Lead Engineer

About The Role

 In your role you will contribute to Swiss Re's healthy and transparent risk culture where everyone engages in continuous risk accountability activities.

As a Lead Engineer, your main goal is to promote a culture of high-quality software development. You'll ensure that your team follows best practices and Swiss Re standards, covering everything from code quality to security and design  patterns. You'll also act as an ambassador for the Product Area 'Research & Sustainability', working closely with the Product & Delivery Lead to bring the technical vision to life.

Responsibilities

• You'll mentor a team of engineers, guiding them in their professional development and helping the product owner prioritize and scope change requests based on business value and resources. You'll oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of software projects, making sure they're completed on time, within budget, and with the expected quality.
• As a technical expert, you'll make key decisions on architecture, design, and implementation of complex systems. You'll also participate in hands-on development, designing and developing new features and products that meet user needs and business goals. Ensuring the highest standards of code quality through regular code reviews, automated testing, and continuous integration will be part of your role.
• Collaboration is key, so you'll work closely with the data analytics engineer and cross-functional teams, including product owners, application engineers and other stakeholders, to define project requirements and deliverables. You'll stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies, fostering a culture of innovation within the team. Additionally, you'll address and resolve technical issues, ensuring the stability and performance of the software, and maintain comprehensive documentation of technical specifications, project plans, and progress reports.

About The Team

Our team supports the Swiss Re Institute's mission of enhancing Swiss Re's business and establishing it as a leader in the (re)insurance industry. We focus on providing technical infrastructure and data management for research initiatives, supporting economic insight generation, and backing risk transfer products that enhance global resilience.

Why Join Us?

You'll work on exciting and challenging projects that make a real difference. There are opportunities for professional growth and career advancement, and you'll be part of a collaborative and inclusive work environment that values diversity and encourages innovation.

We're looking for a passionate and driven individual to join our team as a Lead Engineer. If you're ready to take on a challenging role and contribute to our mission, we'd love to hear from you. We look forward to welcoming you to our team!

Qualifications

• You should have proven experience as a lead engineer or in a similar role, with a strong background in software development. Proficiency in multiple programming languages and frameworks is essential, and experience with system integration of third-party providers (SaaS) is beneficial.
• Our portfolio is based on wide range of technologies, and they are covered with our experts. As a lead engineer you should be familiar with at least two of them and willing to learn about the others:
• Java, Angular, Node.js, Python, R, TypeScript, Docker, Kubernetes, Azure SQL, PostgreSQL and Cloudflare
• You should have strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail. The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively is important. A commitment to continuous learning and professional development is also key.

For Slovakia the base salary range for this position is between [EUR 3,700] and [EUR 6,100] per month (for a full-time role). The specific salary offered considers:

• the requirements, scope, complexity and responsibilities of the role,
• the applicant’s own profile including education/qualifications, expertise, specialisation, skills and experience.

 In addition to your base salary, you may be eligible for additional rewards and benefits including an attractive performance-based bonus

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