Tech Lead – MadridMars is a family-owned business with over $35 billion in global sales, producing beloved brands like M&M’s®, SNICKERS®, and PEDIGREE®. Headquartered in McLean, VA, we operate in over 80 countries, guided by our Five Principles: Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency, and Freedom.Job Summary:Mars Petcare seeks a technical leader for our newly formed Digital Products, Platforms & Services team. This role focuses on enhancing our Consent, Identity, and Single Sign-On (SSO) capabilities, driving the development of digital products that improve pet owner experiences.Key Responsibilities:Lead a team of software engineers to design and deliver high-quality SSO products.Collaborate with product managers and cross-functional teams to define requirements and prioritize features.Mentor team members and foster a culture of innovation and continuous learning.Architect scalable software systems and ensure adherence to coding standards.Communicate technical strategies and findings to senior leadership.Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field; advanced degree preferred.2+ years in a leadership role with strong software development experience.Expertise in SSO, consent management, and authentication protocols (OAuth, OpenID Connect).Proficiency in Java and familiarity with other programming languages (Python, JavaScript, etc.).Experience with cloud platforms (preferably Azure) and database technologies.Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.Familiarity with Agile methodologies and DevOps practices.Preferred:Experience in a global multi-brand company.Knowledge of data privacy regulations.What can you expect from Mars?Work with diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.Join a purpose-driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.An industry-competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.#TBDDTMars is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.