Mid-Level Backend Developer
Mid-Level Backend Developer at Connect Digital in Portugal: design and implement scalable microservices and REST APIs using Java and Spring Boot, deployed on Google Cloud Platform with Kubernetes, in an Agile team. Candidates must currently live in Portugal; no salary is listed.
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- Portugal
- Work setup
- Not specified
- Seniority
- Middle
- Employment
- Not specified
- Experience
- 3+ years
- Category
- Backend
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- 3+ years of experience in backend development with Java
- Strong hands-on experience with Spring Boot
- Proven experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) services
- Solid understanding of microservices architecture
- Experience working with Kubernetes deployments
- Strong background in REST API design and development
- Practical experience working in Agile environments (Scrum / Kanban)
- Experience with Reactive Programming (Mono / WebFlux)
- Must be currently living in Portugal
Nice to have
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and automation best practices
- Experience with containerization using Docker
- Experience working with SQL or NoSQL databases
Full description
At Connect Digital, we don’t just deliver digital products; we create meaningful, user-centric experiences that make a real difference. With over 20 years of market experience, we combine deep strategic thinking, world-class design, and cutting-edge tech to help organisations accelerate their digital journey.
We are looking for a Mid-Level Backend Developer with hands‑on experience building scalable services using Java, Spring Boot, and Cloud‑native architectures.
You will contribute to the design and implementation of microservices, work with Google Cloud Platform, and collaborate within an Agile development environment.
Location: Portugal (candidates must be currently living in Portugal)
- Java
- Spring Boot
- REST APIs
- SQL
- Docker
Key Requirements
- 3+ years of experience in backend development with Java.
- Strong hands‑on experience with Spring Boot.
- Proven experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) services.
- Solid understanding of microservices architecture.
- Experience working with Kubernetes deployments.
- Strong background in REST API design and development.
- Practical experience working in Agile environments (Scrum / Kanban).
- Experience with Reactive Programming (Mono / WebFlux).
Nice to Have
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and automation best practices.
- Experience with containerization using Docker.
- Experience working with SQL or NoSQL databases.
What We Offer
- Opportunity to work with modern cloud‑native technologies and distributed systems.
- Collaborative environment that encourages learning and technical growth.
- Participation in impactful projects with real‑world scalability challenges.
If you’re passionate about backend development and want to continue growing in a cloud‑driven engineering environment, we’d love to hear from you!
Send your CV to: cristiana.almeida@connectdigital.global