Lead Data Platform & Technical Office
This role leads the definition and implementation of a Data Technical Office. You will manage operational governance and the industrialization of an enterprise data platform.
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12+ years of experience in technology.
At least 5 years leading architecture teams.
Previous experience as a developer or technical architect.
Real experience with systems in production.
Cross-functional knowledge of Applications + Cloud + Integration + Data.
Experience in Cloud, preferably GCP.
Demonstrable experience in legacy application modernization.
Experience working with multiple vendors.
Hands-on experience with AI applied to development.
Ability to communicate with management.
Professional Spanish and English.
⭐ Experience in retail, distribution, SAP, and multinational environments is valued.
We are looking for an Architecture Director
We are looking for a highly technical and strategic profile, with real experience in production systems, technological modernization, and leadership of architecture teams.
Define the technological strategy and vision of architecture.
Lead the Applications, Cloud, Integration, and Data areas.
Create and establish the architecture governance model.
Define architectural standards, patterns, and best practices.
Lead legacy application modernization programs.
Drive the rationalization and evolution of the technology stack.
Technically evaluate vendors and solutions.
Work with CTO, Product, Cybersecurity, Data, and IT.
Lead Technical Leads and specialized architects.
Drive the use of AI in the development and modernization cycle.
📍 Alcobendas, Madrid
🏢 Hybrid modality - 3 days on-site/week
👤 Position: Architecture Director
Tecdata Engineering (TECDATA ENGINEERING) is a technology consulting and services provider specialized in global technology projects, with a portfolio covering custom software development, legacy modernization, managed services, cloud infrastructure, Salesforce, cybersecurity (including SOC, pentesting and NIS2 compliance), and data & AI services, alongside IT talent services such as headhunting and staff augmentation. The company reports being founded in 2012 with around 500 employees ("Compañeros 500") and 5M in billing, and forms part of a broader technology consulting group with more than 550 consultants across 5 countries. It states it is present in major economic sectors including banking, telecommunications, and insurance.
In Spain, Tecdata Engineering hires across multiple locations including Madrid, Barcelona, and Bilbao, with a significant share of openings marked "Completamente remoto" (fully remote) or hybrid. Its careers portal organizes vacancies into departments such as Desarrollo y QA, Ciberseguridad, Cloud, DevOps, Sistemas y Producción, Gestión de Proyectos, Comercial, and RRHH, and current openings range from COBOL and mainframe-adjacent banking roles to data engineering, Salesforce, SAP, cybersecurity, and air traffic management QA. For international professionals considering a move to Spain, the volume of remote-eligible roles across the country is notable, though the company's careers and website content is published in Spanish.
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