Fullstack Developer (Node.js/React)

Accountabilities

• Design, develop, and maintain fullstack web applications using Node.js, React, and related technologies.
• Build scalable backend services and APIs while ensuring performance, reliability, and maintainability.
• Develop responsive and user-friendly frontend interfaces that deliver seamless user experiences.
• Participate in architectural discussions and contribute to the evolution of microservices and service-oriented systems.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code following established engineering best practices.
• Implement testing strategies to ensure software quality, stability, and long-term maintainability.
• Collaborate closely with product, engineering, and cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact solutions.
• Support API design, documentation, integration, and optimization efforts across multiple services.
• Contribute to containerized deployment environments and participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Share knowledge, mentor peers when appropriate, and actively contribute to maintaining high engineering standards.

Requirements

• Strong professional experience with JavaScript, including modern ES6+ features and development patterns.
• Hands-on experience building backend applications using Node.js and frameworks such as Express.js.
• Proven expertise developing modern frontend applications with React or similar frameworks.
• Fullstack development mindset with confidence working across both frontend and backend technologies.
• Practical experience with MongoDB, including data modeling, query optimization, and performance considerations.
• Knowledge of Elasticsearch for search functionality, analytics, and data retrieval.
• Experience using testing frameworks such as Jest, Mocha, or Jasmine.
• Familiarity with microservices architectures and service-oriented development approaches.
• Experience working with API documentation and specifications using Swagger/OpenAPI or equivalent tools.
• Hands-on experience with Docker and containerized application environments.
• Strong understanding of software engineering best practices, clean code principles, and technical documentation.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, curiosity, initiative, and passion for technology.
• Professional English communication skills (minimum B2 level).
• Availability to work within Portugal business hours regardless of physical location.
• Experience with TypeScript, Go, GraphQL, Kubernetes, cloud platforms, CI/CD pipelines, message brokers, observability tools, or security best practices is considered a plus.
• Previous experience within insurance, fintech, or other regulated industries is advantageous.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package ranging from €2,000 to €2,500 net per month, depending on experience and seniority.
• Fully remote work environment with the flexibility to work from anywhere in Europe.
• Additional 15th-month salary.
• Comprehensive health insurance coverage, including family members.
• Birthday leave to celebrate your special day.
• Mobility program designed for digital nomads and remote professionals.
• Strong emphasis on work-life balance and employee wellbeing.
• International, collaborative, and flat organizational culture.
• Opportunities for continuous learning, technical growth, and career development.
• Exposure to large-scale, high-impact digital products serving global users.