Tech Lead Engineer

Wolters Kluwer; Bilbao; Híbrido; EUR 70.000 - 110.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Wolters Kluwer in Bilbao area is seeking a Tech Lead Engineer to join our global technology team. You will combine people management with hands-on software delivery, driving architecture, mentoring engineers, and aligning projects with business objectives.

The role emphasizes designing robust backend services with .NET Core, managing CI/CD pipelines, and cloud infrastructure with Azure PaaS, Terraform, and Kubernetes. A hybrid work model is available.

Formación

• Degree in Information Technology (Grado en IT) or equivalent technical background.
• Experience leading technical teams and agile delivery.
• Strong background in backend architecture and microservices.

Responsabilidades

• Lead, mentor, and manage a multidisciplinary engineering team.
• Balance technical oversight with people management and hands-on delivery.
• Design and oversee backend applications and microservices with .NET Core.
• Define and optimize CI/CD pipelines and IaC via Terraform and Kubernetes.
• Architect scalable cloud solutions on Azure PaaS.
• Ensure code quality, testing, and technical documentation.
• Drive technical strategy and unblock cross-functional initiatives.

Conocimientos

Team leadership

Backend architecture

DevOps practices

Cloud platforms

Educación

Degree in Information Technology or equivalent

Herramientas

ADO Pipelines

GitHub Actions

Kubernetes

Terraform

Azure PaaS

Descripción del empleo

Join us at Wolters Kluwer and be part of a dynamic global technology company that makes a difference every day. We’re innovators with impact. We provide expert software and information solutions that the world’s leading professionals rely on, in the moments that matter most.

We are currently looking for a Tech Lead Engineer to join our team.

About the Role:

As a Technical Lead / Engineering Manager, you will combine a strong background in IT with a balanced hybrid role focused on people management, technical leadership, and hands‑on execution. You will lead a specialized engineering team, drive critical technology projects, and ensure high‑quality software delivery while aligning technical execution with broader business and engineering objectives.

Responsibilities:

• Lead, mentor, and manage a multidisciplinary engineering team, driving career development, performance reviews, and agile delivery.
• Balance technical oversight and architecture with team management, coordinating directly with stakeholders and other engineering verticals.
• Design and oversee robust backend applications and microservices using .NET Core.
• Define and optimize CI/CD pipelines (Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions) and modern infrastructure management via Terraform (IaC)and Kubernetes.
• Architect scalable cloud solutions leveraging Azure PaaS and core enterprise cloud services.
• Oversee rigorous software testing, code quality standards, and comprehensive technical documentation.
• Drive technical strategy, resolve architectural blockers, and manage cross‑functional technical initiatives.

Skills & Requirements:

• Education & Foundation: Degree in Information Technology (Grado en IT) or equivalent technical background.
• Team & People Management: Proven experience leading technical teams, managing agile processes, mentoring engineers, and fostering a collaborative culture.
• Backend Architecture: Strong proficiency in .NET Core , microservices design patterns, and scalable application development.
• DevOps & Infrastructure: Solid hands‑on or oversight experience with ADO Pipelines , GitHub Actions , Kubernetes , and Terraform.
• Cloud Platform (Azure):Deep knowledge of Azure PaaS and core cloud ecosystem services.
• Complex Troubleshooting & Strategy: Ability to bridge high‑level technical decisions with practical execution and advanced system optimization.
• Nice‑to‑Have: Familiarity with modern data platforms such as Microsoft Fabric , Azure Data Factory , Databricks , and Data Lakes.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected status, in accordance with local regulations.

#LI-Hybrid

Our Interview Practices

To maintain a fair and genuine hiring process, we kindly ask that all candidates participate in interviews without the assistance of AI tools or external prompts. Our interview process is designed to assess your individual skills, experiences, and communication style. We value authenticity and want to ensure we’re getting to know you—not a digital assistant. To help maintain this integrity, we ask to remove virtual backgrounds and include in‑person interviews in our hiring process. Please note that use of AI‑generated responses or third‑party support during interviews will be grounds for disqualification from the recruitment process.

Applicants may be required to appear onsite at a Wolters Kluwer office as part of the recruitment process.