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Head of Software Engineering

On-site in Barcelona·Added 2 months ago

Itequia

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Overview

Requirements

Have the right to work in Spain
Itequia doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.
Work in English
English is required, per the ad.
Work on-site in Barcelona
No relocation package mentioned.
Have 10+ years of experience
Lead-level role.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

Join one of the world'sleading healthcare and pharmaceutical organizations.
Astrategic leadership positionwith global impact.
A collaborative, innovation-driven environment..
Direct employment with the end client.
Competitive executive-level compensation and benefits package.

The role

Are you ready to shape the future of software engineering within a global organization?

Our client, a leading German multinational in the healthcare and pharmaceutical sector, is looking for aHead of Software Engineeringto lead the evolution of its global engineering organization and drive the delivery of innovative digital products and platforms worldwide.

This is a strategic leadership role with high visibility and impact across the business, offering the opportunity to build and scale a world-class Software Engineering organization.

What you'll do

You willlead the Software Engineering function, defining the engineering strategy, driving operational excellence, and scaling high-performing international teams.

Working closely with Product, Data & AI, and senior business stakeholders, you will play a key role in shaping the future of digital products, cloud-based solutions, and engineering excellence across the organization.

Lead andscale international software engineering teams.
Define and execute the global engineering strategy.
Drive excellence through Agile, DevOps, CI/CD, Cloud-Native and AI-enabled development practices.
Establish engineering standards, architecture governance and quality frameworks.
Partner with business and technology stakeholders to deliver impactful digital solutions.
Manage engineering capacity, delivery performance and continuous improvement initiatives.

Leadership & Experience

10+ years of experience in Software Engineering and technology leadership roles.
Proven experience leading and scaling international engineering organizations.
Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
Experience defining engineering operating models and development frameworks.
Demonstrated success delivering complex digital products and platforms at enterprise scale.
Strong background in Cloud technologies, ideally Microsoft Azure.
Modern software architecture and enterprise application development.
APIs, microservices, integrations and distributed systems.
DevOps, CI/CD, automation and engineering productivity.
Software quality governance and engineering best practices.
Interest in leveraging AI to transform software development and delivery processes.
FluentEnglish required

About Itequia

Itequia is a technology consulting firm specializing in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central and Power Platform solutions. The company provides end-to-end services including implementation, customization, integration, and support for enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, primarily for mid-market companies. With a team of over 100 professionals, Itequia operates across multiple countries, delivering digital transformation projects that combine business process knowledge with deep technical expertise in the Microsoft ecosystem.

Itequia has its headquarters in Barcelona, Spain, where it was founded, and maintains a strong local presence. The company is known for a collaborative and innovative work culture, offering a dynamic environment for technical talent. For international professionals, Itequia provides an opportunity to work with a diverse team on international projects, with a focus on continuous learning and professional growth in the Microsoft technology stack.

Industry: Software Consulting
Founded: 2008
Employees: 50–200
Headquarters: Barcelona, Spain
In Spain: Barcelona
Website: itequia.com

Good to know if you are moving

Itequia is headquartered in Barcelona, offering a direct entry point for tech professionals looking to relocate to a major European tech hub.
The company works exclusively with the Microsoft technology stack (Dynamics 365, Power Platform), which is highly valued in the global job market.
As a Microsoft Gold Partner, Itequia provides a structured environment with clear career paths for engineers, developers, and consultants.
The company's size (around 100 employees) allows for a close-knit, collaborative culture where individual impact is visible.
Itequia's client base is primarily European, offering exposure to international ERP projects without requiring frequent travel.

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