Lead DevSecOps Engineer

Seize the opportunity to be at the forefront of digital innovation in the reinsurance sector by joining us as a Lead DevSecOps Engineer for our innovative platform providing quick, efficient, and user-friendly solutions for facultative reinsurance business. 

About the Role

We have an open Lead DevSecOps Engineering position where we need your expertise while you can grow further. 

We are looking for an experienced Engineer who can contribute to our delivery by forming and maintaining a high-quality DevSecOps function.

As a Lead DevSecOps Engineer, you take ownership for the DevSecOps function in an agile setup. This includes:

• Plan and execute infrastructure improvements to guarantee a stable rollout of features together with the feature Squads and architects
• Coordinate and manage the release process, working in collaboration with feature and quality Squads
• Hands-on contribution in analyzing and resolving system instabilities
• Take care of vulnerabilities and coordinate their timely resolution

Our applications are written in Java Spring Boot and .NET/C# leveraging various Azure Cloud Services (e.g., AKS, Cosmos DB, PostgreSQL, ASB). The Backend serves various user specific Frontends written in Angular.

You will work with an Azure Cloud based application that… 

• Has a worldwide user base 
  • Is highly integrated into the full value chain of Swiss Re (including core legacy services) 

• Must fulfill high security and compliance standards 

• Uses state of the art technology stacks 

We work in an agile setup where empowerment of the team is of highest value. 

About You

Nobody is perfect and meets 100% of requirements. If you, however, meet some of the criteria below and are genuinely curious about the world of software engineering, we will be happy to meet you.

If you possess traits and experience that match most of the below, we would love to hear from you:

• Experience in leading DevSecOps activities in agile environments

• 7+ years of proven experience as a DevSecOps Engineer or similar role in software development
• Strong knowledge of software testing methodologies, tools, and processes
• Experience with Azure cloud services, and proficient knowledge in development (Java, C#, Angular), network architecture and security
• Excellent Communication Skills in English, both written and verbal, to effectively interact with the team and stakeholders
• Proactive and collaborative, with a strong sense of ownership and a willingness to go the extra mile to deliver quality solutions

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 14,000 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.