Backend Engineer

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Type of position Full-Time
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In Vestas, we #PowerTheSolution – Can you?
Technology & Operations >Research & Development (R&D) >DevEx
Come and be part of the energy transition - Vestas's products have until now helped our customers avoid 1.7 billion tons of carbon emissions.
You will be part of the DevEx department; our purpose is to let module developers focus on developmentby providing services, applications, and automation to delivery teams.
Our mission is to accelerate development time and enhance developer experience.
We are looking for an experienced Tech Lead to guide a team of software engineers building reliable, scalable applications and backend services using Python and .
NET.
In this role, you will combine practical development, technical leadership, and planning responsibility, playing a key part in both delivery execution and the long‐term evolution of our systems and engineering practices.
Responsibilities
Design, develop, and maintain scalable software solutions using Python
Build and enhance APIs, backend services, and microservice-based applications
Collaborate with product managers, architects, and engineers to deliver high-quality solutions
Write clean, maintainable, and thoroughly tested code
Lead code reviews and mentor engineers across the team
Diagnose and resolve complex technical issues in production environments
Improve performance, scalability, security, and reliability
Contribute to architecture decisions and engineering best practices
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
5+ years of professional software development experience
Solid proficiency in Python and modern frameworks such as FastAPI, Flask, or Django
Experience developing and maintaining web applications, REST APIs, and backend services
Knowledge of software design principles, testing frameworks, and CI/CD practices
Experience with Graph DB (e.g., Neo4j) or other database technologies
Familiarity with building modern web applications, APIs, and frontend-backend integrations
Effective problem-solving capabilities and clear communication skills
Familiarity with .
NET technologies
Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams
Comfortable working in an environment with shifting priorities
Communication: Effective verbal and written communication skills
Structured Approach: Ability to analyze complex systems and solve issues
Initiative: Takes initiative to identify and address potential problems
Continuous Learning: Keeps up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies
Customer Focus: Understands the importance of delivering high-quality services to end-users
What We Offer
Work with a purpose, clearly understanding the value of what you're delivering and how it's contributing to avoid climate change.
Additional information
This is a hybrid position based in Porto, Portugal.
Applicants must be authorized to work in Portugal.
We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.
Please note: We reserve the right to amend or withdraw this job posting at any time.
Our commitment to a fair hiring
At Vestas, we evaluate all candidates solely based on their professional experience, education, and relevant skills.
To support a fair recruitment process, we kindly ask that you remove any photos, dates of birth or graduation, gender pronouns, marital status, or other personal information not relevant to the role before submitting your CV/resume.
Your CV/resume should focus on your professional and educational background, along with the necessary contact details (email and phone number).
We train our hiring teams in inclusive evaluation and regularly review process outcomes to ensure fairness.
DEIB Statement
At Vestas, we recognize the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in driving innovation and success.
We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, particularly those who may hesitate due to their identity or feel they do not meet every criterion.
As our CEO states, "Expertise and talent come in many forms, and a diverse workforce enhances our ability to think differently and solve the complex challenges of our industry".
Your unique perspective is what will help us powering the solution for a sustainable, green energy future.
About Vestas
Vestas is the energy industry's global partner on sustainable energy solutions.
We are specialised in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore.Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than anyone else.
We consider ourselves pioneers within the industry, as we continuously aim to design new solutions and tech