Automation engineer - Delivery & Solutions (hybrid)

Are you a technology professional who enjoys not only building solutions, but also taking ownership, coordinating delivery and working with stakeholders? 

We are looking for someone who combines hands-on technical capability with strong delivery, communication and leadership potential. This role is ideal for someone who wants to remain close to technology while progressively broadening their experience in project delivery and stakeholder management. 

About the Role  

As an Automation Engineer within the Underwriting Solutions Centre at Swiss Re, you will design, develop and test automated underwriting solutions within Magnum – Swiss Re's automated underwriting platform used by clients globally. 

You will be a hands-on member of the development team, working across requirements analysis, development, testing and implementation. At the same time, you will have opportunities to take ownership of delivery activities, coordinate stakeholders and contribute to cross-functional projects. 

The role therefore combines technical delivery with opportunities to develop broader project and leadership responsibilities. 

Key Responsibilities:  

Solution Development & Testing 

• Analyse business and underwriting requirements and translate them into effective automated solutions. 

• Develop, configure, test and maintain Magnum rules and automation solutions. 

• Perform functional, integration, regression and scenario testing. 

• Support defect resolution, releases, production validation and root-cause analysis. 

• Maintain appropriate technical documentation, traceability and development standards. 

• Use automation, AI and reusable solutions to continuously improve delivery efficiency and quality. 

Project & Delivery Ownership 

• Take ownership of assigned solutions and initiatives from requirements through implementation. 

• Contribute to planning, estimation and coordination of work within an Agile/Scrum environment, progressively taking broader delivery ownership 

• Coordinate activities, dependencies, risks and priorities across technical and business teams. 

• Contribute to broader projects and delivery initiatives based on business needs. 

• Proactively identify delivery challenges and drive them toward resolution. 

Stakeholder Management & Leadership 

• Collaborate with product owners, business analysts, underwriters, architects, developers and other stakeholders across global teams. 

• Communicate progress, risks, dependencies and technical topics clearly to both business and technical audiences. 

• Help navigate competing priorities and facilitate pragmatic decisions across business and technical stakeholders 

• Mentor colleagues, share knowledge and contribute to continuous improvement. 

• Progressively take ownership of broader delivery and stakeholder responsibilities based on experience and development. 

About the Team  

The Underwriting Solutions Centre brings together business, underwriting and technical expertise to deliver and continuously improve automated underwriting solutions for our clients globally. 

You will join a collaborative and globally connected team where you can develop both your technical expertise and broader delivery and leadership capabilities. 

About You  

You are a proactive and collaborative professional who enjoys solving technical problems while also seeing the bigger delivery picture. 

You take ownership, communicate confidently and are comfortable working with different stakeholders. You enjoy hands-on technical work but are also interested in developing your capabilities in project delivery, stakeholder management and leadership. 

We are looking for candidates who meet these requirements: 

• Minimum 5 years of relevant professional experience in technology, automation, software delivery or a related field. 

• Experience coordinating projects, workstreams or cross-functional activities, or a demonstrated interest in taking on broader delivery responsibilities 

• Hands-on experience with development, configuration, testing or implementation of technical solutions. 

• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments and understanding of the software development lifecycle. 

• Strong stakeholder management, communication and coordination skills. 

• Demonstrated ability to take ownership and drive work through to completion. 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. 

• Ability to understand technical concepts and work effectively across business and technical teams. 

These are additional nice to haves:  

• Experience with business rules, workflow or automation platforms. 

• Knowledge of JavaScript, Java, SQL or similar technologies. 

• Experience with Magnum or other automated underwriting platforms. 

• Experience with UiPath, RPA, AI or other automation technologies. 

• Experience with JIRA and Agile delivery tools. 

• Relevant Agile, Product Owner or Project Management certification is an advantage 

• Experience mentoring colleagues or taking informal leadership responsibilities. 

• Experience working with globally distributed teams. 

For Slovakia the base salary range for this position is between EUR 2,100 and EUR 3,400 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, 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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About Swiss Re

Swiss Re is one of the world’s leading providers of reinsurance, insurance and other forms of insurance-based risk transfer, working to make the world more resilient. We anticipate and manage a wide variety of risks, from natural catastrophes and climate change to cybercrime. We cover both Property & Casualty and Life & Health. Combining experience with creative thinking and cutting-edge expertise, we create new opportunities and solutions for our clients. This is possible thanks to the collaboration of more than 15,000 employees across the world.

Our success depends on our ability to build an inclusive culture encouraging fresh perspectives and innovative thinking. We embrace a workplace where everyone has equal opportunities to thrive and develop professionally regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, skillset, thought or other characteristics. In our inclusive and flexible environment everyone can bring their authentic selves to work and their passion for sustainability.

If you are an experienced professional returning to the workforce after a career break, we encourage you to apply for open positions that match your skills and experience.

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