Senior Java Software Engineer (all genders) - Lisbon, Portugal

Your platform for simple access to insurance

simplesurance, founded in 2012 and part of Allianz since 2022, is a pioneering Insurtech leader. Our embedded insurance & service solutions revolutionize and secure customer experiences across diverse industries, including bancassurance, automotive, e-commerce, travel, and cyber. 

More than 250 tech professionals from 30+ nations drive the vision to become the global connectivity player, leveraging our B2B & B2C solutions alongside our Customer Facing Platforms and Service Portals - amongst others. Simplesurance operates across multiple locations, with headquarters in Berlin and teams in Munich, Paris, Lisbon, Tokyo, and Mumbai. Together, we are shaping the future of insurance technology on a global scale.

 

About the Job

We’re looking for a Senior Java Software Engineer 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. While coding will make up around 20–30% of your time, the role goes beyond writing code, you’ll be configuring services and proxies, reviewing code, and working on infrastructure to ensure our systems run smoothly and efficiently.

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 Senior Java Software Engineer 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

• Drive technical excellence by leading architecture design, making strategic tech decisions, and ensuring high code quality through reviews and refactoring.
• Mentor and support the team by providing guidance, sharing knowledge, and fostering continuous improvement and collaboration within the development team.
• Own the full development lifecycle, from implementing new features and writing tests to monitoring services, deploying across environments, and ensuring post-release stability.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Product Owners, QA, and stakeholders to align development with business goals and manage risks effectively.
• Play a key role in team growth, supporting onboarding processes and participating in technical interviews to build and strengthen the team.

Bring to the Team

• Deep expertise in Java (modern versions), Spring Framework, and microservices architecture, with solid knowledge of RESTful API design principles.
• Hands-on experience with AWS, messaging systems (Kafka, MQ), and API testing tools like Postman.
• Proficient in monitoring and observability tools such as Grafana and Kibana, ensuring service reliability in production. 
• Strong foundation in software architecture, system design, and microservices best practices, with the ability to align technical vision across teams.

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:

• 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.
• 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.
• Health Insurance Assistance: We offer support to help with your health insurance needs.
• Referral Programme: An attractive referral program to reward you for recommending talented people to our team.
• Team Spirit: Join us for fantastic hybrid team events!
• 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 Lisbon Hub: For those based in Lisbon, our hub is located just a 10-minute walk from the Alvalade subway station.

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 jobs@simplesurance.de, and our awesome Talent Manager, Débora, will take care of your application.

 

„Never stop playing!”