IT Tech Lead with German

About Sollers Consulting:

Sollers Consulting is more than a consultancy and software integrator. As a company founded in 2000, our mission has been to transform the financial & insurance industries by helping them adapt to new technologies.

The power of collaboration and the limitless potential of Sollers people are at the root of our success. We strive to be the best at what we do, both in the eyes of our team and our customers. We put people at the heart of every project.

Join us and make Sollers be driven by… you!

About Software Development at Sollers:

Versatility is the keyword when it comes to what we do in IT. Development is just the beginning of a long journey where we get familiar with business, processes, and architecture. But at the end of the day, the result is always the same: a ready-to-use solution used by everyone around us.

As a Sollers developer, you’ll have the opportunity to continuously expand your skill set, navigate complex challenges, and contribute to the creation of solutions that empower businesses and individuals alike.

About the role. You will:

• Lead the design of IT solutions, taking into account architecture and its constraints.
• Implement and customize Guidewire core insurance system, working with alternative JVM language.
• Serve as a reliable advisor and “sparring partner” for our clients.
• Independently lead a project team, ensuring the timely completion of tasks and maintaining high standards.
• Monitor compliance with project scope, spread good practices, and share knowledge across teams.
• Create well-structured technical documentation (e.g., using BPMN, UML).
• Work directly with our clients as an active member of an agile project team.
• Build strong and long-lasting relationships with clients.

About the skills and tools. You will use:

• Java
• Git, Jenkins, and similar
• IntelliJ
• SOAP, REST
• Apex
• Oracle, MSSQL, H2
  
  …and more depending on the project

About the requirements. You need:

• At least 4 years of commercial experience as a software developer, using Java.
• A minimum of 1 year of experience in a leadership role, such as a Tech Lead or Architect.
• A fluency in English and German (at least C1 level) is a must.
• Solid hands-on experience with systems integration or in the insurance domain.
• Strong understanding of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP), design patterns, and clean code principles.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to bridge business requirements with technical solutions and effectively facilitate workshops.
• Experience in estimating effort on various levels and identifying potential risks.
• Any of the following: Web services (REST/SOAP), Microservices, JMS knowledge, Spring, or any similar hands-on experience.
• Readiness to travel regularly (depending on the project, we work partially from the client side).
• Ability to work in the European Union.

About the wishes. Nice to haves:

• Experience in Gosu.
• Experience from a consulting company.
• A desire to mentor and support less experienced colleagues.
• A proactive approach to self-development.

About our promises. We can offer:

• Flexible working hours and a hybrid home-office model (2-3 times per week in the office) as work-life balance is crucial at Sollers.
• A chance to be promoted twice a year and a clearly defined career path with salary forecast.
• Opportunities for growth with a training budget that you can use for courses and conferences. We also provide access to an online training platform and co-fund language classes.
• An internal coach to guide you through the onboarding, further training and career opportunities, plus a budget to be used for your lunches together.
• A chance to #domore for the planet and the community as part of Sollers Change Makers – our volunteering program.
• Lots of teambuilding activities, trips, hobby groups and cultural events to create a company powered by teamwork.
• Probably all the benefits you can think of!