Solution Architect for IT Business Solutions (m/f/d)*

Solution Architect for IT Business Solutions (m/f/d)

Apply for the Solution Architect for IT Business Solutions (m/f/d) role at Munich Re.

Position located in Munich.

Job Summary: The Subsection RI P&C holds worldwide IT account management for Non-Life Reinsurance Underwriting and is responsible for maintenance and development of the Underwriting Platform. We are looking for a Solution Architect focused on the UWPF project to develop and grow the global application landscape for Non-Life Reinsurance Underwriting. The role encompasses solution design, application development, and active representation in the global Architecture Community.

Your Job

• Setting and enforcing architecture principles in alignment with the enterprise architectural plan.
• Supporting the strategic direction of technology investments to assist in developing the enterprise architecture and maximize return on technology investment.
• Creating/defining conceptual architecture for:
  • Business Architecture
  • Solution Architecture (Application Architecture, Data Architecture)
  • Infrastructure Architecture (emphasis on Business and Application Architecture)
• Govern architecture evolution with the project Architecture Roadmap and planning as well as architecture strategies.
• Define, document, communicate and explain Target Solution Architecture and architecture goals to business as well as various other stakeholders and consult during the development of product requirements.
• Requirements analysis for architecture‑driven requirements.
• Quality advocate for architectural qualities like robustness, performance, maintainability and evolvability, including adherence to appropriate standards.
• Feature definition and feature dependency evaluation and presentation in an agile way of working mode.
• Provide guidance during feature scoping, refinement and solution design.
• Technical debt management in terms of IT security and regulatory compliance.
• Awareness and application of external policies and guidelines; resolve security related questions with Security Architecture and jointly establish compliance‑approved solutions.
• Accountability for development, testing and implementation of technology solutions, leveraging existing architectural patterns whenever possible, and reporting on delivery commitments.
• Defining and enforcing development principles and processes.
• Moderate and resolve design conflicts with development process, trade‑off management – escalation instance.

Your Profile

• University degree, preferably in Computer Engineering / IT or similar qualification.
• Several years of experience in software development as a developer and architect, with in‑depth knowledge of the entire software development and product lifecycle.
• Strong analytical and conceptual skills – experience in large business application development projects as Architect or Lead Design Role.
• Experience in large‑scale application and data architecture design and planning, including:
  • Domain‑driven design concepts
  • Large‑scale Data Architectures
  • Architecture analysis and design techniques, modelling and documentation.
• Deep technical knowledge in cloud technologies, especially Microsoft Azure, .NET‑based architectures, web‑based systems, service‑oriented architecture, and balancing alternatives against business and financial constraints.
• Microsoft Technology and Dev Stack including Azure and Azure DevOps; Distributed and Cloud‑Based Architecture; Container concepts and Kubernetes are a plus.
• Consulting and collaborative working style with a willingness to participate in a culture of accountability and sharing.
• High degree of commitment and ability to master a variety of tasks.
• Thought leadership – ability to monitor market trends and drive creative thinking on future technology capabilities that increase business value of Munich Re.
• Fluent spoken and written English.
• Communication skills to translate and explain architecture, trade‑off decisions and organizational matters to stakeholders with or without IT background.
• Experienced in agile ways of working in a highly regulated IT environment – from an architect’s perspective.

Application Instructions

Submit your application through our online applicant portal. Upload your CV and consider writing a cover letter that explains why this position interests you.

About Us

As the world’s leading reinsurance company with more than 11,000 employees across 50+ locations, Munich Re introduces a paradigm shift in how insurance is understood. By turning uncertainty into manageable risk, we enable fundamental change. Join us working on topics that will shape society tomorrow, whether climate change, major construction projects, medical risk assessment or even space travel. We embrace a culture where multi‑skilled teams dare to think big, create new solutions for clients and foster innovation.

Unlock Your Potential

• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion – we embrace differences and believe they foster innovation and resilience.
• Continuous Learning – we value continuous learning as a key differentiator and growth engine.
• Career Mobility – we actively support career mobility with a global presence offering many opportunities.

Rewards & Recognition

• Competitive salary appropriate for your high level of commitment.
• Retirement provision – state‑of‑the‑art in‑house pension solutions.
• Work‑life balance – promoting compatibility of family and work.
• Health management – focus on physical and mental health beyond legal requirements.
• Hybrid working – flexible approach and opportunity to work from abroad occasionally.
• Equal opportunities employer – Munich Re is fair to clients and prioritizes severely disabled candidates if equally qualified.

Münchener Rückversicherungs‑Gesellschaft

David Brengelmann | Talent Acquisition Germany

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Information Technology

Industry: Insurance