Senior Programme Manager — Hybrid, Global Payments

Planet; Porto; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kuehne+Nagel is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer to take technical ownership of Java-based application development and shape the architecture of logistics solutions. You will drive the full software lifecycle from concept to production and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver robust systems.

The role demands hands-on Java expertise, experience with Spring Boot, and a strong architectural mindset. Familiarity with Docker, OpenShift, AWS, and Agile practices is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field.
• 6+ years as software engineer or similar role.
• Strong experience in software architecture and Java development.
• Proficient with Maven, Jenkins, and Git; familiarity with IntelliJ IDEA, Docker, OpenShift, or AWS.
• Familiar with Agile and proactive process improvement.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to quickly understand complex systems.
• Excellent English communication and collaborative mindset.

Responsibilities

• Take technical ownership of Java-based application development and drive the full software lifecycle from concept to production.
• Design and evolve service-oriented architectures tailored to logistics applications.
• Collaborate with product owners and domain experts across business units to align technical solutions with business needs.
• Continuously evaluate and integrate new tools, frameworks, and technologies to enhance system performance and maintainability.
• Contribute to architecture decisions and mentor junior engineers.

Skills

Java

Software Architecture

Agile

English Proficiency

Spring Boot

JUnit/Mockito

JPA/Hibernate

Maven

Jenkins

Git

IntelliJ IDEA

Docker

OpenShift

AWS

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

Spring Boot

JPA/Hibernate

JUnit

Mockito

Maven

Jenkins

Git

IntelliJ IDEA

Docker

OpenShift

AWS

Job description

It's more than a job

In this IT role, you will manage, develop, and support the technology infrastructure that powers Kuehne+Nagel's global systems and operations. This contribution is vital to making both special and ordinary moments in the lives of people a reality. In fact, your work enables our teams to deliver fresh fruit, time-sensitive healthcare products and much more to people all around the world. Working in IT at Kuehne+Nagel contributes to more than we imagine.

As a Senior Backend Engineer (m/f/d), you will take technical ownership of Java-based application development and play a pivotal role in shaping the architecture of our logistics solutions. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive the full software lifecycle from concept to production while continuously improving our systems through the integration of modern tools and technologies. This role is ideal for someone with a strong architectural mindset, hands-on Java expertise, and a passion for agile development.

How you create impact

• Take technical ownership of application development with a strong focus on Java.
• Design and evolve service-oriented architectures tailored to the logistics industry.
• Drive the full development lifecycle: ideation, design, prototyping, implementation, and production integration.
• Collaborate with product owners and domain experts across business units to align technical solutions with business needs.
• Continuously evaluate and integrate new tools, frameworks, and technologies to enhance system performance and maintainability.
• Advanced hands-on experience with Java technologies such as Spring Boot, JPA (Hibernate), JUnit, and Mockito, and it is good to have in experience with Swing and/or SWT for desktop application development.

What we would like you to bring

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field.
• At least 6 years of experience as a Software Engineer or in a similar role.
• Strong experience in software architecture and Java development.
• Proficient with tools such as Maven, Jenkins, and Git; experience with IntelliJ IDEA, Docker, OpenShift, or AWS is a plus.
• Familiar with agile ways of working and proactive in improving processes.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to quickly understand complex systems.
• Excellent English communication skills and a collaborative, knowledge-sharing mindset.

What's in it for you

You will have a direct influence on the future of logistics and IT. Your colleagues are experts who shape the IT industry in Portugal and worldwide. We want you to feel comfortable