Tech Lead
(AWS, Serverless, TypeScript, Node.js, React / React Native)
Up to €78,000 + Annual Bonus + Private Healthcare
Are you a Tech Lead or Senior Engineer looking to step into a role where you can balance hands-on engineering with meaningful leadership and team management? Maybe an Engineering Manager looking to be a bit more Hands On?
I've been working with this client for a number of years across their European hubs, and they have recently opened up a new Tech function in Coimbra where they have grown from 0–200 tech and engineering staff in a short period of time, and due to this growth, are looking for MULTIPLE Tech Leads to drive a number of major product development projects across squads.
This Tech Lead role is a true 60/40 split of Technical Hands On engineering to People Leadership. You will remain close to the code and architecture, while also taking ownership of the team's success, wellbeing, and progression.
Key Responsibilities as their Tech Lead:
Technical (60%)
* Lead the design and development of scalable, cloud-native applications using AWS serverless architecture
* Contribute to and review high-quality code (TypeScript, Node.js)
* Build modern web and mobile solutions using React / React Native
* Own technical output and ensure engineering quality across your squad
* Provide architectural guidance and drive best practices
Leadership & People (40%)
* Act as a servant leader for your team—supporting, mentoring, and enabling engineers to do their best work
* Take ownership of pastoral care, team wellbeing, and creating an inclusive, high-performing culture
* Support career development, progression planning, and regular feedback cycles
* Help engineers grow through coaching, 1:1s, and personal development plans
* Foster a collaborative environment across Product, Design, and Engineering
What They Offer:
* Competitive salary of up to €78,000 + Annual bonus
* Flexible hybrid working (only once a month MAX in their Coimbra office. Likely less)
* Private health insurance
* Clear progression plan from day 1- Majority of their leadership team have been promoted from within
This is a unique opportunity for an accomplished Tech Lead, Lead Engineer, Senior Engineer or hands-on Engineering Manager to join a global powerhouse as they scale operations in Portugal. Positions like this are rare, especially with the level of investment and growth potential on offer.