BBVA Strengthens Tech Talent Pool with Plans to Hire 1,100 New Experts in 2025

BBVA Strengthens Tech Talent Pool with Plans to Hire 1,100 New Experts in 2025

(IN BRIEF) BBVA has been actively strengthening its tech talent pool as part of its long-term digital transformation strategy. Over the last three years, the bank added 10,100 technology professionals, with plans to grow its tech-focused workforce to 20,000 by 2025. Key roles in demand include software developers, data engineers, and specialists in cybersecurity and infrastructure. In addition, BBVA has launched initiatives like the ONE project, the creation of BBVA Technology divisions in Europe and the Americas, and a recruitment portal to attract new talent. By the end of 2024, over 3,000 new technology roles were added, and BBVA aims to hire 1,100 more tech experts in 2025.

(PRESS RELEASE) BILBAO, 28-Jan-2025 — /EuropaWire/ — BBVA has made significant strides in attracting top-tier tech talent, recognizing the growing demand for engineers, mathematicians, and specialists in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and data management, all key components of the bank’s digital transformation. Over the past three years, BBVA has successfully added 10,100 professionals to its workforce, bringing its total number of tech-focused employees to 20,000 by 2025, with plans to hire an additional 1,100 specialists.

As part of its long-standing digital strategy, BBVA has placed digitization at the core of its approach, transforming processes and technology to enhance its value proposition. This evolution has emphasized the importance of placing people at the heart of the transformation, attracting and retaining the best talent, and equipping them with cutting-edge tools and technologies. Software developers and data engineers remain the most sought-after profiles, followed by experts in security, infrastructure, and architecture. “Our deliberate and strategic efforts to recruit top talent have been integral in strengthening our teams and boosting our ability to innovate. This commitment ensures that we continue to adapt to the evolving landscape and provide the best possible services to our customers,” explained Pedro J. Méndez, Head of Talent and Culture at BBVA for Engineering.

In line with this vision, BBVA launched a global software development division in 2021, followed by the creation of the ONE project in 2023, which fosters collaboration among engineers by sharing best practices both within the bank and the broader industry. The establishment of BBVA Technology in Europe and the subsequent expansion to the Americas in 2024 further exemplify the bank’s dedication to strengthening its technological workforce. By the end of 2024, BBVA had already created over 3,000 new technology roles.

In addition to these initiatives, BBVA introduced a new job portal in late 2024, where candidates can explore current vacancies, hear from employees in STEM fields, and stay updated on the bank’s latest advancements in data and technology. With this platform, BBVA aims to hire 1,100 technology professionals in 2025, continuing its commitment to innovation and digital leadership.

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