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Software Development Technical Lead

Hybrid in Madrid·Added 19 days ago

Still open when we checked on 28 Sept

Indra

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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

    Indra doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.

  • Work in English

    English is required, per the ad.

  • Be near Madrid for hybrid days

    No relocation package mentioned.

  • Have 5+ years of experience

    Mid-level role.

Benefits

  • Flexible pay plan

    Take part of your salary as tax-free benefits, per the ad.

Skills

This job was automatically translated to English.

Requirements

What we're looking for

🎯 What are we looking for?

✅ Over 5 years of experience in software development and 3 as a Tech Lead.

✅ Experience working with agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban)

✅ Proficiency with tools such as Jira and Confluence.

✅ Technical knowledge in:

  • Java and microservices architecture
  • Python
  • SQL / PL-SQL
  • Linux and Windows

✅ Strong communication skills, proactivity, and results orientation

✅ Advanced English level (C1 or higher), both spoken and written.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

  • Stability and Future 🏢✨: Long-term projects at a leading Defense company with over 60,000 professionals, offering financial security.
  • Innovative and High-Impact Projects 🚀: You will work with cutting-edge technologies, with impact both nationally and internationally.
  • Close and Transparent Environment 🤝: You will enjoy direct and fluid communication with managers and colleagues, in a collaborative and open environment.
  • Autonomy and Flexibility: You will have the freedom to organize your work, with a real work-life balance adapted to your pace.
  • Career Plan Tailored to You 📈: Designed to boost your growth and professional development.
  • Continuous Training 📚: through Open University and Udemy for Business (more than 6,000 courses to specialize!).
  • Exclusive Discounts for Your Well-being 🎁: Enjoy perks at gyms, restaurants, leisure, and much more as an Indra employee.
  • Competitive Compensation 💰 and flexible benefit plans 💸📊 tailored to your needs.

The role

At Indra Group, we protect what matters most. We are a Spanish technology and consulting multinational that develops advanced systems and services in key sectors such as Defense, Space, Mobility and Air Traffic Management, with an international presence and high-impact technology projects.

🚆 Join us at Indra Mobility!

Our division specializes in offering innovative technology solutions for the transportation and mobility sector, developing critical systems for ticketing, access control, and payment management used by millions of people every day worldwide.

At Indra, we are looking to bring on board a Technical Manager for Software to lead and coordinate multidisciplinary teams in an international environment.

What you'll do

💡 Main responsibilities

  • Lead technical management of software projects
  • Perform functional analysis and gather requirements
  • Coordinate project monitoring and its technical evolution
  • Oversee quality of developments
  • Manage and technically align the development team
  • Work in agile environments (Scrum / Kanban)

Hiring process

🕓 What is our selection process like?

  • Profile Review 🔍: We evaluate your experience and skills to determine if you fit what we are looking for.
  • First Contact (5-10 min) 📞: If you receive a call from an unknown number, it's our team! It will be a quick conversation to get to know you and answer any questions.
  • Technical Interview 🤝: You will meet with the team, who will explain the project and daily tasks. We will also explore your technical knowledge. Additionally, we will conduct brief tests on psychological competencies and English (if necessary).
  • Interview with the talent acquisition team 🤝: We want you to get to know us better as a company—values, career model, skills... so that both you and the team can assess if there's a match.
  • Offer and Welcome 🎉: If everything goes well, you will join our team and start this new stage together!

About Indra

Indra is a global technology and consulting company headquartered in Madrid, Spain, and a leader in IT and defense systems. It provides advanced solutions in air traffic management, defense electronics, cybersecurity, and digital transformation for clients worldwide. With a workforce of over 50,000 employees, Indra operates in more than 140 countries, making it one of Europe's largest defense and technology firms.

In Spain, Indra has a strong presence with major offices in Madrid, Alcobendas, and other cities, and it is a key player in the national defense and aerospace sectors. The company offers a wide range of roles for international professionals, from engineering and cybersecurity to project management and software development. Indra's work culture emphasizes innovation and technical excellence, and it actively recruits international talent, providing opportunities to work on cutting-edge projects in defense, space, and digital transformation.

Industry
IT and Defense
Founded
1993
Employees
50,000+
Headquarters
Madrid, Spain
In Spain
Madrid, Barcelona, Alcobendas

Good to know if you are moving

  • Indra is a major defense contractor, offering opportunities to work on advanced defense systems like SCAPA and NGWS.
  • The company has a strong focus on innovation, with significant investment in R&D and technology development.
  • Indra provides hybrid and remote work options for many roles, offering flexibility for international hires.
  • With offices in Madrid and Barcelona, Indra offers a chance to live in Spain's two largest cities.
  • Indra is a global leader in air traffic management, with its systems used in over 100 countries.

In their own words

Additional information

AND LASTLY...

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¡INDRA is a Top Employer 2026 company! Join one of the best employers in Spain, recognized for its comprehensive HR management and the care of its professionals.

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