Architecture Principal Manager I
Hybrid in Madrid·Full-time·Added 5 days ago
What they offer
Full-time hours
Per the ad.
Hybrid
Office and home days — the ad has the split.
What they ask for
Have the right to work in Spain
BBVA doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.
Be near Madrid for hybrid days
No relocation package mentioned.
Have 10+ years of experience
Senior-level role.
You'll most likely need Spanish to apply.This job was automatically translated to English,.
The role
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The person joining the TSO team will be responsible for leading the definition and evolution of the technological architecture at BCO.BILBAO VIZCAYA ARGENTARIA, ensuring strategic alignment and system optimization, at the GD9 level.
What you'll do
Job Responsibilities:
* Direct the strategy and architectural design of complex solutions at a GD9 level.
* Define and maintain architectural principles, standards, and patterns for the company.
* Collaborate with business and technology teams to translate requirements into robust and scalable architectural solutions.
* Evaluate new technologies and trends, recommending their adoption when appropriate to improve efficiency and competitiveness.
* Oversee the implementation of architectural projects, ensuring compliance with standards and quality.
* Mentor and guide architects and development teams in architectural best practices.
* Participate actively in the resolution of complex technical problems and in strategic decision-making.
* Ensure the security, resilience, and scalability of the proposed architectural solutions.
Job Qualifications:
* Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
* Demonstrated experience of at least 10 years in software architecture roles, with at least 3 years in a leadership or principal role.
* Solid knowledge and experience in various architectures (microservices, monolithic, event-based, etc.) and design patterns.
* Experience with cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, GCP) and container platforms (Docker, Kubernetes).
* Proficiency in agile development methodologies (Scrum, Kanban).
* Excellent communication and leadership skills and the ability to influence decision-making at all levels of the organization.
* Ability to work in complex, high-pressure environments.
* Strong orientation toward problem-solving and critical thinking.
* Relevant certifications in enterprise or solution architecture are an advantage.
Skills
Client Orientation, Empathy, Ethics, Innovation, Proactive Thinking
The role
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La persona que se incorpore en el equipo TSO se encargará de liderar la definición y evolución de la arquitectura tecnológica en BCO.BILBAO VIZCAYA ARGENTARIA, asegurando la alineación estratégica y la optimización de los sistemas, bajo el nivel de GD9.
What you'll do
Responsabilidades del Puesto:
* Dirigir la estrategia y el diseño arquitectónico de soluciones complejas a nivel de GD9.
* Definir y mantener los principios, estándares y patrones de arquitectura para la empresa.
* Colaborar con equipos de negocio y tecnología para traducir los requisitos en soluciones arquitectónicas robustas y escalables.
* Evaluar nuevas tecnologías y tendencias, recomendando su adopción cuando sea apropiado para mejorar la eficiencia y la competitividad.
* Supervisar la implementación de proyectos arquitectónicos, asegurando el cumplimiento de los estándares y la calidad.
* Mentorizar y guiar a arquitectos y equipos de desarrollo en las mejores prácticas de arquitectura.
* Participar activamente en la resolución de problemas técnicos complejos y en la toma de decisiones estratégicas.
* Asegurar la seguridad, resiliencia y escalabilidad de las soluciones arquitectónicas propuestas.
Cualificaciones del Puesto:
* Licenciatura o Maestría en Ciencias de la Computación, Ingeniería de Software o campo relacionado.
* Experiencia demostrada de al menos 10 años en roles de arquitectura de software, con al menos 3 años en un rol de liderazgo o principal.
* Sólido conocimiento y experiencia en diversas arquitecturas (microservicios, monolíticas, basadas en eventos, etc.) y patrones de diseño.
* Experiencia con tecnologías de nube (AWS, Azure, GCP) y plataformas de contenedores (Docker, Kubernetes).
* Dominio de metodologías de desarrollo ágil (Scrum, Kanban).
* Excelentes habilidades de comunicación, liderazgo y capacidad para influir en la toma de decisiones a todos los niveles de la organización.
* Capacidad para trabajar en entornos complejos y de alta presión.
* Fuerte orientación a la resolución de problemas y al pensamiento crítico.
* Certificaciones relevantes en arquitectura empresarial o de soluciones son una ventaja.
Skills
Client Orientation, Empathy, Ethics, Innovation, Proactive Thinking
About BBVA
BBVA (Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria) is a multinational Spanish banking group and one of the largest financial institutions in Europe, with a strong presence in retail banking, corporate and investment banking, and fintech innovation. Headquartered in Madrid, BBVA operates across more than 25 countries, serving over 70 million customers, and is recognized for its leadership in digital transformation within the banking sector. The bank is also a major player in sustainable finance, with significant commitments to green bonds and climate-related lending.
In Spain, BBVA is a market leader with its headquarters in Madrid and a vast network of offices and branches across the country. The company is known for its innovative and technology-driven work culture, investing heavily in AI, data science, and advanced analytics. For international professionals, BBVA offers a dynamic environment with opportunities in quantitative finance, data science, and corporate banking, and it actively recruits talent from around the world, particularly in its Madrid hub. The bank's commitment to sustainability and digital innovation makes it an attractive employer for those looking to work in a forward-thinking financial institution.
- Industry
- Banking and Fintech
- Founded
- 1857
- Employees
- 100,000–150,000
- Headquarters
- Madrid, Spain
- In Spain
- Madrid, Barcelona
- Website
- bbva.com
Good to know if you are moving
- BBVA is headquartered in Madrid, Spain, and is one of the largest banks in Europe, offering a wide range of career opportunities in finance, technology, and data science.
- The company has a strong commitment to digital innovation, with significant investment in AI and data analytics, making it an ideal place for tech and data professionals.
- BBVA offers international mobility programs, allowing employees to work across its global network in Europe, Latin America, and the United States.
- The bank is a leader in sustainability, with a goal to mobilize 300 billion euros in green financing by 2025, providing opportunities for professionals interested in sustainable finance.
- BBVA's work culture emphasizes innovation, diversity, and inclusion, with a focus on employee well-being and professional development.
In their own words
About the company & team
BBVA is a global company with more than 160 years of history that operates in more than 25 countries where we serve more than 80 million customers. We are more than 121,000 professionals working in multidisciplinary teams with profiles as diverse as financiers, legal experts, data scientists, developers, engineers and designers.
About the company & team
BBVA is a global company with more than 160 years of history that operates in more than 25 countries where we serve more than 80 million customers. We are more than 121,000 professionals working in multidisciplinary teams with profiles as diverse as financiers, legal experts, data scientists, developers, engineers and designers.
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