Alpega Group is looking for a VP of Software Engineering for the group, reporting directly to the CEO, working across the product portfolio. This role will ideally be based in Barcelona (hybrid), with the option to be based across Europe.
WHO WE ARE
Alpega Group is a European leader in end-to-end transportation management solutions, bringing together modular SaaS products that enable shippers, carriers, and logistics partners to operate more efficiently and sustainably. Our portfolio includes cutting-edge Transport Management Systems and Europe’s leading Freight Exchange platforms. With 35+ years of industry expertise and over 40 nationalities working with us to drive success, we are committed to transforming logistics while contributing to a greener, more connected supply chain.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Alpega is building the digital backbone of European transport. We operate a multi-product SaaS platform connecting shippers, carriers, and logistics providers across Europe. We have scale, recurring revenue, and ambition. Now we need to elevate engineering to the next level.
This role is about transforming how we build, ship, scale, and operate software. Engineering must become a true growth engine for the company.
Core Responsibilities
- Platform Evolution: Modernize architecture toward cloud-native, scalable, API-first systems. Simplify complexity and raise technical standards and build a strong DevOps and automation backbone
- Delivery Velocity: Increase speed and predictability of execution, establish clear engineering KPIs and accountability and improve quality, reliability, and deployment frequency
- Engineering Culture: Build high-performing, product-focused engineering teams, raising the bar on architecture, code quality, and ownership. Developing and attracting top engineering talent.
- Innovation Enablement: Embed AI-assisted development and automation, enable data-driven engineering and scalable experimentation as well to partner tightly with Product to deliver meaningful customer value
What success looks like
- Faster releases.
- Fewer handoffs.
- Strong domain ownership.
- Measurable productivity gains.
- Engineering fully aligned to business impact.
WHAT WE LOOK FOR IN YOU
- 15+ years in software engineering, with significant leadership experience
- Have led large (100+), distributed SaaS engineering organizations
- Have modernized complex systems and scaled platforms
- Strong in cloud architecture, distributed systems, APIs, DevOps
- Comfortable operating at both strategic and hands-on levels
- Clear thinker, direct communicator, high standards
- Builder mindset — not a caretaker
WHAT WE OFFER YOU
- A culture built on transparency, excellence, and personal development—where growth truly matter.
- A Competitive package
- A flexible working model
- Work in an international environment with 40+ nationalities and a dynamic, scaling SaaS business.
OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU
With over 500 colleagues worldwide, the Alpega Group is a diverse, global community. We are committed to ensuring every employee feels included, supported, and empowered to grow. If you require any support during your application process, please reach directly to the talent partner handling this role.
We look forward to hearing from you and wish you the best of luck with your application!
Skills Required
- 15+ years in software engineering
- Significant leadership experience
- Experience leading large SaaS engineering organizations
- Strong in cloud architecture and distributed systems
- Comfortable operating at both strategic and hands-on levels
- Clear thinker and direct communicator
- Builder mindset
What We Do
Alpega Group is a global leader in logistics SaaS software, dedicated to delivering comprehensive end-to-end solutions for all transport requirements. Our mission is to empower shippers, forwarders, and carriers through efficient digitalization, addressing today’s logistics challenges and driving smarter logistics for a greener tomorrow. Leveraging extensive carrier-based assets, Alpega provides tangible benefits in Transport Execution, Freight Planning, Freight Sourcing and Payment, Dock Scheduling, and Data Insights. As the only SaaS provider offering Transport Management Systems (TMS) for shippers, and with an 80,000-strong open carrier network that covers about 10% of all commercial trucks in Europe, we lead in innovation and efficiency. Our connectivity extends through three premier freight exchanges in Europe, with notable leadership in Iberia, Romania, Central, and Southeastern European regions, facilitating seamless matching of freight loads with transportation capacity. With over three decades of transportation expertise, we help businesses streamline their supply chain planning and execution, reducing costs and increasing visibility. Our community of 80,000 carriers and 200,000 members is seamlessly connected daily, efficiently managing vital transport operations. This network harnesses the power of collective intelligence, driving data-driven insights and optimizations across the logistics ecosystem, and creating a network effect that adds significant value for our customers. Operating in 80 countries, Alpega boasts a diverse team of over 500 professionals representing 31 nationalities.
