FR - Tech Lead Coremedia

<p></p> <p><span class="TextRun SCXW246265904 BCX0" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW246265904 BCX0">Why Valtech?&nbsp;</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW246265904 BCX0">We’re</span> <span class="NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW246265904 BCX0">the</span> <span class="NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW246265904 BCX0">experience</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW246265904 BCX0"> innovation company </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW246265904 BCX0">- </span><span class="NormalTextRun CommentStart SCXW246265904 BCX0">a</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW246265904 BCX0"> trusted partner</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW246265904 BCX0"> to the world’s most recognized brands. To our people we offer </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW246265904 BCX0">growth opportunities, </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW246265904 BCX0">a </span><span class="NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW246265904 BCX0">values</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW246265904 BCX0">-driven culture, </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW246265904 BCX0">international </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW246265904 BCX0">careers</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW246265904 BCX0"> and the chance to shape the future of experience.</span></span><span class="EOP CommentStart SCXW246265904 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <h3><strong><span data-contrast="auto">The opportunity</span></strong></h3> <p><span data-contrast="auto">At Valtech, you’ll find an environment designed for continuous learning, meaningful impact, and professional growth. Whether you're pioneering new digital solutions, challenging conventional thinking or building the next generation of customer experiences, your work will help transform industries.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">We are proud of:</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <ul> <li><a href="https://www.valtech.com/work/?utm_source=greenhouse&amp;utm_medium=website&amp;utm_campaign=gl_ta_talent-acquisition_aw_ba_job_description_template&amp;utm_term=website-applicants&amp;utm_content=job-applicants_week192025" target="_blank"><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">The work we do and the innovation we drive</span></span></a><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><a href="https://www.valtech.com/career/our-values/?utm_source=greenhouse&amp;utm_medium=website&amp;utm_campaign=gl_ta_talent-acquisition_aw_ba_job_description_template&amp;utm_term=website-applicants&amp;utm_content=job-applicants_week192025" target="_blank"><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">Our values of share, care </span><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">a</span><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">nd dare</span></span></a><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><a href="https://www.valtech.com/valtech-as-workplace/?utm_source=greenhouse&amp;utm_medium=website&amp;utm_campaign=gl_ta_talent-acquisition_aw_ba_job_description_template&amp;utm_term=website-applicants&amp;utm_content=job-applicants_week192025" target="_blank"><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">A workplace culture that fosters creativity, diversity and autonomy</span></span></a><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><a href="https://www.valtech.com/about/offices/?utm_source=greenhouse&amp;utm_medium=website&amp;utm_campaign=gl_ta_talent-acquisition_aw_ba_job_description_template&amp;utm_term=website-applicants&amp;utm_content=job-applicants_week192025" target="_blank"><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">Our borderless, global framework, </span><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">which enables </span><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">seamless collaboration</span></span></a><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <p><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <h3><strong><span data-contrast="auto">The role&nbsp;</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></h3> <p>We are looking for an experienced <strong>Tech Lead – CoreMedia</strong> to join our team and work on a strategic digital commerce programme for a leading <strong>luxury brand within the LVMH Group</strong>.</p> <p>You will play a key role at the intersection of <strong>technology, architecture, e-commerce and digital experience</strong>, contributing both to the technical direction of the CoreMedia platform and to the successful delivery of complex digital projects.</p> <p>You will act as a <strong>technical reference for the development team</strong>, helping define robust and scalable solutions while supporting Senior and experienced Developers in their technical growth.</p> <p>The role can be based in <strong>Portugal, Germany or France</strong>, with a requirement to work onsite with the client in <strong>Paris La Défense for a minimum of three consecutive days every month</strong>.</p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">You will thrive in this role if you are:</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="auto">A curious problem solver who challenges the status quo</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">A collaborator who values teamwork and knowledge-sharing</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Excited by the intersection of technology, creativity and data</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Experienced in Agile methodologies and consulting (a plus)</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Role responsibilities</span></strong></p> <ul> <li>Act as the <strong>technical lead and main technical point of contact</strong> for the CoreMedia squad, towards client architects, product owners and stakeholders.</li> <li>Define and own the <strong>technical architecture and design</strong> of CoreMedia Content Cloud solutions (Studio, CAE, Headless Server, Content Delivery APIs), ensuring scalability, performance, security and maintainability.</li> <li>Remain <strong>hands-on</strong> on the most complex developments: custom content types, Studio extensions, Blueprint customisation, templates and Spring-based back-end components.</li> <li>Lead <strong>code reviews</strong> and enforce engineering standards, <strong>test automation</strong>, quality gates and technical documentation.</li> <li>Design and secure the <strong>integration of CoreMedia with the wider ecosystem</strong>: e-commerce platform, PIM, DAM, search, personalisation, CDN and other third-party services through APIs.</li> <li>Translate business and functional requirements into <strong>technical solutions and stories</strong>, contribute to estimation, backlog refinement and sprint planning.</li> <li>Drive <strong>CI/CD, environments and deployments</strong> (containers, cloud), release readiness and production support, including incident analysis and <strong>performance tuning</strong>.</li> <li>Manage <strong>technical debt, CoreMedia upgrades</strong> and Blueprint evolution, and anticipate technical risks and dependencies.</li> <li><strong>Coach and mentor</strong> developers, promote knowledge sharing, onboard new members and foster technical autonomy and continuous improvement.</li> <li>Work in an <strong>Agile (Scrum / SAFe)</strong> setup: contribute to ceremonies and, in a SAFe environment, to <strong>PI Planning</strong> and the identification of technical dependencies across teams.</li> <li>Ensure clear <strong>reporting and visibility</strong> on technical progress, risks and quality, using Jira and Confluence.</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h3><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Must have qualifications</span></strong></h3> <p><span data-contrast="auto">To be considered for this role, you must meet the following essential qualifications:</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <ul> <li><strong>7+ years of experience in Java/JEE development</strong>, including <strong>3+ years on CoreMedia</strong> (Content Cloud / CMS, Studio, CAE, Headless Server, Blueprint).</li> <li>Strong expertise in <strong>Java, Spring / Spring Boot, Maven</strong>, <strong>Freemarker/JSP templating</strong> and <strong>JavaScript / TypeScript</strong>.</li> <li>Solid experience designing <strong>REST and GraphQL APIs</strong> and <strong>headless / hybrid CMS architectures</strong>.</li> <li>Proven experience as <strong>Tech Lead or Lead Developer</strong>: technical decision-making, architecture, code review and mentoring.</li> <li>Experience integrating a CMS with <strong>e-commerce platforms, PIM, DAM and search</strong> solutions in a complex enterprise landscape.</li> <li>Good knowledge of <strong>Git, CI/CD pipelines, Docker/Kubernetes</strong> and a cloud provider (AWS, Azure or GCP).</li> <li>Good understanding of <strong>performance, caching, security, SEO and accessibility</strong> for large-scale web platforms.</li> <li>Experience working in <strong>Agile environments (Scrum, SAFe)</strong> with <strong>Jira and Confluence</strong>.</li> <li>Strong communication skills and ability to work with <strong>technical teams, business stakeholders and clients</strong>, in <strong>onsite and distributed</strong> setups.</li> <li><strong>Fluent English (C2).</strong></li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h3><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Nice to have qualifications </span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></h3> <ul> <li>Experience on <strong>luxury, retail or large multi-brand, multi-site and multi-language</strong> digital platforms.</li> <li><strong>CoreMedia certification</strong> or experience of CoreMedia major upgrades and migrations.</li> <li>Knowledge of e-commerce platforms or marketplaces (e.g. <strong>SAP Commerce, Salesforce Commerce Cloud, commercetools</strong>).</li> <li>Front-end / headless experience (<strong>React, Next.js, Node.js</strong>).</li> <li>Experience with <strong>observability and performance testing</strong> tools (e.g. Grafana, Datadog, JMeter).</li> <li>Experience in large-scale Agile organisations and <strong>SAFe</strong> ceremonies such as PI Planning.</li> <li>Experience with collaboration tools such as <strong>Miro</strong> or equivalent.</li> <li><strong>French</strong> is a strong asset (working proficiency appreciated).</li> <li>Consulting experience and a strong <strong>continuous improvement mindset</strong>.</li> </ul> <p><strong><span class="TextRun MacChromeBold SCXW105898609 BCX0" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW105898609 BCX0">If you do not meet all the listed qualifications or have gaps in your experience, we still encourage you to apply. At Valtech, we recognize that talent comes in many forms, and we value diverse perspectives and a willingness to learn.</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW105898609 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></strong></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h3><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Commitment to reaching all kinds of people</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></h3> <p><span data-contrast="auto">We design experiences that work for all kinds of people - and that starts with our own teams. At Valtech, we’re intentional about building an inclusive culture where everyone feels supported to grow, thrive and achieve their goals. No matter your background, you belong here. </span><a href="https://www.valtech.com/about/diversity-inclusion/" target="_blank"><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">Explore our Diversity &amp; Inclusion site</span></span></a><span data-contrast="auto">&nbsp;to see how we’re creating a more equitable Valtech for all.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <h3>&nbsp;</h3> <h3><strong><span data-contrast="auto">The benefits </span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></h3> <p><span data-contrast="auto">This is a <strong>Permanent or Freelancer</strong> position based in<strong> Germany.</strong>&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">Beyond a competitive compensation package, we offer:</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Flexibility, with remote and hybrid work options (country-dependent)</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Career advancement, with international mobility and professional development programs</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Learning and development, with access to cutting-edge tools, training and industry experts</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <p><span data-contrast="auto">Our benefits are tailored to each location. Your Talent Partner will provide full details during the hiring process.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">&nbsp;</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <h3><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Your application process</span></strong></h3> <p><span data-contrast="auto">Once you apply, our Talent Acquisition team will review your application. Your CV should cover key information on relevant experiences and expertise. We do not require information such as age, gender, marital status, or a headshot in your application. We review all candidates based on skills, experience, and potential.</span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">⚠️ Beware of recruitment fraud!</span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">We are committed to inclusion and accessibility. If you need reasonable accommodations during the interview process, please either indicate it in your application or let your Talent Partner know.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">&nbsp;</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <h3><strong><span data-contrast="auto">About Valtech</span></strong></h3> <p><span data-contrast="auto">Valtech is the experience innovation company that exists to unlock a better way to experience the world. By blending crafts, categories, and cultures, we help brands unlock new value in an increasingly digital world.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">At the intersection of data, AI, creativity, and technology, we drive transformation for leading organizations, including L’Oréal, Mars, Audi, P&amp;G, Volkswagen Dolby, and more.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">At Valtech, we don’t just talk about transformation. We make it happen. Our people are the heart of our success, and we foster a workplace where everyone has the support to thrive, grow and innovate.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">Are you ready to create what’s next? Join us.</span></p> <p></p>