Intellias in Portugal
Portugal is fast becoming one of Europe’s most attractive IT outsourcing destinations. That’s exactly why Intellias expanded here in 2022: to leverage Portugal’s prime location, top-tier tech talent, and vibrant innovation scene.
For businesses exploring software development outsourcing, Portugal offers a strategic mix of quality and proximity. With development hubs in Lisbon and Porto, Intellias brings you access to skilled software developers in Portugal — backed by our global standards and award-winning delivery.
Need to scale existing solutions with technology innovations or launch a full-scale project with a dedicated offshore team? Our software development centers in Portugal are ready to build, scale, and deliver solutions that drive real impact.
We are Intellias Portugal: Your AI-enabled technology partner without borders
Our software experts offer broad expertise across critical technologies. Partnering with us means staying one step ahead of the crowd to deliver innovative solutions that drive business success and customer satisfaction.
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Decades of experience delivering measurable results for hundreds of clients worldwide.
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A proven track record of building and scaling teams locally
experts in Lisbon and Porto
A global delivery center in Porto with a flexible hybrid workspace in Lisbon.
experts globally
A strong global talent base to support scalable, cross-border delivery.
At Intellias Portugal, we’re building a full-scale engineering hub where diverse minds come together to deliver technology that drives real business growth. Our goal is to attract top-tier talent and engage them in projects that define the future of mobility and digital transformation. Through close collaboration with global clients, we build long-term partnerships rooted in trust, agility, and results.
Olha Mozzhakova,Country Head of Intellias Portugal
What we do.
Our services
- AI transformation strategy
- Responsible AI
- Data readiness for AI
- Data strategy
- Data governance
- Data engineering
- AI-enabled engineering
- Platform development
- Quality engineering and testing
- Managed support
- Cloud foundations and migration
- Application modernization
- Product strategy
- Product design
- Innovation and R&D
- Technology advisory
Industries we serve
With deep expertise across industries, we help a broad range of businesses and organizations embrace digital transformation. Our domain-specific expertise enables us to understand the unique problems businesses face — and how to overcome them with innovative technology solutions.
Automotive software, connected vehicle solutions, transportation systems
MobilityBanking applications, payment systems, InsurTech solutions
Financial services & insuranceeCommerce platforms, inventory management, CRM integration, customer experience systems
RetailDigital health platforms, patient management systems, secure data exchange, compliance solutions
HealthcareGaming platforms, payment integration, player management systems, compliance tools
iGamingEngineering teams that deliver clear outcomes
A leading tech solutions provider serving 250,000+ customers globally improved workflows with our automated order management system.
Process optimization and reduced human error delivered six-figure (USD) savings for a Fortune 500 company.
A leading automotive semiconductor company trusts Intellias for end-to-end software development and consulting.
See what our clients have to say
We are excited to partner with Intellias and combine our ICs with their software expertise to deliver exceptional products to our customers. Our partnership with Intellias represents a significant step forward for Elmos. By combining our strengths, we are now even better positioned to deliver state-of-the-art automotive innovation that meets the evolving needs of the industry. This partnership is a win-win for both companies, and most importantly, for our customers.
Intellias delivered a multi-channel customer engagement solution that generated £100 million in revenue and over one million orders within two years of launch – a significant result that surpassed our expectations.
Trusted by leading companies worldwide
Ready when you need us: Why Intellias
Building an in-house team can be costly and time-consuming. With Intellias, you can quickly hire dedicated developers in Portugal and build an expert team tailored to your project. Here’s what sets us apart:
Award-winning expertise
Partnering with Intellias means prioritizing quality. Our engineering team was voted the best in Portugal in 2024 by Teamlyzer thanks to its industry-specific knowledge and deep expertise in IT and software development.
Ready to build
You can scale up your development capacity to meet demand with our IT staffing and staff augmentation services. Whether you want to hire several Portuguese software developers or an entire software development team, Intellias will provide the flexibility you need.
End-to-end services
From ideation and design to deployment and beyond, our software engineering team in Portugal can help you at every stage of your development journey. Alternatively, our developers can step in at critical points to ensure smooth delivery.
Transformative tech
We’re pioneers in disruptive tech. By partnering with a dedicated development team, you can make the most of the opportunities presented by generative AI, machine learning, data analytics, and other game-changing technologies.
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Intellias Portugal: AI-enabled engineering excellence for your technology needs
Portugal has emerged as a top destination for software development outsourcing thanks to its skilled workforce, competitive rates, and prime location in Europe. Here are top reasons why you should consider hiring a dedicated development team in Portugal.
Skilled and scalable talent pool
Access 200,000+ ICT professionals and ~95,000 graduates annually, with strong expertise in AI, data, cloud, and embedded systems.
Cost-efficient, high-quality delivery
Achieve 20–30% lower costs than Western Europe while maintaining high engineering standards and benefiting from R&D tax incentives.
Seamless collaboration across regions
Operate in a GMT+0 time zone with strong overlap across Europe and the US East Coast, enabling efficient nearshore and hybrid delivery.
Mature and fast-growing tech ecosystem
Join a thriving hub with 1,000+ tech and delivery centers, $20B ICT sector turnover, and strong demand in digital and data-driven roles.
Proven scalability and hiring momentum
Benefit from a rapidly growing market with 50,000+ new tech jobs since 2022 and strong support from reskilling and university programs.
Business-friendly and innovation-driven environment
Leverage EU-backed regulations, strong data protection standards, and government incentives that support long-term growth and stability.
Our offices in Portugal
We operate in Portugal’s main technology hubs: Lisbon and Porto. These two Intellias locations bring together more than 100 of Portugal’s leading developers to help our clients cut through complexity of multiple software development projects.
100+ engineers on the ground delivering complex, data-driven software projects
Porto office established in 2022, with 60 fully equipped workplaces and room to scale
TISAX Level 3–certified infrastructure ensuring high standards of security and compliance
Access to a strong local tech ecosystem through partnerships with Porto Tech Hub, Invest Porto, and Teamlyzer
Efficient collaboration across Europe and the US thanks to a favorable time zone
Built for growth, with clear expansion plans and rapid team scaling capabilities
We operate globally
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PolandKrakow
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United StatesBloomington
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United KingdomGuildford
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SpainMalaga
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PortugalPorto
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UkraineLviv
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Saudi ArabiaRiyadh
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FAQ
Portugal offers a skilled talent pool, competitive rates, and proximity to other European countries, making it an ideal location for nearshore software development.
Contact us to discuss your project needs. We can assemble a dedicated development team in Portugal tailored to your requirements.
As a leading software development company, we provide software development outsourcing, IT staffing, AI/ML augmentation, and R&D office setup, among other services.
Our software engineering team in Portugal has deep expertise across a range of industries, including automotive, healthcare, retail, and telecom.
Yes, Intellias provides access to highly skilled offshore software developers in Portugal who deliver cost-effective, high-quality solutions.
Nearshoring in Portugal offers cultural and time zone alignment for East Coast US and European businesses, enabling efficient communication and fast project delivery.