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simplesurance is a leading insurtech company specializing in the seamless integration of innovative insurance technology into the digital workflows of business partners across diverse industries. Founded in 2012 and part of Allianz since 2022, simplesurance plays a pivotal role in enhancing customer experiences in fast growing ecosystems like banking, automotive, e-commerce, and travel.
An international team of over 350 technology experts from more than 30 countries develops scalable B2B and B2C solutions — ranging from robust APIs to fully integrated service portals and customer-facing platforms.
With its headquarters in Berlin and teams across Munich, Paris, Lisbon, Dubai, and Beirut, simplesurance is driving the global transformation of digital insurance solutions.
About the Job
We're looking for a Software Architect to join our team and make a real impact! You'll contribute to cutting-edge projects that are shaping the future of our company and the industry.
Be responsible for defining and maintaining the high-level structure of software systems to ensure alignment with business goals, technical requirements, and long-term scalability. This role involves evaluating and selecting appropriate technologies in line with Allianz Partners' standards, designing system architecture, and providing guidance to development teams throughout the software lifecycle. The Architect collaborates closely with the CTO as well as the respective Domain leads to ensure a consistent and robust solution to meet the simplesurance business strategy and objectives. This position plays a critical role in setting technical direction, promoting best practices, and ensuring the architectural integrity of products and platforms.
At simplesurance, we don't just embrace change – we drive it. With a strong commitment to innovation, resilience, and growth, we continuously challenge the status quo while having fun along the way, true to our motto: "Never Stop Playing".
As a Software Architect at simplesurance, you'll experience firsthand how technology and innovation work to fuel our growth.
We invite you to check out some of the tools and projects that drive our work:
- TechShare: See the tools we use to power our business.
- GitHub Repository: Explore our open-source projects.
- Integration Overview: Get a look at how our integrations work.
Stay updated with our latest news on LinkedIn.
Key Responsibilities
- System Architecture: Design a scalable and secure software architecture that aligns with business goals and supports long-term growth.
- Tech Leadership: Evaluate and select appropriate technologies to ensure system efficiency, maintainability, future-proofing and compliance, including internal corporate standards.
- Cross-Team Collaboration: Coordinate closely with delivery teams to keep everyone aligned and on track.
- Problem Solver: Tackle technical issues as they arise and come up with smart, effective solutions.
- Hands-on Development: Participate actively in coding, code reviews, and debugging to maintain high standards and quality.
- Clear Documentation: Keep track of design choices, architecture, and progress to ensure everything is well documented and traceable.
Bring to the Team
- Solid background in software development, including architectural role.
- Proven experience designing distributed systems, APIs, and cloud-native applications.
- Knowledge of security, scalability, and performance optimization best practices.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Adaptability to fast-moving environments and ability to shift gears when priorities change.
Even if you don't check all the boxes, we are happy to receive your CV.
What We Offer
At simplesurance, you will get an all-round feel-good package including:
- Flexible Benefits: Choose from a free "Deutschland ticket" or a subsidy for Internet usage.
- Work-Life Balance: A hybrid environment that fosters flexibility, and an accessible working-from-abroad policy of up to 25 days per year.
- Time to Recharge: 28 vacation days a year, plus full paid time off for Christmas and New Year's Eve, giving you the time to relax and celebrate.
- Financial Growth: Allianz shares guided by our investment policy and an exceptional company-supported pension plan.
- Sabbatical Programme: After your first year at simplesurance, you're entitled to take a sabbatical leave of up to 2 months.
- Continuous Learning: Access our Degreed platform, offering a range of learning and development opportunities to grow your skills and career.
- Referral Programme: An attractive referral program to reward you for recommending talented people to our team.
- JobRad leasing made easy: Save up to 40% on your dream bike – with insurance and checkups sponsored by simplesurance.
- Team Spirit: Join us for fantastic team events such as our Summer and Winter Parties and monthly in-office events with delicious food and an awesome atmosphere!
- Culture of Growth: We have an open feedback culture and a solution-oriented environment, with an amazing and caring team dedicated to growth and improvement.
- Explore Our HQ: Conveniently located in the heart of Berlin, our headquarters offers easy access via U-Bahn and S-Bahn.
Curious to know more? - Check out what else we offer here.
For Your Application
No matter your background, we encourage you to fill out the application and send over your portfolio. At simplesurance, we are committed to providing equal opportunities to all. If you have any questions or need assistance, don't hesitate to reach out, we're here to help! Just send us an email at [email protected], and our awesome Talent Manager, Débora, will take care of your application.
