Head of Architecture - Data Platforms at Ayvens · Majadahon…

Head of Architecture - Data Platforms Location: Madrid Majadahonda At Ayvens, progress starts with you. Our ambitions to shape the future of sustainable mobility are powered by our talent. Join us, and get better with every move. Job Description At Ayvens Digital & IT we have an opening for a Head of Architecture on Data Domain. What are you going to do? At Ayvens, we’re shaping the future of sustainable mobility — and transforming how we connect with our customers is central to that mission. To accelerate this transformation, we’re seeking a visionary Head of Architecture on Data Domain to lead the design and rationalization of our Data ecosystem. This is a strategic and hands-on role for someone with deep Data and Cloud expertise strong business acumen, and a passion for scalable, customer-centric architecture. You’ll play a key role in defining how a global leader becomes a data-centric company. Who are we looking for? As the Head of Architecture for the Data domain, you will lead the strategic direction and architectural vision for our Data ecosystem. You will be responsible for designing ONE scalable, secure, and high-performing data platform delivering Data Products to the whole organization (starting with four platforms inside the organization) You will collaborate closely with product managers, engineers, and business stakeholders to ensure our platforms align with business goals and deliver exceptional customer experiences. Your leadership will drive innovation, platform governance, and architectural excellence across CRM, marketing automation, and omnichannel engagement. Key Responsibilities: Architectural Leadership: Define and evolve the Data platform architecture Strategic Alignment: Translate business strategy into scalable, integrated Data solutions across regions and platforms. Platform Governance: Establish architectural standards and best practices to ensure consistency, security, and compliance. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with architects in all domains and in Société Générale to ensure end-to-end coherence. Innovation & Optimization: Evaluate emerging technologies and continuously improve platform performance and user experience. Enterprise Contribution: Represent the Data domain in enterprise architecture forums and initiatives. Job requirements Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Data Engineering, or a related field. Minimum of 7 years of experience in data platform architecture, with at least 3 years in a leadership or managerial role. Demonstrated ability to lead and develop high-performing technical teams, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement. Proven experience in setting strategic direction for data architecture and aligning technical initiatives with business goals. Hands-on experience with AWS and Azure cloud platforms, including designing and managing scalable data solutions. Strong background in DevOps practices for data engineering, including automation, CI/CD, and infrastructure as code. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across departments. Fluent in English written and spoken. Technical Expertise: Deep understanding of platform technologies, including cloud computing, microservices, and containerization. Experience with Data products and Data management Knowledge of DevOps practices and tools. What do we offer? We're on this journey together. By investing in professional growth, rewards and incentives, plus plenty of training and experience on the job, we create an inspiring environment for our colleagues that fosters high performance with positive impact. Enjoy comprehensive rewards and recognition. We believe in rewarding you holistically, through compensation, competitive benefits and rich development opportunities. Discover your talent. We enable you to reach your full potential by offering you the opportunities and support to reach the next level in your career. Benefit from a healthy, positive work atmosphere. We offer a wide variety of benefits to help keep you mentally and physically strong and to find the perfect work–life balance. Find a shared sense of belonging. We create an engaging environment where you can be your authentic self and harness your commitment, curiosity and collaboration. Build a sustainable future. We’re conscious of our environment and the societies we’re part of and we work together to drive electrification and lead the way to decarbonisation. Are you ready for the ride of your (work) life? Ayvens is the new brand for the new organization after merging ALD Automotive and LeasePlan, a new leading global sustainable mobility player with a total fleet of 3.3 million vehicles managed worldwide and present in 44 countries. Ayvens provides a unique opportunity: the chance to accelerate the transition to electric, lead the way to decarbonisation and shape the industry’s digital transformation. Behind the wheel, our people make the difference, driving us towards our ambitions. Ayvens is home to the best talent in the industry – so if you’re looking for a fulfilling career with positive impact, we’d love to discuss your opportunities with us! Join a global leader in sustainable mobility and follow @ayvens and @lifeatayvens on Instagram and Ayvens on LinkedIn to check out what’s happening at Ayvens! Why Ayvens? With over 3.4 million vehicles managed across more than 42 countries, we provide full-service leasing, flexible subscription services, fleet management services and multi-mobility solutions to customers of all sizes, including large corporates, SMEs, professionals, and private individuals. By leveraging our unique position to lead the way to net zero and further shape the digital transformation of the industry, we are well-positioned to meet the evolving mobility needs of our clients and provide them with the solutions they need to thrive. At Ayvens, we believe that our success is driven by our commitment to customer satisfaction. Our team is dedicated to delivering innovative solutions and technology-enabled services that help our customers focus on their everyday business. We’re committed to sustainable mobility and have made it a core part of our strategy. In everything we do, we’re guided by the principles of authenticity, curiosity, commitment and collaboration. We aim to foster an organisation that's diverse in people and ideas, where everyone can thrive and be themselves, no matter who they are. Join us on this exciting journey as we continue to enable the transformation towards large scale adoption of sustainable mobility and provide our customers with the solutions they need to succeed. Follow our page for the latest updates, news, and insights. *ALD Automotive | LeasePlan are rebranding to Ayvens across all 42 countries by 2025.