Engineering Manager

Bratislava, Bratislavský kraj
Trvalý pracovný pomer
Plný úväzok

Pred 1 mesiacom

About the RoleOur teams are at the forefront of delivering innovative solutions to support underwriters in the reinsurance industry and our corporate clients. We develop robust applications and analytical products that address a broad spectrum of topics, including contract wording, pricing, and costing services.We are seeking results-driven and technically proficient Engineering Managers to lead cross-functional teams comprising backend, frontend, quality assurance, and infrastructure engineers. These teams are responsible for building scalable, cloud-native systems leveraging Java and TypeScript, with a strong emphasis on performance, reliability, and maintainability.Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, a related field, or equivalent practical experience
5+ years of experience with software development in one or more programming languages, with at least 2 years in a people leadership role
3 years of experience designing, analysing and troubleshooting reliable, resilient and secure systems
A passion for mentoring and developing engineering talent
Ability to attract talent by setting the standard for excellence
Excellent problem-solving abilities and a strategic mindset
Strong communication skills with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications:

Knowledge of cloud-based architectures
Knowledge of cloud platforms such as Azure
Experience managing hybrid or remote engineering teams
Knowledge of event-driven architecture (Kafka, Pub/Sub) and reactive systems

Responsibilities:Team Leadership & Culture

Lead, coach and grow a high-performing engineering team
Foster a culture of ownership, continuous improvement and innovation
Facilitate open communication and regular feedback loops within the team

Technical Strategy & Execution

Guide the team in designing and building cloud-native applications using Java and TypeScript
Ensure adherence to best practices in microservices architecture, CI/CD, observability, and testing
Support architecture reviews, code quality, and design patterns aligned with modern cloud systems
Stay abreast of industry trends in cloud platforms, frameworks, and development tools

Project Delivery & Agile Practices

Own the end-to-end software delivery lifecycle: planning, development, testing, and release
Collaborate with product managers, architects, and UX designers to refine requirements and priorities
Apply agile methodologies to deliver incremental value and adaptive planning

Recruiting, Development & Performance

Hire and onboard top engineering talent
Set goals, and support growth plans for individual team members
Perform performance reviews and provide mentorship to foster career development

Interview Process:Our interview process is designed to evaluate both your technical skills and your leadership qualities. It includes several stages: * Leadership interview

Coding interview
System design interview

For Slovakia the base salary range for this position is between [EUR 3,800] and [EUR 6,300] 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.About Swiss ReSwiss 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. 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.Keywords:
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