Why Valtech? We’re the experience innovation company - a trusted partner to the world’s most recognized brands. To our people we offer growth opportunities, a values-driven culture, international careers and the chance to shape the future of experience.
The opportunity
At Valtech, you’ll find an environment designed for continuous learning, meaningful impact, and professional growth. Whether you're pioneering new digital solutions, challenging conventional thinking or building the next generation of customer experiences, your work will help transform industries.
We are proud of:
- The work we do and the innovation we drive
- Our values of share, care and dare
- A workplace culture that fosters creativity, diversity and autonomy
- Our borderless, global framework, which enables seamless collaboration
The role
Valtech is looking for a Java Developer to join our growing engineering team and contribute to the development of robust backend services that support large-scale digital platforms. You will work closely with senior engineers, product analysts, and designers to build reliable APIs, integrations, and backend features. As a medior developer, you will take responsibility for implementing well-scoped tasks, improving code quality, and contributing to the team’s delivery cadence. This role is ideal for someone who wants to deepen their expertise in Java, microservices, and cloud-based architectures while working in a collaborative, agile environment.
Role responsibilities:
- Develop backend features and APIs using Java and Spring Boot.
- Translate technical requirements into clear, functional implementations.
- Write high-quality code supported by unit and integration tests.
- Participate in code reviews and collaborate with the team to maintain high engineering standards.
- Support integration efforts with backend services and third-party systems.
- Monitor and debug issues in development and test environments.
- Contribute to documentation and technical design discussions.
- Work closely with Product Analysts and Scrum Masters to support sprint planning and delivery.
- Learn and adopt best practices in DevOps, CI/CD, and cloud engineering.
Must have qualifications
To be considered for this role, you must meet the following essential qualifications:
Core Technical Skills
- Java 11+.
- Spring Boot.
- Spring WebFlux / Reactive programming.
- Microservices architecture.
- REST API development.
- GraphQL (consumer or provider experience).
- MongoDB (or equivalent NoSQL).
- SQL fundamentals.
- Unit testing (JUnit).
- Integration testing.
- API testing (Postman / Insomnia).
DevOps & Platform Skills
- Git & GitLab.
- CI/CD pipelines (GitLab CI, Jenkins, or equivalent).
- Docker.
- Kubernetes (ArgoCD is a plus).
- SonarQube.
- Logging & monitoring (Datadog preferred).
- Understanding of cloud services (AWS ideally).
Integration & Architecture
- Event-driven architectures (Solace, Kafka, or similar).
- Experience integrating with enterprise systems (SAP, CommerceTools, etc.).
- Understanding of distributed systems.
- Familiarity with design patterns and clean code principles.
Delivery & Process
- Agile / Scrum experience.
- Experience with code reviews & pull requests.
- Comfortable working with Jira & Confluence.
- Ability to produce or maintain technical documentation.
- Experience in release management or supporting deployments.
Soft Skills
- Problem-solving and analytical thinking.
- Good communication skills (English is mandatory).
- Collaboration in cross-functional teams.
- Proactive in identifying risks, gaps, or improvement opportunities.
- High sense of ownership and accountability.
If you do not meet all the listed qualifications or have gaps in your experience, we still encourage you to apply. At Valtech, we recognize that talent comes in many forms, and we value diverse perspectives and a willingness to learn.
Commitment to reaching all kinds of people
We design experiences that work for all kinds of people - and that starts with our own teams. At Valtech, we’re intentional about building an inclusive culture where everyone feels supported to grow, thrive and achieve their goals. No matter your background, you belong here. Explore our Diversity & Inclusion site to see how we’re creating a more equitable Valtech for all.
The benefits
This is a Permanent position based in Lisbon, Portugal.
Beyond a competitive compensation package, we offer:
- Flexibility, with remote and hybrid work options (country-dependent)
- Career advancement, with international mobility and professional development programs
- Learning and development, with access to cutting-edge tools, training and industry experts
Our benefits are tailored to each location. Your Talent Partner will provide full details during the hiring process.
Your application process
Once you apply, our Talent Acquisition team will review your application. Your CV should cover key information on relevant experiences and expertise. We do not require information such as age, gender, marital status, or a headshot in your application. We review all candidates based on skills, experience, and potential.
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We are committed to inclusion and accessibility. If you need reasonable accommodations during the interview process, please either indicate it in your application or let your Talent Partner know.
About Valtech
Valtech is the experience innovation company that exists to unlock a better way to experience the world. By blending crafts, categories, and cultures, we help brands unlock new value in an increasingly digital world.
At the intersection of data, AI, creativity, and technology, we drive transformation for leading organizations, including L’Oréal, Mars, Audi, P&G, Volkswagen Dolby, and more.
At Valtech, we don’t just talk about transformation. We make it happen. Our people are the heart of our success, and we foster a workplace where everyone has the support to thrive, grow and innovate.
Are you ready to create what’s next? Join us.