FullStack Tech Lead – IT Payments

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Responsibilities

• ▹Act as the primary technical reference and authority within the agile development team, guiding technical decisions throughout the entire software development lifecycle
• ▹Architect, design and oversee the development of testable, efficient, scalable and reusable high-quality code
• ▹Define the frontend architecture and lead the implementation of user-friendly, high-performance interfaces using Angular
• ▹Lead the design, deployment and management of cloud-native applications and microservices on Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
• ▹Collaborate with Product Owners and cross-functional stakeholders to translate business needs into scalable architectural improvements
• ▹Ensure secure API integration and high-performance communication between frontend, backend and cloud services
• ▹Enforce and elevate coding standards, lead code reviews and champion engineering excellence within the team
• ▹Troubleshoot, debug and profile complex application issues to optimize performance, scalability and user experience
• ▹Stay ahead of emerging technologies and industry trends to drive innovation and continuous technical evolution
• ▹Define and oversee release management strategies, automating platform releases in hybrid/cloud environments while proactively coordinating with other teams
• ▹Mentor and coach team members (junior, mid-level and senior developers), fostering a collaborative culture of continuous learning and technical growth

Requirements

• ▹Degree in Technology, Computer Engineering or similar (equivalent experience will be considered)
• ▹9+ years of professional experience in software development, with proven experience in leading technical teams or orchestrating complex technical projects
• ▹Deep proficiency in Java (17 / 21), with a strong understanding of object-oriented principles, design patterns, clean code and software architecture
• ▹Strong expertise in Spring Boot (3.x), Spring Cloud, Maven and Git
• ▹9+ years of experience with Angular (preferably with knowledge of the latest versions)
• ▹Solid experience in RESTful API design, API first strategies and secure microservices architecture
• ▹Hands-on experience with CI/CD automation pipelines (Jenkins, XL Deploy, XL Release)
• ▹Strong knowledge of SQL databases (e.g. Oracle)
• ▹Solid, hands-on experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP), including GKE (Google Kubernetes Engine), Cloud Run, App Engine, Cloud SQL, Spanner or Cloud Storage
• ▹Fluent in English, minimum B2/C1 level (mandatory, as you will interact daily with the Paris team)
• ▹Availability to work from the Porto/Lisbon office 2 days per week (mandatory but flexible hybrid model)
• ▹Strong knowledge of Agile methodologies and tools (Scrum/Kanban, Jira)
• ▹Exceptional problem-solving, architectural design and analytical skills
• ▹Outstanding communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to explain complex technical solutions to non-technical stakeholders
• ▹Availability to travel abroad for short periods of time, as required
• ▹Only CVs in English will be considered

Nice to have

• ▹Knowledge of NoSQL databases
• ▹Cloud Build and Cloud Functions (CI/CD and serverless)
• ▹French language skills (to facilitate communication and proximity with stakeholders in France, not mandatory)

Soft skills

What we offer

• ▹Flexible hybrid work policy
• ▹Green Transportation Budget and electric bikes
• ▹Honolulu Wellness Club, a prayer room and a lactation room
• ▹Themed Villages that inspire creativity and collaboration

About the company

Natixis in Portugal is a Centre of Expertise whose mission is to transform traditional banking by developing innovative solutions for Groupe BPCE worldwide. With more than 3,000 employees of 46 nationalities, its teams work across Information Technology, Banking Support Activities and Compliance.