Junior Software Engineer – Python & Java (Évora)

About the role

IG&H is looking for two recent graduates to join an international fintech project for a US‑based financial services client. You will start building real backend solutions from day one, gaining hands‑on experience with Python and Java while receiving mentorship from senior engineers.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and maintain high‑quality backend applications using Python and Java.
• Contribute to continuous product enhancements and data‑driven features.
• Write and maintain unit and integration tests to ensure code reliability.
• Collaborate with product and technical teams to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Investigate and resolve defects, supporting overall system stability.
• Participate in code reviews, documentation, and technical improvement initiatives.
• Adapt to shifting priorities to meet business needs.

Required profile

• Recent graduate in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Management or a related field.
• Strong motivation to learn and grow in a fast‑paced fintech environment.
• Ability to work effectively within an international, collaborative team.

Required skills

• Python
• Java
• Unit testing
• Integration testing

What we offer

• Real projects from day one with immediate impact.
• Mentoring and support to accelerate your technical growth.
• Opportunity to work in an international team focused on fintech innovation.