Tech Lead Java Engineer (Healthcare)

Capgemini Engineering; Lisboa; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Health insurance

Referral program

Training program

Job summary

Capgemini Engineering in Portugal is seeking a Senior Java Tech Lead to guide the design and delivery of enterprise applications within a regulated pharmaceutical ecosystem. You will define architecture, drive technical excellence, and mentor development teams to build secure, scalable solutions.

Requirements include a BS/MS in CS or SE, 8+ years of Java experience, and hands-on leadership with Spring Boot, Microservices, REST APIs, CI/CD and DevOps practices. Hybrid Lisbon office 2 days a week.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in software development with strong Java expertise.
• Proven experience in technical leadership and software architecture design.
• Strong knowledge of Java, Spring Boot, Microservices, REST APIs, and enterprise app development.
• Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
• Solid understanding of security, performance optimization, and scalability principles.
• Experience conducting code reviews and promoting development best practices.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with Agile methodologies.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical design and delivery of enterprise applications in a regulated environment.
• Define architecture, drive technical excellence, and guide development teams.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure secure, scalable solutions.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

Microservices

REST APIs

CI/CD

DevOps

Security

Performance

Code reviews

Agile

Communication

Stakeholder mgmt

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/Software Eng

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Azure

AWS

Google Cloud

Job description

At Capgemini Engineering, the world leader in engineering services, we bring together a global team of engineers, scientists, and architects to help the world’s most innovative companies unleash their potential. From autonomous cars to life-saving robots, our digital and software technology experts think outside the box as they provide unique R&D and engineering services across all industries. Join us for a career full of opportunities. Where you can make a difference. Where no two days are the same.

YOUR ROLE

As a Senior Java Tech Lead, you will lead the technical design and delivery of enterprise applications supporting the pharmaceutical regulatory ecosystem in Portugal. You will be responsible for defining architecture, driving technical excellence, and guiding development teams to build secure, scalable, and high-quality solutions in a highly regulated environment.

YOUR PROFILE

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in software development, with strong expertise in Java technologies.
• Proven experience in technical leadership and software architecture design.
• Strong knowledge of Java, Spring Boot, Microservices, REST APIs, and enterprise application development.
• Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
• Solid understanding of software security, performance optimization, and scalability principles.
• Experience conducting code reviews and promoting development best practices.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Experience working with Agile methodologies.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Office Location: Lisbon - Hybrid, 2 times per week in the office.
• Fluent in Portuguese and English.

NICE TO HAVE

• Experience in the pharmaceutical, healthcare, or other highly regulated sectors.
• Knowledge of cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud.
• Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
• Familiarity with regulatory compliance and data protection requirements.
• Experience with modern frontend technologies and full-stack environments.
• Relevant certifications in Java, Cloud, Architecture, or Agile methodologies.
• Experience leading distributed or multidisciplinary teams.

What You’ll Love About Working Here

• Join a multicultural and inclusive team environment
• Enjoy a supportive atmosphere promoting work life balance
• Hybrid work
• Your career growth is cntral to our mission. Our array of career growth programs and diverse professionals are crafted to support you in exploring a world of opportunities
• Access valuable training and certifications in cutting edge technologies
• Engage in exciting projects
• Health and life insurance
• Referral program with bonuses for talent recommendations
• Great office locations

About Capgemini

Capgemini is an AI-powered global business and technology transformation partner, delivering tangible business value. We imagine the future of organizations and make it real with AI, technology, and people. With our strong heritage of nearly 60 years, we are a responsible and diverse group of 420,000 team members in more than 50 countries. We deliver end-to-end services and solutions with our deep industry expertise and strong partner ecosystem, leveraging our capabilities across strategy, technology, design, engineering and business operations.