lead in Java to guide development on complex enterprise projects. The role emphasizes leadership, hands-on coding, and collaboration with cross-functional teams in a hybrid setup with 2 days at the office.

You should bring 5+ years in Java, Spring, Hibernate, and experience building APIs, JSP, and front-end integration with Angular/Bootstrap. Advanced English is required, and you will mentor others while delivering robust software solutions.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Java development with Spring and Hibernate.
• Experience with JSP, API development, and GUI frameworks.
• Strong knowledge of SQL databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL, or Oracle).
• Experience with Git, JIRA, and Agile environments.
• Proficiency in Angular and Bootstrap for front-end development.
• Experience with Tomcat application server.
• Familiarity with Docker and containerized applications.
• Strong problem-solving and leadership skills.
• Advanced English level required.

Skills

Java

Spring Hibernate

API development

GUI frameworks

SQL databases

Agile

Leadership

Problem solving

English

Tools

Git

JIRA

Tomcat

Docker

Angular

Bootstrap

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’re looking for an Amazing: Tech Lead Java

Seniority: Senior profile

Type of position: Hybrid 2x at the office

The amazing you, will have:

• 5+ years of experience in Java development, with a focus on Spring & Hibernate;
• Expertise in JSP, API development, and GUI frameworks;
• Strong knowledge of SQL databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL, or Oracle);
• Experience with Git, JIRA, and Agile environments;
• Proficiency in Angular and Bootstrap for front-end development;
• Experience with Tomcat application server;
• Familiarity with Docker and containerized applications;
• Strong problem-solving and leadership skills;
• Advanced English level is required.

To turn yourself from amazing to unique, you´ll have (plus):

• Experience with microservices architecture;
• Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP);
• Understanding of CI/CD pipelines.

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 preferer the company of your colleagues!
• Take care of your well-being: Enjoy our free nutrition, psychologist, 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, Innovation and Training. Our commitment to talent development is unmistakable in the recent opening of the Porto, Leiria 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.