Job Description

Hiire is supporting a leading Portuguese technology company operating in a highly specialized and regulated sector, recruiting a System Engineer to join its team.

Company Overview

EID is a leading high-tech company based in Portugal, operating primarily in the Defence sector. With a strong track record and deep expertise in electronics and communications, the company designs, manufactures, and supports advanced, high-performance solutions for complex and demanding environments.

Operating in highly specialized markets, EID is driven by a continuous focus on innovation. Its growth is grounded in the ability to develop and deliver technologically advanced products tailored to meet specific customer needs.

At the core of EID’s success is its team of highly skilled professionals, with a strong concentration of engineers in electronics, software, and communications. Their expertise and experience play a key role in shaping the company’s capabilities and ongoing evolution.

What You’ll Do

• Analyze customer needs and translate them into clear, structured system requirements;
• Evaluate how existing systems can support new and evolving requirements;
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve issues across software, hardware, and integrated systems;
• Contribute to the design and documentation of system architectures, including both high-level and low-level designs;
• Support the implementation and optimization of communication and network infrastructures.

What You’ll Bring

• A university degree (or equivalent experience) in Electronic Engineering, Communications Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field;
• Experience producing clear technical documentation at both high and low levels;
• Experience working in virtualized environments and hyperconverged infrastructures;
• Network certifications such as CCNA, or equivalent hands-on experience;
• Solid understanding of radio and digital communication systems;
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to break down complex issues and identify root causes;
• Advanced knowledge of routing and switching, including: network architecture design; configuration of firewalls, routers, and switches; and protocols such as OSPF, BGP, VRRP, IPSEC, and VLAN.
• Strong communication skills in both Portuguese and English (written and spoken);

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package aligned with experience.
• Flexible working solutions and a people-focused culture.
• 22 vacation days plus 2 additional company days.
• Day off on your birthday.
• Private health insurance.

If you’re excited about working on complex systems and contributing to innovative communication and network solutions, we’d love to hear from you.