Application Engineer II
Location: Hyderabad, TG, IN
Application Engineer II
Are you passionate about building robust backend systems that power global enterprise applications? Join our dynamic team at Swiss Re where you'll have the opportunity to leverage cutting-edge technologies while growing your expertise in a collaborative environment that values innovation and technical excellence!
About the Role
As a Backend Engineer, you'll be at the heart of developing and enhancing our SwiftRe® platform, an Azure Cloud-based application serving a worldwide user base. You'll collaborate with talented professionals in an empowered agile environment where your technical contributions will directly impact our global operations.
Key Responsibilities
Design and develop high-quality backend services using C# and .NET 8 within our Azure Cloud ecosystem
Collaborate with Technical Squad Leads to create efficient solution designs and implement best practices
Build and maintain microservices utilizing both synchronous and asynchronous integration patterns
Work with various Azure Cloud Services including AKS, Cosmos DB, PostgreSQL, and ASB
Ensure all code meets high security and compliance standards required for our global financial services
Integrate with core legacy services across Swiss Re's value chain
Participate actively in agile ceremonies and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
Support the successful delivery of innovative features in our fast-paced environment
About the Team
At Swiss Re, you'll join one of the world's leading providers of reinsurance, insurance, and other forms of insurance-based risk transfer. Our success depends on our ability to build an inclusive culture that encourages fresh perspectives and innovative thinking. You'll be part of a global team of more than 14,000 employees working together to make the world more resilient.
About You
You're a collaborative problem-solver who thrives in dynamic environments and enjoys tackling complex technical challenges. You value continuous learning and bring a growth mindset to your work, understanding that innovation comes from diverse perspectives and teamwork. While we don't expect you to meet 100% of our requirements, your genuine curiosity and passion for software engineering make you an ideal candidate for our team.
We are looking for candidates who meet these requirements:
5+ years of experience with .NET/C# with a focus on transactional enterprise applications
Experience in (micro-) service solution design using synchronous and asynchronous integration patterns
Familiarity with relational and non-relational database technology/concepts
Educational background in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal
These are additional nice to haves:
Experience with Azure Cloud Services, particularly AKS, Cosmos DB, or Azure Service Bus
Knowledge of modern DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines
Familiarity with Angular or frontend technologies for better collaboration with UI teams
Experience working in financial services or insurance industry
Agile methodology experience, particularly in Scrum or Kanban frameworks
Our company has a hybrid work model where the expectation is that you will be in the office at least three days per week
About Swiss Re
Swiss 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. We cover both Property & Casualty and Life & Health. 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.
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.
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.
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