ppAt iptiQ by Swiss Re, we are building the next generation of digital life and health insurance. Our engineering teams are driving innovation across large-scale, cloud-native platforms that power millions of customer interactions. We blend modern software engineering with deep industry expertise to create solutions that are accessible, reliable, and user-centric. Our technology extends well beyond traditional insurance and encompasses data-intensive systems, modern architectures, digital health solutions, advanced analytics, and secure, high-performance services. /ph3About the role /h3pAs a strongLead Software Engineer /strong, you will take ownership of significant cross-domain initiatives, influence architectural direction, and guide engineering teams through complex technical challenges. You will partner closely with Senior Engineering Managers (SEMs), architects, and cross-functional leads to plan and deliver large, strategic programs. /ppYou will also serve as a technical role model—driving high-quality engineering practices, ensuring robust delivery forecasting, and elevating the technical maturity of your domain. /ppOur cloud-native, multi-tenant SaaS platform runs on AWS. We use Kotlin, Java, SpringBoot, Docker, Kubernetes, Apache Kafka, MongoDB, and PostgreSQL on the backend, and ReactJS and TypeScript on the frontend. Our continuous delivery pipeline leverages GitLab. We are using Prometheus, ElasticSearch, Kibana and Grafana as our logging and monitoring stack. /ph3Our mission /h3piptiQ is not just an insurance company; we are at the forefront of integrating technology into the life and health insurance space. We employ people with diverse technical backgrounds who are eager to solve some of the industry's most complex problems and make a lasting impact on our customers globally. At iptiQ, you'll not only be a part of transforming the insurance industry but also work on large-scale applications and new platforms that redefine how insurance products are developed and delivered. From revolutionizing underwriting processes to creating user‑centric digital health tools, our engineers are at the heart of iptiQ's mission to transform the world of insurance. /ph3Ideal Candidate: /h3pWe are looking for someone who:



/pulliHas strong technical depth in several components of our stack, with proven ability to lead complex engineering efforts. /liliOperates with ownership and accountability over domain-quality and cross-domain delivery. /liliHas an entrepreneurial mindset, continuously seeks improvement, and motivates teams through influence rather than authority. /liliDemonstrates exceptional collaboration skills across engineering, product, architecture, and operations. /liliActs as a mentor and technical leader for engineers across multiple teams. /li /ulh3Key Responsibilities: /h3ulliDrive and deliver strongmulti‑quarter, cross‑domain initiatives /strong and support SEMs with planning, estimation accuracy, and technical alignment. /liliLead strongtechnical grooming /strong for complex, cross‑domain features and guide story preparation for small to medium domain work. /liliShape and communicate technical proposals (RFCs) and guide them through CTO‑level decision‑making. /liliAct as a strongdomain expert /strong, providing guidance on architectural decisions and integration impacts. /liliIndependently design and develop high‑quality features while continuously improving domain quality (logging, error handling, documentation, API clarity). /liliMaintain strong engineering discipline by following DoR/DoD, avoiding unaligned refactoring, and ensuring clear, maintainable documentation. /liliAchieve high delivery predictability (90–100% estimation accuracy) and effectively manage unplanned work within planned capacity. /liliMentor and support engineers across teams, elevating technical capabilities and cross‑domain collaboration. /li /ulh3What We Offer:



/h3ulliA supportive and collaborative team environment /liliOpportunity to work on cutting‑edge technologies /liliProfessional growth and learning opportunities /liliFlexible working time and location /li /ulpFor Spain, the strongbase salary range /strong for this position is between EUR 60,000 and EUR 100,000 (for a full‑time role). The specific salary offered considers: /pullithe requirements, scope, complexity and responsibilities of the role, /lilithe applicant's own profile including education/qualifications, expertise, specialisation, skills and experience. /li /ulpIn 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 integral and location specific benefits. /ppEligibility may vary depending on the terms of Swiss Re policies and your employment contract. /pp#LI‑Hybrid /ppstrongAbout Swiss Re /strong /ppSwiss 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.br/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.br/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. /ppstrongKeywords: /strongbr/strongReference Code: /strong /ph3Make an impact /h3pStart your career journey with Swiss Re. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Lead Software Engineer, Madrid (M, ES)
🏢 Swiss Re - Schweizerische Rückversicherungs-Gesellschaft
📍 Madrid