Senior Backend (Java + PHP)

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 are looking for an Amazing: Senior Backend (Java + PHP)

Seniority: +6 years

Type of position: HYBRID (at Braga, 3x/week)

The amazing you, will have:

Backend Development:

• Strong expertise in PHP (Laravel, Symfony, or CodeIgniter) and Java (Spring Boot, Hibernate, or similar frameworks).
• Solid understanding of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) and Design Patterns.
• Proficiency in building APIs (RESTful and GraphQL) and service-oriented architectures.

Databases:

• Expertise in relational databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL).
• Experience with NoSQL databases (MongoDB, Cassandra).
• Strong understanding of data modeling, indexing, and optimization techniques.

General:

• Experience with version control systems like Git.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and tools like Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or GitLab CI.
• Proficiency in containerization using Docker and orchestration tools like Kubernetes.
• Knowledge of cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Fluency in English is mandatory.

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

• Related certifications.

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 prefere the company of your colleagues!
• Take care of your well-being: Enjoy our free nutrition, psicologist, 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, Inovation 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.