(Senior) Solution Architect

About Us: Driving Insurance Digitalization

Recognized as "One of the most innovative companies in Germany" by institutions like Capital and Brand Eins, we are the digitalization engine for the insurance industry. We specialize in developing automated communication and networking solutions that ensure the future viability of our clients' business models.

Our mission is centered on creating utility and maximizing customer value, fostering a reliable and appreciative work environment.

Key Responsibilities: Solution Architecture & Product Strategy

• Concept and Product Development: Collaborate with Business Analysis to define new product concepts or enhance existing offerings, covering individual client projects, SaaS products, and internal modernization initiatives.
• Design comprehensive solution strategies, evaluating potential impacts, risks, and issues to facilitate informed decision-making. Ensure solutions align seamlessly with existing corporate structures, balancing customer satisfaction and strategic objectives.
• Technical Project Planning: Develop detailed technical solution designs following functional planning for IT implementation. Propose and challenge software architecture recommendations with the IT team.
• Evaluate proposed technical implementations against strategic and operational target states. Prepare and lead technical kickoffs to align all IT project participants.
• Project Execution and Consulting: Define project milestones and intermediate steps for large projects in coordination with Project Management.
• Create necessary Epics and User Stories, supporting the IT team during final refinement stages. Act as a consultant, addressing technical questions and issues for both IT and Project Management.
• Analyze and coordinate stakeholder needs, balancing requirements during necessary project deviations.
• Communication and Technical Support: Serve as the primary technical point of contact for customers and internal stakeholders, bridging communication between business requirements and IT implementation.
• Ensure appropriate communication of technical subjects and departmental needs across functional areas.
• Manage technical 2nd Level Support and communicate 3rd Level Support outcomes back to the customer as required.
• Documentation: Produce comprehensive technical project documentation and architecture diagrams, including documentation for customer projects.

Required Skills & Experience

• Professional Background: Completed degree in (Business) Informatics or equivalent training, coupled with several years of relevant professional experience.
• Industry Expertise: Deep knowledge of the Financial or Insurance sector, including specific requirements and processes. Familiarity with established industry standards such as BiPRO or GDV is advantageous.
• Technical Architecture Expertise: Proven experience (several years) in the design, mapping, and testing of web services and web service-oriented system architectures.
• Analytical and Conceptual Strength: Exceptional ability to analyze complex situations and develop high-quality concepts.
• Stakeholder Communication: Confidence in interacting with diverse stakeholders and effectively communicating complex technical matters in an understandable way.
• Work Ethic: Highly independent, proactive, and capable of quickly mastering new subject areas.
• Development Knowledge (Ideal): Solid experience with PHP, PHP frameworks (e.g., Symfony, Laravel, Slim), MySQL database administration, SOAP Web Services, and JSON APIs.

What We Offer

• Flexible Work Model: Choose your preferred work style: fully remote, on-site, or hybrid.
• Career Growth: Access to professional and personal development and training opportunities across various fields.
• Innovative Environment: Work in a creative, modern, and fast-paced environment that prioritizes efficiency, quality, and innovation in product development and digitalization.
• Dynamic and Supportive Team: Join a dedicated and motivated team where fairness, openness, and mutual support are highly valued for collaborative problem-solving and growth.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Access to occupational provision, including company health insurance and company pension schemes.

About blau direkt GmbH

We are a leading technology provider specializing in the independent brokerage of insurance and financial assets. For over 25 years, we have set standards in digitalization and process optimization, offering one of the industry's most powerful platforms that accelerates the growth of brokerage firms significantly above the market average.

With approximately 300 employees, we foster an agile culture where cross-functional thinking, mutual support, and innovation are key. Join us if you are passionate about driving real change in a traditional industry.