Senior Engineering Manager (Hybrid; m/f/x/d)

Are you a passionate tech leader who thrives on building high-performing engineering teams while staying hands-on with code? Join our dynamic team at Swiss Re where you'll shape the future of our technical landscape, mentor talented engineers, and drive innovation that makes a real impact on our business and customers. 

About the Role 

As a Senior Engineering Manager at Swiss Re, you'll be at the forefront of our technical projects, balancing hands-on contributions with strategic leadership. You'll foster a culture of technical excellence while guiding your teams through complex problem-solving challenges and ensuring the delivery of high-quality products that drive our business forward. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Lead and mentor a team of talented engineers, creating a collaborative and innovative work environment 

• Oversee the software development lifecycle from planning and design to deployment and maintenance 

• Implement and advocate for best practices including design patterns, Domain-Driven Design (DDD), and agile methodologies 

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define technical requirements and drive product vision 

• Conduct thorough code reviews and provide constructive feedback to ensure adherence to coding standards 

• Drive continuous improvement in both technical processes and team dynamics 

• Contribute directly to codebases when necessary, maintaining your technical edge 

• Develop and run highly-available, high-traffic, and customer-facing services 

About the Team 

At Swiss Re, our engineering teams are at the heart of our digital transformation. We build innovative solutions that help make the world more resilient through cutting-edge technology. Our collaborative environment encourages creative problem-solving and continuous learning, where every team member's contribution is valued and recognized. 

About You 

You're a fast, continuous-learning problem-solver with a passion for code craftsmanship. You're an appreciative person and standout colleague who genuinely cares about individuals and setting growth paths for them. You balance technical expertise with leadership skills, knowing when to dive deep into code and when to step back and guide your team strategically. 

We are looking for candidates who meet these requirements: 

• Hands-on Engineering management experience in building, leading, and motivating product engineering teams 

• Strong understanding of software architecture, design patterns, and scalable system design, particularly in building highly secure, reliable, and resilient systems 

• Experience in developing and running (Monitoring, Alerting...) highly-available, high-traffic, and customer-facing services 

• Excellent problem-solving abilities and a strategic mindset 

• Strong communication skills with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders 

• Experience with agile methodologies and a track record of delivering high-quality software products 

• Proficiency in English 

These are additional nice to haves: 

• Knowledge of OO languages (like Java, dotNET, Typescript) and cloud-based architectures 

• Experience with distributed systems (Microservices architecture, distributed databases, design patterns for distributed systems) 

• Experience in crafting complex systems using development principles and patterns (SOLID/GRASP, Design patterns, DRY, CUPID) 

• A passion for mentoring and developing engineering talent 

Interview Process 

Our comprehensive interview process is designed to evaluate both your technical skills and leadership qualities: 

1. Coding interview: Share your own code in your preferred language or complete our coding exercise, followed by a simple live coding exercise 

2. Product engineering and system interview: A discussion focused on your approach to balancing product needs with technical considerations; and a collaborative system design exercise to assess your ability to clarify requirements and craft functional solutions 

3. Leadership interview: Focused on your people management skills and past leadership experiences 

Why Join Us 

• Be part of a dynamic and innovative team committed to making a difference 

• Opportunity to lead and shape the future of our engineering teams 

• Competitive salary and benefits package 

• Work in a vibrant and collaborative environment where your contributions are valued 

For Spain, the base salary range for this position is between EUR 60,000 and EUR 100,000 (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, Swiss Re offers an attractive performance-based variable compensation component, designed to recognise your achievements. Further you will enjoy a variety of global and location specific benefits.​

Eligibility may vary depending on the terms of Swiss Re policies and your employment contract.

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