KCS iT

Java AWS backend developer

In short

This senior Java AWS Backend Developer role at KCS IT, a Lisbon-based IT consulting company, involves building backend services with Java 11+, Spring Boot, and Hibernate/JPA on AWS cloud infrastructure (Lambda, EC2, RDS, DynamoDB, S3, and more). The job requires strong expertise in microservices architecture, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), CI/CD automation, Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation, AWS CDK), and messaging systems (Kafka, RabbitMQ). Candidates need at least 5 years of backend development experience, plus knowledge of SQL/NoSQL databases and authentication standards like OAuth and JWT. The role is hybrid, based in Lisbon, and may involve international projects in Benelux.

About the Company
Founded in 2008 and based in Lisbon, KCS IT is a consulting company in the field of Information Technology and Services, focused on creating value for our clients through three main areas: Consulting, Outsourcing, Inovation and Training. We are looking for an Amazing: Java AWS Backend Developer
Requirements
•5+ years of backend development experience with Java (Java 11+ preferred)
•Strong proficiency in Spring Boot, Hibernate/JPA, and REST API development
•Hands-on experience with AWS cloud services (Lambda, API Gateway, EC2, RDS, DynamoDB, S3, IAM, SQS, SNS)
•Expertise in SQL databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQL Server) and NoSQL databases (DynamoDB, Redis)
•Strong understanding of microservices architecture and event-driven systems
•Experience with Docker, Kubernetes (EKS, Fargate), and containerized deployments
•Proficiency in CI/CD automation and Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation, AWS CDK)
•Knowledge of asynchronous messaging systems (Kafka, RabbitMQ, AWS SQS/SNS)
•Strong problem-solving, debugging, and performance optimization skills
•Familiarity with authentication and authorization best practices (OAuth, JWT, SAML, AWS Cognito)
•Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Nice to have: Related Certifications
Conditions
•You can develop a career that fits you: your career development is personalized, taking in consideration your needs and goals from a short to long term
•Interesting Challenges Ahead: you can work for several clients from different sectors of activity
•Free training programs: Our training and certification programs in languages, tech, behavior and business will help you to reach your full potential faster
•International projects in Benelux: you can gain international experience in Benelux and balance a new way of living with work
•Take care of your well-being: Enjoy our free nutrition, psicologist, general medicine appointments and our yoga and personal training days… all remote!

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