Software Architect

KCS IT; Lisboa; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

KCS IT is seeking a Senior Software Architect for a hybrid role in Portugal, based in Lisbon. You will define and enforce development standards across frontend and backend, guide teams in modern architectures, and drive secure, scalable deployments using container platforms.

We value continuous learning and cross-client collaboration, with opportunities to work on international projects and training initiatives, while maintaining a strong focus on quality and performance.

Qualifications

• Proven experience with cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP).
• Strong backend skills (Node.js, Java, Python).
• Experience with microservices, CI/CD, and automation.
• Ability to learn quickly in a fast-changing environment.
• Good level of English.

Responsibilities

• Make technical decisions in projects using cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Define development guidelines and support teams in following best practices across frontend technologies (React, Angular, Vue) and backend technologies (Node.js, Java, Python).
• Use and manage container platforms such as Docker and Kubernetes to ensure applications are deployed efficiently, reliably, and securely.
• Design and improve enterprise application architectures that can grow while maintaining good performance, security, and easy maintenance.

Skills

Cloud platforms

Backend development

Frontend stacks

Docker & Kubernetes

Microservices

CI/CD

English proficiency

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

CI/CD tooling

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, teamwork.

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: Software Architect

Seniority: Senior

Type of position: Hybrid model in Portugal

• Make technical decisions in projects using cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP), ensuring good practices and efficient use of resources.
• Define development guidelines and support teams in following best practices across frontend technologies (React, Angular, Vue) and backend technologies (Node.js, Java, Python).
• Use and manage container platforms such as Docker and Kubernetes to ensure applications are deployed efficiently, reliably, and securely.
• Design and improve enterprise application architectures that can grow while maintaining good performance, security, and easy maintenance.

The amazing you, will have:

• Proven experience working with cloud platforms, especially AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Strong backend development skills using technologies such as Node.js, Java, and Python.
• Experience with microservices architecture, CI/CD processes, and automation.
• Ability to adapt and continue learning in a fast-changing environment.
• Good level of 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 prefer 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.

At KCS IT we defend equality and value diversity. We create a safe, diverse environment where opportunities are equal for all employees!

We do not discriminate based on age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender, disability or any factor other than merit.

All applications with skills for the role are welcome!