Solution Architect (m/f/d)*

Münchener Rückversicherungs AG; München; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Continuous Learning

Global career mobility

Pension & health management

Job summary

Munich Re, a global leader in reinsurance and risk solutions, seeks an experienced Architect to drive project delivery, product management, and digital transformation across RI Life and Health globally. You will map requirements to system designs, supervise architecture standards, and guide investments in enterprise architecture.

Key focus areas include cloud-based PaaS solutions, REST microservices, and AI/LLM concepts, with collaboration across North/South America, Europe and Asia.

Qualifications

• Degree in computer science or equivalent practical experience.
• Several years of experience designing and delivering large-scale IT solutions as a solution architect, IT architect, or technical lead.
• Strong expertise in cloud architecture, especially PaaS-based solutions, with deep Microsoft Azure knowledge; AWS exposure is a plus.
• Extensive hands-on experience with REST-based microservices and Microsoft .NET development.
• Preferred: working knowledge of Node.js, TypeScript, Cosmos DB, SQL Server, Git, Azure DevOps, and Azure build and deployment scripting.
• Solid understanding of agile software development practices.
• Familiarity with MR platform services such as BDAP, IAP, and Flamingo.
• Strong analytical and conceptual skills; adaptive mindset.

Responsibilities

• Implement technology solutions and map requirements to systems/technical requirements to ensure alignment with the enterprise architectural plan.
• Accountable for detailed component specifications and translating these into detailed designs for implementation.
• Support the strategic direction of technology investments to help develop the enterprise architecture and maximizing the return on technology investment.
• Oversee adherence to appropriate standards (performance, monitor capability, audit acceptability, and secure environment). Guiding solutions through the appointed Architecture Review Board, as required.
• Achieve the balance between functional, service quality and systems management requirements.
• Communicate architecture goals to business and consulting during the development of product requirements.
• Stakeholder management and collaboration.
• Analyze and design domain, application or application architectures in alignment with IT enterprise architecture standards and patterns.

Skills

Cloud architecture (PaaS)

Azure expertise

REST-based microservices

.NET development

Agile methodologies

AI/LLM concepts

Architectural communication

Education

Degree in computer science or equivalent

Tools

Node.js

TypeScript

Cosmos DB

SQL Server

Git

Azure DevOps

Azure scripting

Job description

Munich Re is one of the world's leading providers of reinsurance, primary insurance and insurance-related risk solutions. The group consists of the reinsurance and ERGO business segments, as well as the capital investment company MEAG. We are globally active and operate in all lines of the insurance business.

Since our founding in 1880, we've been known for our unrivaled risk-related expertise and sound financial position. We offer customers financial protection when faced with exceptional levels of damage - from the 1906 San Francisco earthquake to the 2017 Atlantic hurricane season. We possess outstanding innovative strength, which enables us to also provide coverage for extraordinary risks such as rocket launches, renewable energies, cyber attacks, or pandemics.

We're also playing a key role in driving forward the digital transformation of the insurance industry, and in doing so have further expanded our ability to assess risks and the range of services that we offer. Our tailor-made solutions and close proximity to our customers make Munich Re one of the world's most sought-after risk partners for businesses, institutions, and private individuals.

Our corporate culture is defined by performance, mutual respect and trust. All this makes us an attractive employer providing global career development opportunities and prospects.

This role will be part of the Re Insurance Life and Health Tower for Group Technology, responsible for driving project delivery, product management, and digital transformation across the RI Life and Health business units globally. The Tower ensures business needs are met while maintaining the stability, compliance, and security of applications, and supports data-driven, automation, and digital initiatives. By leveraging technologies like data analytics and AI, the Tower develops innovative solutions for both client-facing and internal operations across North and South America, Europe, and Asia.

Your Job

• Implement technology solutions and map requirements to systems/technical requirements to ensure alignment with the enterprise architectural plan.
• Accountable for detailed component specifications and translating these into detailed designs for implementation.
• Support the strategic direction of technology investments to help develop the enterprise architecture and maximizing the return on technology investment.
• Oversee the adherence to appropriate standards (performance, monitor capability, audit acceptability, and secure environment). Guiding solutions through the appointed Architecture Review Board, as required.
• Achieve the balance between functional, service quality and systems management requirements.
• Communicate architecture goals to business and consulting during the development of product requirements.
• Stakeholder management and collaboration.
• Analyze and design domain, application or application architectures in alignment with IT enterprise architecture standards and patterns.

Your Profile

• Degree in computer science or equivalent practical experience, with strong overall IT skills.
• Several years of experience designing and delivering large-scale IT solutions as a solution architect, IT architect, or technical lead.
• Strong expertise in cloud architecture, especially PaaS-based solutions, with deep Microsoft Azure knowledge; AWS exposure is a plus.
• Extensive hands‑on experience with REST-based microservices and Microsoft .NET development.
• Preferred: working knowledge of Node.js, TypeScript, Cosmos DB, SQL Server, Git, Azure DevOps, and Azure build and deployment scripting.
• Solid understanding of agile software development practices and methodologies.
• Familiarity with core LLM concepts and AI technologies, including Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) and AI databases.
• Knowledge of MR platform services such as BDAP, IAP, and Flamingo.
• Strong analytical and conceptual skills, with the ability to communicate complex topics clearly and precisely.
• Adaptive mindset, with the ability to quickly learn new technologies, adjust architectural approaches, and make sound design decisions in evolving environments.
• Preferred: experience in the (re)insurance industry, ideally including underwriting or claims systems.
• Preferred: knowledge of MR IT standards and architectural patterns.

About us

As the world's leading reinsurance company with more than 16,000 employees at over 50 locations, Munich Re introduces a paradigm shift in the way you think about insurance. By turning uncertainty into a manageable risk we enable fundamental change. Join us working on topics today that will concern society tomorrow, whether that be climate change, major construction projects, medical risk assessment or even space travel.

Together we embrace a culture where multiskilled teams dare to think big. We create the new and the different for our clients and cultivate innovation.

Sounds like you? Push boundaries with us and be part of Munich Re.

Our employees are our greatest strength. That's why we offer them a wide range of benefits. You can find some examples below.

Unlock your potential

• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: we embrace the power of differences and are convinced that diversity fosters innovation and resilience and enables us to act braver and better.
• Continuous Learning: we believe that continuous learning is a key differentiator and critical for building new skills and accelerating growth.
• Career Mobility: we actively support career mobility, and our strong global and regional presence offers a wealth of career growth opportunities for you.

Rewards & Recognition

• Competitive salary: appropriate compensation for your high level of commitment.
• Retirement provision: state of the art in‑house pension solutions.
• Work-life balance: promoting the compatibility of family and work in addition to overall work-life balance.
• Health management: focus on your physical and mental health far beyond legal requirements.
• Hybrid working: living the best of both worlds - we offer you a very flexible approach as well as the opportunity to work from abroad on an occasional basis.

Munich Re not only stands for fairness with regard to its clients; it is also an equal opportunities employer. Severely disabled candidates will also be prioritized, if equally qualified.