Head of Engineering

Century 21 Portugal & Spain is stepping into a new era of technological leadership. In today's competitive real estate landscape, technology isn't just support. It's the engine of efficiency, scale, and customer experience. The organization is now seeking a committed Head of Engineering to lead the evolution of its core CRM and digital ecosystem, shaping the technical foundation that powers its entire network.

This is an opportunity to leave a mark. To architect transformation. To define what great looks like and prepare for the future.

What You'll Be Working On

As the technical anchor for Century 21 Portugal & Spain, you will:

• Own the strategic direction of the CRM and critical digital assets across frontend, backend, data, automation, and infrastructure

• Architect decisions that matter: spanning integrations, scalability, observability, and security

• Establish engineering excellence through best practices, documentation standards, and quality-driven delivery processes

• Bridge the gap between technology, product, and business strategy to ensure crisp, aligned execution

• Manage and hold accountable external technology partners, ensuring delivery meets high standards

• Build and guide the future internal technology team, elevating capabilities across the organization

• Structure data governance, system interoperability, and operational reliability frameworks that enable better business intelligence

• Identify tangible improvements in product, operations, and digital experience

• Prepare the technology platform for emerging opportunities in automation and innovation with practical business applications

What They're Looking For

• Proven track record in software development and technical leadership in demanding, complex environments

• Systems thinking: you're able to grasp interconnected architectures and make decisions with both technical rigor and business impact

• Deep familiarity with modern web applications, API ecosystems, cloud infrastructure, and automation workflows

• Passion for data quality, information integrity, and system consistency

• Self-starter mentality: you value autonomy, ownership, and have the drive to deliver even amid transformation pressure

• Pragmatic problem-solver who brings structure to ambiguity

• Customer and product empathy: you're able to translate business needs into technical solutions that people actually want to use

• Influential communicator who can inspire and align stakeholders at all levels

• Builder's mindset: you enjoy being hands-on and growing alongside the organization

Bonus points for: Hands-on experience modernizing platforms, managing complex system integrations, working with webhooks/automation/cloud service environments, or being curious about emerging technologies and their real-world applications.

Why This Opportunity

• Real Scale, Real Impact: This isn't a side project. Technology here touches every facet of their operations. Your work will be seen, felt, and valued across the network

• Transformation, Not Only Maintenance: You won't be strictly focused on legacy systems. You'll be designing the roadmap for what comes next

• Close to the Helm: Work directly near decision-makers with genuine authority to shape platform evolution

• Autonomy With Backing: Given the freedom to lead with confidence, supported by leadership that trusts your technical expertise

• Room to Grow: This role opens a clear path toward broader technology leadership as the organization continues to evolve

• Built to Last: Leave behind systems, standards, and a culture that will prevail

What's on offer

• Permanent contract with the organization or B2B contract if that suits you better

• Work Model: Flexible Hybrid model in Oeiras / Lagoas Park, tailored to seniority and operational needs

• Compensation: €70,000–€85,000 gross annually, based on experience, product expertise, and technical leadership capability