Insurance Product Engineer

We Are Waiting for You 

Hi there!

I am Laura, the recruiter for this position. Nice to meet you!

First, a little bit about what I like the most about working at Zurich Technology Delivery Center: The environment here is incredibly collaborative and innovative. Our tech-driven mindset fosters continuous learning and growth, creating an atmosphere where everyone can thrive.  Now, I can't wait to share this exciting journey with you at Zurich!

First of all, THANK YOU for considering our company. We understand that finding the right opportunity can be tough, but I’ll try to make it easier.

Who Are We?

Let me introduce us. You’re reading about Zurich Insurance Group, a global leader in insurance, but this role specifically pertains to our Technology Delivery Center (TDC). Established in Barcelona in 2006, the TDC operates as an integral part of Zurich Insurance Group, providing cutting-edge technological solutions and support to Zurich's local and global business units.

In essence, Zurich TDC is where technology meets the vast reach of a multinational company. We specialize in areas such as software development, data analytics, cybersecurity, and IT infrastructure. Our primary mission is to support Zurich's strategic goals and enhance operational efficiency through innovative technology solutions.

If you're considering a role with us, know that you'll be joining a hub of technological excellence dedicated to driving Zurich's success on a global scale.

What Can You Expect?

At Zurich we are proud of our ability to help protect complex international and domestic businesses to our customers. We have an exciting opportunity for a Product Engineer to join the Business Change & Engineering team. In this role you will develop new insurance product propositions for a multi‑year transformation program across our European Commercial Insurance markets

The Business Change & Engineering team drives business transformation through the standardization, simplification and automation of business processes in our Business Units and Corporate Functions. As a Product Engineer you work closely with Underwriting, Pricing, IT and the wider program team to turn strategy into scalable solutions.

And you might be thinking: This is great, what will my day-to-day be like, at TDC? I’m glad you asked. 

Key Accountabilities

Product Development and Enhancement:

• Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to design, develop, test, and maintain new insurance products, utilising logical mapping tools such as Xmind to model products with underwriting.
• Gather and assess feedback from customers and stakeholders—such as Underwriting, Sales, and Claims—to identify customer and product requirements as well as opportunities for improvement.
• Facilitate change management during the introduction of new products to the business, with consideration for intelligent product design and opportunities for simplification.
• Collaborate within the product and pricing team to prioritise, plan, and execute initiatives, evaluate usability, and ensure readiness for business implementation.

Technical and Strategic Contributions:

• Develop structured product models tailored to flow business within the Lower Middle Market customer segment.
• Configure products using Xmind and Advanced Product Designer, with Guidewire selected as the supporting technology suite.
• Conduct comprehensive analyses of competitors’ products and pricing strategies to inform market positioning. Maintain current knowledge of industry trends and product lines, particularly relevant to the seven identified markets.

What Makes You a Great Fit?

While we’re not seeking perfection or expecting you to save the world, we believe that if you meet some of these requirements, you’ll be a fantastic fit for our team. We are waiting for you!

Required:

• Bachelors Degree and 2 or more years of experience in the Product Development area
• OR High School Diploma or Equivalent and strong experience in the Product Development area
• AND Knowledge of property, casualty, and specialty insurance underwriting
• Familiarity with the underwriting function, including guidelines, practices, and standard controls or governance

Preferred:

• Possess 3–5 years of experience within Product Development.
• Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of sales and distribution channels, including agents, brokers, facilities, MGAs, and affinity partners.
• Exhibit working knowledge of insurance software packages, particularly Guidewire, as well as familiarity with Xmind and Guidewire’s Advanced Product Designer Suite (APD).
• Ability to cultivate and maintain collaborative professional relationships.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven project management and time management abilities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Demonstrated expertise in change management.

And… What Makes Us Special?

As well as a competitive salary and a yearly bonus, we offer:

• To support your work-life balance, we have adopted a flexible working model.
•  Option to work abroad up to 25 days yearly.
• Over 300 euros to set up your home office and additional monthly home office allowance.
• Wide range of internal and external trainings, including English, German and Spanish classes depending on the needs.
• Ticket restaurant and Health Insurance with the flexibility to exchange it for other benefits.
• Life and accident insurance.
• Collective Life retirement Plan
• 2000 referral bonus if you bring other talented people like you to the company.
• Special banking and insurance conditions plus Exclusive Employees discounts 
• Functional diversity benefits 
• Stock options and mortgage benefits.

Where Are We Located?

Barcelona, Poblenou.

We Are Waiting for You.

Can you see yourself in this role? Don’t wait any longer! Apply by sending your CV in English.

If not, no worries! We’ll meet again in the future. Feel free to share my contact details with anyone you think would be a great fit.

At Zurich, we are an equal opportunity employer. We attract and retain the best-qualified individuals available, regardless of race/ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, or disability.

Zurich Technology Delivery Center – Your Talent, Our Strength

Why Zurich

At Zurich, we like to think outside the box and challenge the status quo. We take an optimistic approach by focusing on the positives and constantly asking What can go right? 

We are an equal opportunity employer who knows that each employee is unique - that’s what makes our team so great! 
Join us as we constantly explore new ways to protect our customers and the planet.
 

• Location(s):  ES - Barcelona 
• Remote working: Hybrid
• Schedule: Full Time
• Recruiter name: Laura Santamaría Rodríguez