Job Description Vestas is looking for a Lead Software Engineer to join our API Development team. About the Team We are part of Vestas Digital Solutions, the Enterprise Platforms department that enables Vestas' strategic priorities through scalable, secure, and efficient digital capabilities. Our mission is to support the green energy transition by delivering core technology platforms that streamline and connect business processes across the enterprise. About the Role We drive engineering excellence by defining and promoting best practices, standards, and development guidelines. As a Lead Software Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining robust, secure, and scalable enterprise-grade APIs using Python (FastAPI). - Key Responsibilities: - Design, develop, and maintain robust, secure, and scalable enterprise-grade APIs using Python (FastAPI) - Own the end-to-end development lifecycle: from requirements gathering and system design to implementation, testing, deployment, and support - Deploy cloud-native applications to Kubernetes clusters using Helm charts and Azure Container Registry (ACR) - Work with Azure DevOps (ADO) for source control, CI/CD pipelines, and GitOps-based deployment workflows - Collaborate closely with stakeholders across business and technical teams to understand needs and translate them into effective API solutions - Contribute to architectural discussions and define best practices, development standards, and engineering guidelines You bring: - A degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field, combined with 3–5 years of professional experience in backend development with Python, including hands-on experience with FastAPI - Hands-on experience building and deploying cloud-native applications in Kubernetes (K8s) environments - Proficiency with Azure DevOps (ADO), Git, and CI/CD pipelines - Familiarity with Helm charts, Azure Container Registry (ACR), and GitOps practices Competencies: - You bring a sense of initiative and follow through on tasks with ownership and accountability - Collaborative mindset with a focus on teamwork – able to work effectively with developers, architects, and business stakeholders - Clear communicator, both written and verbal, able to explain technical concepts to various audiences - Willing to support and mentor other team members, contributing to a culture of learning and knowledge sharing What We Offer: At Vestas, we offer a fast-growing and strategically vital area within Vestas where digital solutions play a key role in the green energy transition. You'll join a skilled, collaborative team of engineers focused on building high-quality, cloud-native enterprise APIs that support critical business processes across the company. At our digital hubs in Denmark, Poland, or Portugal, you can expect a modern, flexible, and inclusive working environment with a focus on work-life balance and personal well-being. The Position Can Be Based In: Lisbon, Portugal.