Country Sales Director Spain & Portugal
Wabtec1w ago
The Country Sales Director leads commercial strategy and profitable growth for Transit Services and Original Equipment in Spain and Portugal.
Hybrid in MadridFluent Spanish
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- Work mode
- On-site, Bilbao
- Contract
- Full-time
- Hours
- Jornada intensiva on Fridays and in summer
- Spanish
- Native level
- English
- Required
- Experience
- 5+ years
- Education
- University degree
Visa options
The ad rules out sponsorship
Per the ad: “We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.”
Skills
This job advert was originally written in Spanish.
Requirements
What we're looking for
- More than 5 years of experience in software development.
- At least 2 years leading technical teams and development projects.
Nice to have
- Desktop application development with technologies such as C#, .NET, C++, or Python.
- Software architecture design and product development.
- SQL and NoSQL databases.
- DevOps tools, version control, and CI/CD environments.
- Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban).
- Integration with embedded systems, electronic devices, or industrial environments.
- Technical leadership and people management.
- Result orientation and product vision.
- Analytical capacity and problem-solving.
- Effective communication and work in multidisciplinary environments.
- Innovation and continuous learning.
Education & certifications
- Degree in Computer Engineering, Telecommunications, Electronics, or an equivalent qualification.
- We value postgraduate training in software engineering or technology management.
Languages
- Spanish: native
- English: high level (oral and written).
Pay & benefits
What you'll get
- Flexible schedule.
- Intensive working day on Fridays and during the summer.
- Work-life balance measures to favor the equilibrium between personal and professional life.
- The opportunity to lead a key team in the development of innovative technological products.
Visa & relocation
Legal authorization to work in EU is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.
The role
Workplace: Derio
You will lead the development of our PC software applications, together with the team of developers and experts, driving engineering best practices and coordinating the team to ensure innovative, scalable, and high-quality solutions, aligned with business and customer needs.
What you'll do
- Lead the team of PC software developers and experts.
- Define the architecture and technological evolution of the applications.
- Plan, coordinate, and supervise software development projects, ensuring compliance with deadlines, quality, and objectives.
- Establish standards for development, code quality, documentation, and cybersecurity.
- Manage priorities, resources, and technical risks, supporting the team in solving complex problems.
- Collaborate with the Product, Hardware, Firmware, and other teams to develop integrated solutions.
- Drive continuous improvement through test automation, continuous integration, and continuous deployment.
- Evaluate new technologies and promote innovation in products and development processes.
About Wabtec
Wabtec delivers rail and industrial solutions — including locomotives, freight car components, transit and bus systems, digital intelligence products, and mining solutions — focused on improving safety, efficiency and productivity, drawing on over 155 years of experience.
- Industry
- Rail and Transportation Technology
- Website
- wabteccorp.com
Good to know if you are moving
- Wabtec currently advertises 6 open roles in Spain across three locations: Derio (2), Madrid (3) and Tarragona (1).
- Spanish openings span electrical and mechanical engineering, quality, product management, sales, finance and skilled trades roles such as Fitter and Machinist.
- Wabtec is a publicly traded company on the New York Stock Exchange under ticker WAB.
In their own words
About the company & team
Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. With more than 150 years of experience, we lead in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether in freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industry, or marine, our knowledge, technologies, and people are accelerating the future of transport together. With roots dating back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always developed technologies and implemented solutions for key sectors that meet the needs of both customers and governments.
With approximately 30,000 people on our team worldwide, we deliver performance that moves the world forward. We are lifelong learners, with a constant passion for improvement. Find out more at www.WabtecCorp.com
Culture drives us and opens us to new possibilities.
We believe that the best ideas are born from a combination of diverse experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we work every day to create a place where everyone feels they belong and where diversity is valued. We are building a culture where leadership, inclusion, and your unique perspective drive progress.
We believe that the best ideas are born from a combination of experiences and backgrounds.
At Wabtec, we strive every day to create an environment where everyone feels included. We are building a culture in which leadership, inclusion, and your unique perspective drive progress.
Do you need any adjustments or adaptations? Just let us know — we are here to help.
Additional information
Please note that we do not accept agency candidate submissions without a formalized agreement with Wabtec Talent Acquisition. If you are an agency/third party Recruiter and have not been engaged by Wabtec for this search, we do not owe you a fee if you submit a candidate to the applicant tracking system that is ultimately hired.
What could you achieve in a place where people come first?
At Wabtec, it is not just about a job — it is about the impact you make.
When our people join, we expand what is possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it — for our customers and among ourselves.
If you are ready to revolutionize the way the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is your place.
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