Software Engineer (F/M/X)

Solvay is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.

About the role

• Our Development & Data Factory team is integrated in the Digital Technology (DT) department.
• As a Software Engineer, you will ensure the robustness, scalability, and assist in delivering business value of the organization’s by designing, developing, and maintaining high-quality applications to meet the business needs.
• You will be accountable for:
  • Writing clean, efficient, and maintainable code for new and existing applications.
  • Collaborating with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and deliver software that meets business needs.
  • Testing and debugging applications to ensure optimal functionality and performance, in collaboration with the Quality Assurance team.
  • Maintaining and updating existing software to adapt to new requirements or technologies.
  • Implementing security measures and ensuring compliance with organizational policies and the security & risk management processes and policies.
  • Assisting in technical support and collaborating with the End-User Services CoE for any specialised support queries requiring configuration, customization or code development.
  • Participating in root cause analysis and recommending corrective actions for software quality improvements.
• We offer a permanent contract based on a hybrid working mode.

About you

• Relevant education degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a comparable field.
• Relevant work experience in Software Development or Application Engineering.
• Competencies:
  • Expert in designing, developing, and maintaining scalable and efficient software applications using modern programming languages and frameworks.
  • Deep knowledge of the software development lifecycle (SDLC) and Agile methodologies to ensure timely and quality delivery of projects, e.g., by contributing to user acceptance testing.
  • Extensive expertise in debugging, testing, and optimizing code to enhance software performance and reliability.
  • High-Level SAP ERP Knowledge.
  • ITSM process knowledge to support our ITSM software (Developments & Settings).
  • Experience in Middleware tools/team (Critical part in our ECOSystem).
• Behaviors:
  • Strong attention to detail to ensure high-quality and reliable software deliverables.
  • Adaptability to dynamic project needs and emerging technologies.
  • Collaborative mindset to work effectively across teams and stakeholders.
  • Accountability for meeting deadlines and achieving project objectives.
  • Problem-solving attitude with a focus on scalable and sustainable solutions.

About the pay and benefits

• Attractive and equitable pay for all: compensation is determined within a range to foster your development in the role. While the primary country (Portugal) base pay reasonably expected for this role is 38 960 euros to 58 400 euros, your salary may ultimately be higher or lower based on your skills and experience. Additionally, we provide a competitive total rewards package that includes a bonus and/or other incentives.
• Solvay Cares program: minimum of 16 weeks of parenting leave for all employees and package with healthcare, disability and life insurance coverage.
• Prioritization of well-being: work-life balance promotion, flexible approach to work part-time or hybrid work arrangements (depending on the type of job), employee assistance program with access to physical and psychological support.
• Professional development: prioritization of internal talents for career progression, access to a training platform, opportunities to join Employee Resource Groups (ERG) for experience sharing and mentorship and free language courses.

About us

• While the preferred location for this position is Lisbon, Portugal, we might be able to consider other Solvay locations.

• Solvay, a pioneering chemical company with a legacy rooted in founder Ernest Solvay's pivotal innovations in the soda ash process, is dedicated to delivering essential solutions globally through its workforce of over 9,000 employees. Since 1863, Solvay harnesses the power of chemistry to create innovative, sustainable solutions that answer the world’s most essential needs such as purifying the air we breathe and the water we drink, preserving our food supplies, protecting our health and well-being, creating eco-friendly clothing, making the tires of our cars more sustainable and cleaning and protecting our homes. As a world-leading company with €4.9 billion in net sales in 2023 and listings on Euronext Brussels and Paris (SOLB), its unwavering commitment drives the transition to a carbon-neutral future by 2050, underscoring its dedication to sustainability and a fair and just transition.
• At Solvay, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.