About Us
At Nextlane, we don’t just develop software solutions – we create the future of the automotive industry.
We are a company that combines advanced technology with a clear vision: simplifying and digitizing every step of the automotive customer journey, empowering manufacturers and dealerships to thrive in a constantly evolving market.
We believe in the value of every team member, offering opportunities for you to develop and contribute to meaningful solutions.
So… What does it mean to be a #Nextlaner?
Be part of a growth-oriented culture.
Collaborate with colleagues from all over the world.
Believe in the Power of ideas and the diversity of thought.
Be committed to provide an environment where you can learn, grow, and collaborate on projects that make a global impact.
Our success is measured not just by results, but also by the growth and satisfaction of those who are part of our company.
At Nextlane, you’ll have the opportunity to innovate, push boundaries, and work on solutions that are transforming the automotive world.
Your Responsibilities:
As a Senior Developer Experience (DevEx) Engineer, you play a key role in enabling and accelerating engineering teams working on the Nextlane Platform. Your mission is to improve developer productivity, reliability, and quality by building and operating the internal tooling, CI/CD foundations, and platform capabilities used by backend and platform teams. You act as a facilitator and force multiplier for product teams, working closely with backend engineers, platform engineers, and DevOps to reduce friction, standardize practices, and promote engineering excellence across the organization. This role is hands-on and strategic, with a strong focus on automation, selfservice, and scalable developer enablement in a microservices and cloud-native environment
KEY RESPONSABILITIES
Developer Experience & Enablement
Design, build, and maintain internal developer tools that improve day-today engineering workflows.
Reduce cognitive load for product teams through automation, conventions, and clear platform standards.
Gather feedback from engineering teams and continuously improve the developer experience.
Act as a trusted technical partner for backend teams, facilitating adoption of platform capabilities.
CI/CD, GitHub & Automation
Design, maintain, and evolve CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions.
Define and promote best practices for GitHub usage (repositories, branching strategies, pull requests, code quality gates).
Improve pipeline reliability, performance, and security at scale.
Embed automated checks and quality gates into delivery workflows
Cloud, Runtime & Platform Tooling
Build and operate platform services based on Azure Functions.
Standardize container-based development using Docker.
Support and evolve Kubernetes-based runtime environments in collaboration with platform and DevOps teams.
Promote cloud-native and platform-agnostic design patterns.
Quality, Testing & Standards
• Design and support integration testing strategies and shared testing frameworks.
• Enable consistent testing practices across teams through tooling and documentation.
• Ensure quality, security, and reliability concerns are addressed early in the delivery lifecycle.
Package Management, Scaffolding & Reusability
Define and maintain package management and dependency versioning strategies.
Create and maintain project scaffolding, templates, and reference implementations.
Drive consistency across services while preserving team autonomy and ownership
What We're Looking For:
Experience:
5+ years of experience in software engineering, platform engineering, DevEx, or DevOps roles.
Proven track record of improving developer productivity and delivery quality at scale.
Experience supporting multiple teams in a microservices environment.
Experience working in cloud environments (Azure & AWS preferred).
Languages:
Fluent in English (mandatory);
French language proficiency is a plus. (Interview will be conducted in English
(Interview will be conducted in English)
Communication: Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
Technical Skills:
Strong Expertise o Strong experience with GitHub and GitHub Actions.
Proven experience building CI/CD platforms and internal developer tooling.
Hands-on experience with Azure Functions.
Solid knowledge of containers (Docker) and Kubernetes.
Experience with integration testing frameworks and automation.
Strong understanding of package management, versioning, and dependency strategies.
Excellent communication skills and ability to work across multiple teams.
Interpersonal Skills:
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Excellent communication and collaboration int cross-functional teams.
Ability to take ownership and drive initiatives to completion.
Ability to collaborate in a diverse and dynamic environment.
Our Recruitment Process:
15-minute introductory call with our Talent Acquisition Specialist.
Technical interview(s) focused on backend development and engineering fundamentals.
Interview a Senior/Lead Engineer or Engineering Manager.
Final cultural and alignment conversation.
What We Offer:
We understand that flexibility and trust are essential for our teams. Here are some of the benefits we offer:
🏡 Hybrid Work: Rotational model, 2 days onsite, three days remote.
💰 Annual Payments: 14 payments per year (12 monthly payments + 1 summer bonus + 1 Christmas bonus in November).
🍽️ Meal Voucher: €10.20 per working day.
🌴 Vacation: 23 vacation days, plus 24th or 31st December off.
🗣️ Language Training: Access to group classes in Spanish, English, or French.
⚕️ Private Medical Insurance: Multicare coverage.
Teambuilding: Join us for memorable afterworks and team activities!
Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging
At Nextlane, we are committed to creating a space where everyone feels valued and respected. We firmly believe that diversity in experiences and backgrounds strengthens our culture and drives innovation.
Support for people with disabilities. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, let us know so we can provide the best possible experience.
Equal opportunities for all: We welcome applications regardless of age, gender, origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Join Nextlane and become part of the technological revolution in the automotive industry.
Discover why we are a great place to develop your talent!
- Locations
- Portugal - Sintra
- Remote status
- Hybrid