P&C Solution Architect (All Guidewire Centers & Zurich Solutions) (m/f/d)

Zurich Insurance; Zürich; On-site; CHF 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Zurich is seeking a Solution Architect to shape the end-to-end design across Guidewire Centers (PolicyCenter, BillingCenter, Jutro Digital Platform) and Zurich Solutions in our ICT Transformation group in Switzerland.

You will ensure architectural consistency, drive technical decisions in collaboration with Enterprise Architecture, Security and delivery teams, and translate business requirements into robust architectures that align with ASD42 standards.

Qualifications

• A degree in Computer Science, Business Informatics or comparable qualification.
• Several years of experience as a Solution Architect in an agile insurance environment.
• Proven, hands-on experience with Guidewire systems (PolicyCenter, BillingCenter, Jutro Digital Platform, Integration Gateway) and their integration into complex IT architectures.
• Solid expertise in integration architectures, API design, cloud technologies (Azure and/or AWS) and common architecture frameworks (arc42/ASD42, TOGAF).
• Strong analytical and conceptual skills, with a structured, decisive way of working and the ability to communicate technical topics to different audiences.
• Very good command of English and/or German (C1/C2 level).

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of the end-to-end solution design across all Guidewire Centers (Jutro Digital Platform, PolicyCenter, BillingCenter) and adjacent Zurich Solutions
• Ensure architectural consistency and compliance with Zurich's architecture standards (e.g. ASD42) across the entire solution stack
• Evaluate solution alternatives and make well-founded technical decisions in close collaboration with Enterprise Architecture, Security and delivery teams
• Translate complex business requirements into end-to-end solution designs and guide them from concept to successful implementation
• Act as the central point of contact for architectural topics, working closely with Product Owners, Business Analysts, development teams and external partners

Skills

Solution architecture

Agile insurance domain

Analytical skills

Communication skills

English and German

Education

Degree in Computer Science or Business Informatics

Tools

Guidewire systems

Azure

AWS

Integration Gateway

Job description

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Are you inspired by the idea of shaping the technological future of Zurich and setting the architectural direction for one of our most important strategic initiatives? Do you enjoy navigating complex solution landscapes and designing robust, future-proof architectures? Then this is the right place for you!

In this role, you will be part of the Information & Technology business unit within P&C Transformation and actively help shape the continued development of Zurich Switzerland.

Become part of the most important strategic P&C initiative, where future products, processes and technologies are being built. As a Solution Architect, you take on a key role in the end-to-end solution design across all Guidewire Centers (Jutro Digital Platform, PolicyCenter, BillingCenter) as well as adjacent Zurich Solutions. You ensure architectural consistency, drive sound technical decision-making, and make sure our solutions comply with Zurich's architecture standards (e.g. ASD42).

What you can expect

• Take ownership of the end-to-end solution design across all Guidewire Centers (Jutro Digital Platform, PolicyCenter, BillingCenter) and adjacent Zurich Solutions
• Ensure architectural consistency and compliance with Zurich's architecture standards (e.g. ASD42) across the entire solution stack
• Evaluate solution alternatives and make well-founded technical decisions in close collaboration with Enterprise Architecture, Security and delivery teams
• Translate complex business requirements into end-to-end solution designs and guide them from concept to successful implementation
• Act as the central point of contact for architectural topics, working closely with Product Owners, Business Analysts, development teams and external partners

What makes you stand out

• A degree in Computer Science, Business Informatics or a comparable qualification, combined with several years of experience as a Solution Architect in an agile insurance environment
• Proven, hands-on experience with Guidewire systems (PolicyCenter, BillingCenter, Jutro Digital Platform, Integration Gateway) and their integration into complex IT architectures – ideally at an international insurer such as Zurich
• Solid expertise in integration architectures, API design, cloud technologies (Azure and/or AWS) and common architecture frameworks (e.g. arc42/ASD42, TOGAF)
• Strong analytical and conceptual skills, paired with a structured, decisive way of working and the ability to communicate technical topics to different audiences
• Very good command of English and/or German (C1/C2 level)

Start date: From 01.12.2026 or by agreement

Travel: None

Hybrid working: Up to 40%

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