The English-language job board for Spain

Portal Team Leader (Liferay Specialist)

Hybrid in Madrid·Added 1 month ago (last checked 2 Nov)

AXA

68 open roles

Our summary

Work mode
Hybrid, Madrid
English
Required
Experience
5+ years
Education
University degree

Visa options

  • The ad doesn’t mention sponsorship

    Not a refusal, but not a yes. Worth asking in your first message.

Find jobs with visa support

Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • Demonstrable technical leadership in digital portal projects, preferably with Liferay in cloud environments (OpenPaaS, Docker, RedHat OpenShift).
  • Minimum 5 years in portal development and architecture.
  • Modern architectures: headless CMS, API-first, micro frontends, microservices.
  • Continuous integration, automated deployment, and CI/CD.
  • Containers and orchestration: Docker, Kubernetes, RedHat OpenShift.
  • Content Management Systems (CMS) and portal platforms.
  • Tools: GitHub, Artifactory, SonarQube, Jenkins.
  • DevOps and development best practices.
  • Design and maintenance of scalable, secure, and resilient architectures.

Nice to have

  • Insurance or financial sector.
  • Management of complex technological projects.

Education & certifications

  • University degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Telecommunications, or related fields.

Languages

  • Intermediate-high level of English.

The role

Technically lead the development and management of digital portals in a highly complex environment, ensuring the implementation of robust, scalable solutions aligned with technological best practices. Define, coordinate, and supervise front-end developments, guaranteeing compliance with quality standards, correct integration with infrastructure, and the effective management of internal and external stakeholders.

What you'll do

  • Technically lead portal development projects with a focus on Liferay 7.4, ensuring the implementation of best practices and modern architectures.
  • Define, design, and maintain the technical architecture of the portals, including headless CMS, micro frontends, API-first, containers, and orchestration with Kubernetes and RedHat OpenShift.
  • Ensure code quality and adherence to development standards, using continuous integration tools (GitHub, Artifactory, SonarQube, Jenkins).
  • Perform reporting and progress tracking of projects, managing milestones and deliverables in line with deadlines and budgets.
  • Coordinate with internal teams, stakeholders, and external providers to guarantee technical and operational alignment.
  • Define and manage technological and architectural roadmaps for the portals.
  • Identify and resolve technical risks, promoting innovation in solutions that improve user experience and development efficiency.

Valued certifications

  • Portal technologies (Liferay, etc.).
  • Cloud architecture.
  • DevOps.

Soft Skills

  • Technical leadership and ability to make architectural decisions.
  • Effective communication with technical teams and business stakeholders.
  • Management of complex and multidisciplinary projects.
  • Capacity for innovation and orientation toward continuous improvement.
  • Teamwork and cross-functional collaboration.
  • Proactive and results-oriented mindset.

Why join AXA Spain?

AXA Spain is one of the most relevant Talent Centers for AXA, with over 3,000 employees working on local and international projects.

We are proud to have been awarded various certifications such as Top Employer and Top LinkedIn Company, thanks to our environment of development, diversity, and inclusion.

We work for the progress of society, protecting what matters. We create sustainable long-term value while protecting our clients, our economy, our environment, and society.

Here, you can grow professionally, work with flexibility, and be part of a team that drives change and innovation.

At AXA, we actively promote Diversity and Inclusion, offering equal opportunities. Possession of a disability certificate will be positively valued.

If you are looking for a place to make a difference, we look forward to seeing you at AXA Spain!

Hiring process

2 steps2 interviews8–12 weeks in all
  1. Apply online

  2. Talk with recruiter

    With a recruiter

    An initial conversation with a recruiter.

  3. Interview

    With hiring manager and key stakeholders

    Meet the hiring manager and the key stakeholders you would work with.

  • AXA aims to respond within two weeks of receiving an application.
  • AXA UK adds tasks or presentations for many roles, psychometric tests for some, and a background check before the start date.

About AXA

AXA is a multinational insurance and asset management group headquartered in Paris, France. It is one of the world's largest insurance companies, operating across property, casualty, life, savings, and health insurance, with a strong presence in Europe, Asia, and the Americas. The group employs over 140,000 people and serves millions of clients globally, positioning itself as a leader in insurance and risk management.

In Spain, AXA operates as AXA España, with its main offices in Madrid and Barcelona, and a significant workforce across the country. The company is known for its focus on digital transformation, data-driven decision-making, and innovation in insurance products. For international professionals, AXA Spain offers a multicultural environment, opportunities in areas like AI, cybersecurity, data science, and underwriting, and a strong commitment to employee development and flexible working arrangements.

Industry
Insurance
Founded
1985
Employees
100,000+
Headquarters
Paris, France
In Spain
Madrid, Barcelona

Good to know if you are moving

  • AXA Spain has offices in Madrid and Barcelona, with a significant number of roles in technology, data, and cybersecurity, making it a good fit for international tech professionals.
  • The company offers a multicultural work environment, with English often used as a working language in many global and technical roles.
  • AXA provides strong internal mobility opportunities, allowing employees to move between Spain and other global offices.
  • Spain is a key market for AXA, with a large local workforce and a growing focus on digital innovation and AI.
  • The company offers competitive benefits, including flexible working arrangements and professional development programs.
All open roles at AXA
WhatsApp
See all 68 jobs