Driven by innovation and excellence, Pictet Technologies has been shaping the future since ****. As the technology center of the Pictet Group, we are proud to support one of Europe's leading independent wealth and asset managers by developing cutting-edge solutions for its business lines.
Recognized as a Great Place to Work for eight years, we first established ourselves in Luxembourg before expanding to Lisbon in ****. Today, we are entering a new phase with the kick-off of our Java & AWS development team in Lisbon. Our ambition is clear: to grow a strong team of experts and build a thriving community of specialists across locations.
We are looking for passionate individuals eager to be part of this new chapter. You will join a dynamic and collaborative environment, contribute to meaningful projects, and help shape the future of AWS oriented Java development practices at Pictet Technologies, always with a long-term vision and a deep commitment to the Group's success.
We are seeking a Senior Software Developer with deep expertise in Java and Spring, who is also proficient with Spring Boot Data, Hibernate, and relational databases. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in designing and developing robust, scalable solutions within AWS environments, and will be comfortable working with Python and Infrastructure as Code (Terraform). You will work closely with data engineers to ensure seamless integration and data flow between systems. Experience with AI tools is a valued plus. You will join the Scrum team of one of our products, collaborating with fellow developers, architects, and business stakeholders to deliver and maintain high-quality software in line with sprint objectives.
In this context, your role will include:
Backend Development:
Design, develop, and maintain backend services and APIs using Java 21, Spring Boot with either Spring Boot Data, Hibernate or pure JDBC database connectors.
Integrate and optimize solutions with Oracle or Aurora PostgreSQL databases.
Ensure robust, secure, and scalable code following established architecture and best practices.
Cloud & DevOps:
Build and deploy applications on AWS, utilizing services such as ECS, Lambda, StepFunction, RDS, S3, SQS, SNS and CloudWatch.
Develop and manage Infrastructure as Code using Terraform, ensuring reliable and repeatable cloud environments.
Participate in CI/CD pipeline setup and maintenance.
Python & Cross-Technology Development:
Handle Python developments as required for automation, data processing, or integration tasks.
Collaborate with data engineers to ensure effective data integration, exchange, and transformation between systems.
Collaboration & Support:
Work closely with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, design solutions, and deliver features.
Participate in troubleshooting, monitoring, and user support activities as part of the product team.
Mentor junior team members and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.
Continuous Improvement:
Stay up to date with the latest industry trends, technologies, and best practices in software development, cloud, and DevOps.
Proactively suggest improvements to enhance system performance, scalability, and maintainability.
Our ideal candidates should have:
Mandatory skills
University degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related discipline.
Proven experience in backend development with Java 21, Spring, Spring Boot Data, Hibernate, and pure JDBC.
Strong command of relational databases.
Proven experience developing and deploying solutions in AWS environments (ECS, Lambda, StepFunction, RDS, S3, SQS, SNS, CloudWatch, etc.).
Proficient in Python for scripting and backend tasks.
Experience managing infrastructure using Terraform.
Solid understanding of RESTful API design, microservices architecture, and secure coding practices.
Experience with version control tools such as GitHub or GitLab.
Valued assets
Experience collaborating with data engineering teams and integrating backend systems with data pipelines.
Experience with AI tools or frameworks.
Familiarity with CI/CD tools and practices.
Experience with version control tools such as GitHub or GitLab
Knowledge of containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) is a plus.
AWS certification (e.g. Solutions Architect or Developer) is preferred.
Experience with Agile methodologies and tools such as Jira.
Knowledge of monitoring and alerting solutions.
In addition to solid technical knowledge and experience, we are looking for passionate individuals with a well-rounded personality and a good sense of humour: we don't compromise on these.
Work Expectations & Flexibility
Hybrid model: at least 2 days in the office
Flexible working hours: choose the rhythm that works for you and your team
A culture based on trust, ownership and technical excellence
Work Environment & Engineering Culture
Modern engineering environment with high standards and best practices
Premium hardware (recent MacBook Pro + latest iPhone)
Access to cutting-edge technologies and opportunities to influence technical decisions
A collaborative tech culture: knowledge sharing, peer reviews, engineering discussions
A safe place to prototype, challenge ideas and drive innovation
An organization where your voice matters and your impact is tangible
Our values are non-negotiable: excellence, integrity, respect — and fun
Limited travel required. Please note that a Portuguese valid work permit is required. Thank you.
Please note that only applications meeting the key requirements will be considered.
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