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Java + Data Technical Leader

Hybrid in Málaga·Full-time·Added 3 months ago

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Talan

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Overview

Job details

  • Permanent contract

    Full-time hours.

  • Hybrid

    Office and home days — the ad has the split.

Requirements

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    Talan doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.

  • Work in English

    English is required, per the ad.

  • Be near Málaga, Spain (Hybrid) for hybrid days

    No relocation package mentioned.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

  • Permanent, full-time contract with career development opportunities.
  • Chance to work in a challenging, multicultural environment with international projects.
  • Exposure to large-scale financial IT systems and cross-country operations.
  • Training opportunities to develop new skills in finance, technology, and data management.

If you are passionate about development & tech, we want to meet you!

Requirements

Nice to have

  • Experience with cloud-native architectures and microservices.
  • Knowledge of CI/CD practices and DevOps methodologies.
  • Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments.
  • Familiarity with data governance, monitoring, and observability frameworks.

The role

We are seeking an experienced Tech Lead to drive the design, development, and delivery of scalable data processing and streaming solutions. The successful candidate will provide technical leadership across data engineering initiatives, guide development teams, and contribute to the architecture of high-performance distributed systems built on modern cloud and big data technologies.

This role requires strong expertise in Apache Spark, Kafka, Java/Scala development, cloud platforms, and API design, combined with the ability to mentor engineers and collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders.

What you'll do

  • Lead the technical design and implementation of large-scale data processing and streaming applications.
  • Define architecture standards and best practices for distributed data platforms.
  • Design, develop, and optimize batch and real-time data pipelines using Apache Spark and Kafka technologies.
  • Build and maintain scalable APIs following OpenAPI specifications.
  • Perform system analysis, identify performance bottlenecks, and implement optimization strategies.
  • Collaborate with product owners, architects, data engineers, and business stakeholders to translate requirements into technical solutions.
  • Mentor and support development teams through code reviews, technical guidance, and knowledge sharing.
  • Ensure solutions are secure, scalable, maintainable, and aligned with enterprise standards.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives across development processes, architecture, and platform reliability.
  • Participate in technical decision-making and roadmap planning.

Required Skills & Experience

Technical Skills

  • Strong experience with Java development in enterprise environments.
  • Solid expertise in Apache Spark, including:
    • Spark SQL
    • Spark Structured Streaming
    • Distributed data processing
  • Hands-on experience with the Cloudera ecosystem.
  • Strong knowledge of Apache Kafka and Kafka Streams.
  • Experience developing applications using Scala.
  • Expertise in designing and implementing RESTful APIs using OpenAPI specifications.
  • Strong understanding of SQL databases and data modeling concepts.
  • Experience working with cloud platforms, particularly AWS.
  • Hands-on experience with Databricks.
  • Strong systems analysis and troubleshooting capabilities.

Leadership Skills

  • Experience leading technical teams and complex software projects.
  • Ability to make architectural decisions and provide technical direction.
  • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
  • Experience mentoring developers and promoting engineering best practices.
  • Ability to balance technical excellence with business priorities.

About Talan

Talan is a global consulting and technology services company specializing in digital transformation, data, and innovation. With over 5,000 employees worldwide, the group operates across multiple sectors including finance, insurance, retail, and the public sector, delivering solutions in areas such as cloud, AI, and enterprise applications. The company is headquartered in Paris, France, and has a strong international footprint with offices in Europe, North America, Africa, and Asia.

In Spain, Talan has established a significant presence, particularly in Madrid and Barcelona, where it runs a large number of data and engineering projects for clients across industries. The Spanish offices are a key delivery hub for the group, offering roles in big data, cloud engineering, and software development. For international professionals, Talan provides opportunities to work on complex, enterprise-scale projects in a multicultural environment, with a focus on continuous learning and career growth.

Founded
2006
Employees
5,000–10,000
Headquarters
Paris, France
In Spain
Madrid, Barcelona
Website
talan.com

Good to know if you are moving

  • Talan has offices in Madrid and Barcelona, which are major hubs for their data and engineering projects in Spain.
  • The company works with large enterprise clients across finance, insurance, and public sectors, offering exposure to complex, large-scale projects.
  • Talan is part of a global group with presence in over 15 countries, providing opportunities for international mobility.
  • Many roles in Spain are focused on data engineering, cloud, and Java development, with a strong emphasis on modern technologies like Azure, Spark, and Kafka.
  • The company offers a multicultural work environment, with teams collaborating across different countries and time zones.

In their own words

About the company & team

Join Us!

For the 4th consecutive year, Talan Spain has been recognized as a Great Place to Work! 🎉 This year, we’re also celebrating our 2nd certification in Poland, a significant milestone since opening our office there.

Talan is an international advisory group specializing in innovation and transformation through technology, with 5,000 employees and an annual turnover of 600M€.

We offer our customers a continuum of services to support them at each key stage of their organization's transformation, with four main activities:

  • CONSULTING in Management and Innovation: Supporting business, managerial, cultural, and technological transformations.
  • DATA & TECHNOLOGY: Implementing major transformation projects.
  • CLOUD & APPLICATION SERVICES: Building or integrating software solutions.
  • SERVICE CENTERS of EXCELLENCE: Providing technology, innovation, agility, sustainability of skills, and cost optimization.

Talan accelerates its clients' transformation through innovation and technology. By understanding their challenges and supporting them with technology, innovation, and data, we enable them to be more efficient and resilient.

Additional information

Talan Spain’s commitment to non-discrimination based on gender, race, ideology, or any other reason, in accordance with the company’s "Equality Plan" and the current regulations on gender equality between women and men (Royal Decree-Law 6/2019).

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