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Hybrid in Madrid·Added 1 month ago (last checked 2 Nov)
Our summary
- Work mode
- Hybrid, Madrid
- English
- Required
- Experience
- 5+ years
- Education
- University degree




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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
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- 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.
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