We Are Waiting for You

Hi there!

I am Angie 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 very collaborative and innovative. You get the chance to work with and learn some of the most knowledge professionals in their fields.  Now, I can't wait to share this exciting journey with you at Zurich!

First off 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.

Our opportunity

The Solution Architect for Cloud Applications is This role defines and governs standards for Zurich’s SAP cloud solutions and integrations. It supports SAP systems in the whole Zurich Insurance Group

As a Solution Architect for Cloud Applications, you will play a key role in defining and governing the standards for Zurich’s SAP cloud solutions and integrations. Acting as a trusted advisor to both business and IT, you will provide clear technology and process direction to Zurich stakeholders. You will serve as the architectural lead for SAP Cloud solutions and applications (BTP, Business AI, BDC…), supporting SAP systems across the entire Zurich organization.

In this role, you will align SAP cloud strategies and roadmaps with Zurich’s business needs, ensuring our technology solutions are robust, future-ready, and compliant with industry best practices. You will also be responsible for the technical validation of supplier solutions, making sure they adhere to Zurich’s technology standards. Your expertise in SAP Cloud capabilities and your understanding of evolving SAP strategies will enable you to guide the development and integration of SAP cloud solutions, helping Zurich create a brighter, more agile future together.

What Can You Expect?

As a Solution Architect for Cloud Applications your main responsibilities will involve

• Define and Govern SAP Cloud Standards
  Develop, implement, and maintain architecture standards and best practices for SAP cloud applications and integrations across Zurich. Provide expert guidance to business and IT stakeholders, helping them make informed technology and process decisions that support Zurich’s strategy.

• Align SAP Strategy with Business Needs
  Analyse SAP Cloud solutions and SAP BTP product roadmaps and align them with Zurich’s current and future business requirements, ensuring solutions are scalable and future-ready.

• Lead Solution Design for SAP BTP
  Design and oversee cloud solutions based on SAP Cloud solutions and/or SAP BTP, ensuring they are robust, secure, and meet Zurich’s quality standards. Maintain a thorough understanding of available technology, tools, innovations, and existing designs, and assess their impact and dependencies on the applications involved.
• Validate Supplier Solutions
  Perform technical assessments and validations of proposed supplier solutions, making sure they comply with Zurich’s technology standards and architecture principles.

• Support SAP System Integrations
  Guide the integration of SAP systems within Zurich’s technology landscape, ensuring seamless connectivity and interoperability between SAP and non-SAP solutions, across both cloud and on-premise environments.

• Foster Collaboration and Knowledge Sharing
  Promote best practices, share knowledge, and collaborate with other architects, IT teams, and business stakeholders across Zurich.

• Monitor Technology Trends
  Stay up-to-date with developments in SAP Cloud applications and cloud technologies, proactively recommending improvements and innovations for Zurich.

The position will work with the development team, functional business analysts, and the business to ensure the overall quality of the technical environment in the SAP landscape.

This position will work with and lead internal and external team resources in SAP cross applications related work, establish and ensure adherence to Zurich standards, processes and procedures.

Essential Job Functions

• Collaborate with teams to bring technical innovation, such as

• • Usage of AI
  • Creation and usage of API’s for business scenarios
  • Exploration and usage of SAP BTP  Services and SAP Cloud Platform Integration
  • Exploration and usage of SAP Cloud products like SAP Business AI, SAP Business Data Cloud, 
  • Non-SAP Cloud Service usage and integration with our services

with the overall objective to continues improve our process and services, simplify, further digitalize and operate at scale

• Architectural guidance and active engaged definition and constant development of our technology strategy
• Engage with other colleges with the wider team to drive innovation, share knowledge and support each other.
• Develop and promote technical design standards, best practices, guidelines, and procedures
• Collaborate across the organization, as well with our partners

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!

Technical Skills

• Deep expertise in SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP), including its architecture, services, and integration capabilities
• Strong knowledge of SAP cloud solutions and applications, cloud-native design, and multi-system SAP environments
• Experience with SAP and non-SAP system integration (cloud and on-premise)
• Understanding of cloud platforms (e.g., Azure, AWS) and modern integration technologies (APIs, microservices, etc.)
• Awareness of security, risk, and compliance requirements for enterprise cloud solutions

Professional Skills

• Passion for continuous learning and innovation; actively seeks out new technologies, and is eager to experiment and validate ideas by running multiple Proofs of Concept (PoCs)

• Ability to define and govern architectural standards and technology roadmaps
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess complex technical scenarios and recommend effective solutions
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills—able to explain complex concepts in simple terms to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Proven ability to act as a trusted advisor, providing clear direction and building consensus among diverse stakeholders
• Collaboration and teamwork mindset, promoting knowledge sharing and cross-functional cooperation

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field
• Relevant SAP certifications (e.g., SAP Certified Technology Associate, SAP BTP certifications) are highly desirable
• 5-10 years of experience in solution design, ideally with a focus on SAP cloud technologies and integrations
• Demonstrated hands-on involvement in SAP solution implementation, not just theoretical design
• Experience working in large, complex, and global organizations is an advantage
• Fluent in English

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.

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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.

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