This role involves software development using Java for CBTC systems. It offers a hybrid work model, professional growth, and various social benefits. The position is located in the Bilbao area.
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Overview
Job details
Hybrid
Office and home days — the ad has the split.
Requirements
Have the right to work in Spain
CAF doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.
Work in English
English is required, per the ad.
Be near San Sebastián for hybrid days
No relocation package mentioned.
University degree
“Cuentas con formación en Ingeniería en Electrónica, Automática, Telecomunicaciones o Industrial” — per the ad.
Benefits
Private health insurance
Per the ad: paid by the employer, or taken through flexible pay.
Flexible pay plan
Take part of your salary as tax-free benefits, per the ad.
Meal vouchers
A restaurant card or tickets, per the ad.
Skills
This job was automatically translated to English.
Requirements
What we're looking for
- You have training in Electronic, Automation, Telecommunications, or Industrial Engineering
- High level of English (C1), both oral and written.
- Proficiency in office productivity tools.
- Availability to travel.
Nice to have
- Railway and ERTMS knowledge, as well as previous experience in after-sales or equipment commissioning.
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Tool programming
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Database knowledge
Pay & benefits
What you'll get
- A close and collaborative working environment. We take care of your arrival from day one. We want you to feel part of the team and for your integration to be natural and fast.
- Cutting-edge technology. You will be part of a company that develops leading solutions in transport and mobility. You will be in direct contact with innovations that are transforming the railway sector on a global level.
- Real work-life balance. We believe in flexibility: hybrid remote work model, flexible hours, and intensive working days every Friday of the year and during the summer. We want your professional and personal life to fit together without friction.
- Benefits that add up. You will enjoy meal vouchers, remote work assistance, and a complete flexible benefits plan (languages, medical insurance, nursery...). You choose how to enhance your well-being.
- Continuous professional growth. We are an expanding company and you will integrate into international projects of high technological value. You will work with diverse clients, partners, and teams that will drive your development. Additionally, we encourage training so that you can advance toward your goals.
- Stability and future. You will join a solid business group, with more than 100 years of experience and a clear vision for the future in the field of sustainable mobility.
The role
At CAF Signalling, we connect people in a safe, fast, and comfortable way to promote sustainable mobility at any distance.
At CAF Signalling, we are creating an extraordinary team!
If you are passionate about innovation, motivated by working in international environments, and want your work to have a real impact on people, society, and the environment, this opportunity could be your next big step.
At CAF Signalling, the technological subsidiary of the CAF Group, we drive the future of mobility by developing advanced solutions for rail transport. We create systems that ensure the safe circulation of trains, automatic driving technologies, and smart tools that optimize transport efficiency worldwide.
Join a team that combines cutting-edge engineering, global vision, and a clear purpose: transforming mobility to make it safer, more sustainable, and more connected.
You will be part of the After-sales team responsible for managing onboard ERTMS incidents for different clients and countries. The after-sales engineer will collaborate with the After-sales Manager and different Project Managers in both the technical aspects of system integration on the train, incident management, client meetings, and leading improvement projects within the department.
We are looking for a person with initiative, proactivity, and a desire to work in a team.
This is a technical profile, but with management capabilities and customer orientation.
You will succeed if...
Hiring process
Application review
Preliminary conversation
With talent attraction team
Interviews with the department
With a relevant department
A round of interviews with the relevant department.
Reference checks and competency tests
Hiring process
Initial chat: a brief call to get to know you and explain the position.
First interview: in-person with the technical manager and HR to discuss the role and resolve any doubts.
Second interview: more practical, to get to know each other better.
Final decision: we will inform you as soon as possible.
About CAF
CAF (Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles) is a global leader in the design, manufacture, and maintenance of railway vehicles, including high-speed trains, metros, trams, and locomotives. Headquartered in Beasain, Spain, the company operates worldwide with production plants and engineering centers across Europe, the Americas, Asia, and Africa, and employs over 13,000 people. CAF is a key player in the rail industry, known for its advanced signaling systems (CBTC) and turnkey projects.
In Spain, CAF has its main engineering and manufacturing hubs in the Basque Country (Beasain, Irun, Zaragoza) and also operates in Madrid and other regions. The company offers a wide range of roles for international professionals, from engineering and software development to project management and technical support, with many positions requiring German or English. CAF's culture emphasizes innovation, sustainability, and talent development, making it an attractive employer for those seeking to work in the rail sector in Spain.
- Industry
- Rail Manufacturing
- Founded
- 1917
- Employees
- 10,000–15,000
- Headquarters
- Beasain, Spain
- In Spain
- Beasain, Madrid, Zaragoza
- Website
- cafmobility.com
Good to know if you are moving
- CAF is headquartered in Beasain, a small town in the Basque Country, but has major engineering centers in Madrid and Zaragoza, offering diverse locations for international hires.
- Many roles require German or English, making it a good fit for multilingual professionals, and the company supports relocation with structured onboarding.
- CAF offers a 'Jóvenes Talentos' (Young Talents) program and internships for students, providing a clear entry path for early-career engineers.
- The company is a global leader in rail manufacturing, with projects in over 30 countries, offering international mobility opportunities.
- CAF emphasizes innovation in areas like AI, cybersecurity, and CBTC signaling, making it a strong choice for tech-focused engineers.
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