Discord has chosen Portugal as the location for its first European Engineering Hub, strengthening the country’s position as an attractive destination for international technology investment.
Officially opened on 11 November 2026, the Lisbon office is Discord’s second location in Europe, following the opening of its European headquarters in Amsterdam in October 2022. It also represents the company’s first engineering hub outside the United States, reflecting its confidence in Portugal’s engineering talent and technological capabilities.
The new team will focus on Core Technology, working on the foundational systems that support Discord’s global platform. Its responsibilities will include key components of the infrastructure and technology used across the company, giving engineers in Lisbon direct ownership of important areas of product development.
Unlike a traditional representative office, the Lisbon hub will have its own engineering roadmaps and the opportunity to lead significant projects across the global platform. The company aims to grow its local team to approximately 30 employees by the end of 2027, with engineering positions already open for recruitment.
Commenting on the opening, Discord Co-founder and Chief Technology Officer Stanislav Vishnevskiy highlighted Lisbon’s growing reputation as a centre for talent and innovation, as well as the opportunity for local engineers to contribute directly to a product used by millions of people worldwide.
“Engineers joining us in Lisbon will own meaningful work on a product used by millions worldwide, in small teams where their impact is visible,” he said.
Founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, Discord is a communications platform that brings people together through voice, video and text, with a strong focus on gaming and online communities. According to the company, more than 90 million people use the platform every day.
The opening of the Lisbon hub adds a new chapter to Discord’s European presence, bringing the company closer to the region’s engineering and gaming communities.
A further international investment in Portugal’s technology ecosystem, this decision highlights the country’s ability to attract global companies seeking highly skilled professionals, strong engineering capabilities and an environment that supports innovation and growth. It also reinforces Portugal’s role as a competitive destination for activities with high technological value and global reach.
