Dow Jones Enhances Barcelona Office, Establishes Global Center for Technology, Data, and AI
December 3, 2024
Applications are now open for the first-ever DJ Tech talent week scheduled for January 13-16, 2025.
BARCELONA–[December 3, 2024]–Dow Jones announced today the expansion of its office in Barcelona, positioning it as a pivotal global center for technology, data, and AI innovation. With over 25 years of presence in the city, this move reinforces the company’s commitment to Barcelona as a strategic hub for future growth.
As part of this significant investment, Dow Jones plans to create over 60 new jobs in Barcelona in the upcoming months. These roles will encompass various levels of experience and fields such as data science, AI, mobile engineering, software development, product management, user experience (UX), quality assurance (QA), and more.
“Barcelona is integral to our long-term location strategy as we align our tech operations with Dow Jones’s ambitious growth objectives,” stated Artem Fishman, Chief Technology Officer at Dow Jones. “As a premier technology and design hub, the city provides a rich talent pool and an innovative ambiance that aligns perfectly with our company values. By expanding our footprint there, we are not just accelerating our growth as a global news and information leader but also adopting a ‘follow-the-sun’ operational model that enhances productivity and fosters ongoing innovation.”
“Barcelona has been a vital location for our growing business intelligence portfolio, particularly in Dow Jones Risk & Compliance,” added Ingrid Verschuren, EVP and General Manager, EMEA, and Head of Data & AI at Dow Jones. “Over the past two decades, we have developed a diverse and inclusive workplace, comprising colleagues from over 40 nationalities who communicate in more than 50 languages. I take great pride in our initiatives to enhance opportunities for women in technology and I am eager to expand our EMEA team as we continue to attract top talent in the region.”
To facilitate this growth and engage with potential candidates, Dow Jones will host its first DJ Tech talent week from January 13-16, 2025. This four-day event will give candidates the chance to connect with senior technology leaders at Dow Jones and explore job opportunities within the organization. The candidate-centric recruitment approach will ensure prompt decisions and job offers for more than 20 available roles.
We invite professionals with suitable skills and experience who aspire to join a dynamic and rapidly expanding global company with flexible working arrangements to apply. More information on current job openings and the application process can be found at dowjones.com/dj-tech-barcelona.
About Dow Jones
Dow Jones is the foremost global provider of business news and information, offering news, data, and analysis to the global business community and consumers across digital platforms, mobile, and events. For over 130 years, Dow Jones has delivered unmatched quality in business news and information and operates one of the largest news-gathering organizations in the world. Its portfolio includes esteemed publications and information services such as The Wall Street Journal, Barron’s, MarketWatch, Mansion Global, Financial News, Investor’s Business Daily, Factiva, Dow Jones Risk & Compliance, Dow Jones Newswires, OPIS, and Chemical Market Analytics. Dow Jones is a subsidiary of News Corp (Nasdaq: NWS, NWSA; ASX: NWS, NWSLV).
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