Engineer / Developer - Research Assistant

The Role We are looking for Engineer / Developer - Research Assistant - to join our technical team, contributing across multiple business areas according to organizational priorities.

Mandatory Requirements Education and Profile:

• Bachelor’s degree (EQF level 6) in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field (Civil, Environmental, other), being programming knowledge mandatory
• Demonstrated knowledge of Python
• Experience or knowledge of databases (preferably geospatial)
• Familiarity with cloud architectures (AWS, GCP, or Azure)

Eligibility Requirements (mandatory — Call ALGARVE-FSE+-03600700): The candidate must meet one of the following conditions at the time of hiring:

• Unemployed and registered with IEFP for at least 3 consecutive months
• Unemployed and registered with IEFP for at least 2 months, if aged ≤ 29 or ≥ 45
• Unemployed and registered with IEFP regardless of duration, if: receiving unemployment or RSI benefits; person with disability; single-parent household member; spouse also unemployed; refugee; or other situations as defined in the call notice
• Person with EQF level 5+ qualification, inactive or unemployed, relocating from a non-low-density to a low-density territory (with supporting documentation)
• Other unemployed or inactive person with no Social Security records (as employee or self-employed) in the 6 months prior to hiring

Additional Requirements

• Minimum EQF level 6 qualification (bachelor’s degree)
• Availability for 100% on-site work in Faro, Algarve
• Fluency in English, both spoken and written

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with web development (React, Node.js, or equivalent)
• Experience with REST APIs and data pipelines
• Knowledge of geospatial technologies (GIS, SAR data, image processing)
• Experience with DevOps, CI/CD, or containerization (Docker)
• Interest in Earth observation, artificial intelligence, or critical infrastructure
• Ability to work independently and in a multidisciplinary team

What We Offer

• Permanent employment contract (open-ended)
• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications
• Work with cutting-edge technologies: AI, Earth Observation, multi-sensor fusion
• Participation in projects
• Collaborative work environment in a small, highly qualified team

How To Apply Send your updated CV and a brief cover letter to:

[email protected] Employment Type

On-site

Employment Term

Permanent

Sector

Novas TIC, Multimédia e Sistemas Inteligentes

Location

Faro

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