Portugal continues to attract the attention of global technology companies looking for talent, innovation, and strategic growth. The latest company to bet on the country’s growing reputation as a tech and R&D hub is Cyncly, a global leader in software solutions for the design and manufacturing industry. With the opening of its new European Operational Center in Lisbon, Cyncly signals not only its own ambitious growth plans but also the increasing confidence multinational tech players have in Portugal’s potential.

After evaluating over 40 European cities, Cyncly chose Lisbon for its exceptional business environment and access to highly qualified professionals. The decision reinforces a broader trend: Portugal is no longer just a great destination for tourism and quality of life, it is becoming a cornerstone in the operations of leading international tech firms.

Cyncly's new Lisbon center will be a key pillar of its European strategy, aiming to create sixty jobs in 2025 and up to three hundred by 2027. The new hub will house teams across critical functions, including implementation consulting, customer success, marketing, sales, finance, and human resources. This diversity in roles reflects Portugal’s ability to support both technical and business-oriented positions, attracting companies looking to centralize multifunctional operations in one location.

From its base in Lisbon, Cyncly plans to deliver "follow-the-sun" support alongside other centers in India and Brazil by creating a seamless global customer service structure that leverages time zone differences for maximum efficiency. The Lisbon office will help connect and align strategies across markets and products, ensuring a scalable and synchronized approach.

Cyncly develops intuitive and integrated software that connects designers, retailers, and manufacturers in the “spaces for living” industry and think interior design, home improvement, and custom product manufacturing. The company’s platform includes everything from design visualization to ERP and CRM tools, making it easier for businesses to collaborate and improve customer experience. With more than 2,500 employees serving 70,000 clients across 100+ countries, Cyncly’s decision to deepen its roots in Europe through Portugal is a strategic step forward.

Central to its mission is innovation. The company operates the world’s largest catalog content hub for the interior and home improvement sectors, which powers its investments in AI and automation in the fields that are rapidly becoming dominant in software development. Lisbon, with its rising community of engineers, designers, and data specialists, offers fertile ground for this innovation to flourish.

Portugal’s climb to the top of Europe’s tech map is not accidental. With competitive costs, a skilled multilingual workforce, supportive public policies, and an appealing lifestyle, the country is proving to be an ideal home for future-oriented companies. Cyncly’s investment confirms what many in the industry already know: Portugal is not just a viable choice; it is becoming the smart one.

Author

Paulo Lopes is a multi-talent Portuguese citizen who made his Master of Economics in Switzerland and studied law at Lusófona in Lisbon - CEO of Casaiberia in Lisbon and Algarve.

Paulo Lopes