Senior Workplace Engineer - focus Workplace AI and Data

Senior Workplace Engineer - focus Workplace AI and Data

Are you passionate about shaping the future of work through cutting‑edge AI and digital workplace technologies? Do you thrive at the intersection of innovation, data, and people? If so, this is your opportunity to make a real impact at one of the world's leading reinsurance companies. Join us and help redefine how over 14,000 employees connect, collaborate, and create value — every single day

About the Role

Step into a pivotal role within Swiss Re's Digital Workplace team, where you'll be at the forefront of AI‑powered workplace transformation. As a Senior Workplace Engineer with a focus on Workplace AI and Data, you'll co‑lead the strategy, adoption, governance, and delivery of intelligent workplace capabilities — with a spotlight on Microsoft 365, Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT Enterprise, and next‑generation agentic AI platforms.

This is not just an engineering role — it's a senior technical leadership role focused on the safe, secure, compliant, and scalable implementation of Workplace AI capabilities. You will drive business value, influence cross‑functional teams, define guardrails and controls, and ensure AI solutions are delivered in line with security, compliance, regulatory, and governance requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive platform evolution by identifying, evaluating, and deploying new Workplace AI and Microsoft 365 capabilities, processes and solutions aligned with business requirements
• Lead design and implementation of robust AI and M365 security, governance, and compliance controls, translating regulatory requirements such as the EU AI Act, GDPR, and internal risk policies into technical controls and operating procedures
• Co‑lead the strategy and adoption of AI‑powered workplace tools such as Microsoft Copilot and ChatGPT Enterprise, translating technology into measurable business value
• Monitor and respond to fast‑paced developments in the Workplace AI and agentic space, maintaining active engagement with vendors and internal stakeholders
• Leverage data platforms such as Palantir Foundry and MS Power Platform to drive data‑informed workplace decisions and visualisations
• Hands‑on agentic implementation with Copilot Studio, ChatGPT Enterprise and other platforms
• Continuously upskill, improve controls and procedures, and actively share knowledge across teams to foster a culture of learning and innovation

About the Team

We in Digital Workplace (DWP) set out to make it easy for more than 14,000 employees to seamlessly connect with people, ideas, and expertise — within and beyond Swiss Re.

Our team is built around the Microsoft 365, Workplace AI solutions, and related services — spanning design, architecture, development, integration, and orchestration across teams and internal partners. We believe the key to success lies in deeply understanding the business needs of our internal clients, identifying where technology can add real value, and focusing on how people will adopt and embrace change.

To support this, we are continuously redefining the way we work. DWP is an early adopter of agile methodologies and agile leadership within Swiss Re — and we’re proud of it. We are a diverse, passionate team of experts who genuinely welcome professionals who bring curiosity, drive, and experience to help us deliver world‑class solutions. Come join us on our journey!

About You

We are looking for a self‑starter with a can‑do, hands‑on, and end‑to‑end mentality — someone who is adaptable, curious, and ready to challenge colleagues and the status quo in the best possible way. You thrive in an environment where no two days are alike, engaging regularly with new requirements and topics alongside a diverse team of experts. You bring a track record of successful delivery in complex, fast‑paced environments and are energised by the opportunity to create real impact.

Qualifications

• Expert knowledge of Workplace AI and agentic architecture and solutions (e.g. Microsoft 365 Copilot, ChatGPT Enterprise), including the ability to translate these tools into tangible business value and measurable impact
• Advanced knowledge of data management and visualisation, including hands‑on experience with tools such as MS Power Platform and Palantir Foundry
• Advanced knowledge of the Microsoft 365 platform and services, including related security, governance, and compliance capabilities such as Microsoft Purview
• Advanced automation and scripting capabilities using PowerShell and Power Automate, including experience with modern DevOps technologies and CI/CD methodologies
• Good working knowledge of Azure Cloud, Networking, Identity and Access Management, as well as provisioning, authorisation, and authentication concepts
• Strong understanding of regulatory requirements impacting AI solutions such as GDPR, EU AI Act, and enterprise governance practices; hands‑on experience with advanced agentic platforms such as ChatGPT Enterprise and Copilot Studio
• Fluent English with excellent communication skills at all levels of the organisation and beyond

Nice to Haves

• Experience working in a global enterprise environment, preferably within the insurance or financial services sector
• Familiarity with eDiscovery, Compliance Capture, and Risk Management methodologies
• Experience working in agile SCRUM methodology

Work Arrangement

Our company has a hybrid work model where the expectation is that you will be in the office at least three days per week.

Salary and Benefits

For Spain, the base salary range for this position is between EUR 60,000 and EUR 100,000 (for a full‑time role). The specific salary offered considers the requirements, scope, complexity and responsibilities of the role, as well as the applicant’s own profile including education/qualifications, expertise, specialisation, skills and experience.

In addition to your base salary, Swiss Re offers an attractive performance‑based variable compensation component, designed to recognise your achievements. Further you will enjoy a variety of global and location specific benefits. Eligibility may vary depending on the terms of Swiss Re policies and your employment contract.

About Swiss Re

Swiss Re is one of the world’s leading providers of reinsurance, insurance and other forms of insurance‑based risk transfer, working to make the world more resilient. We anticipate and manage a wide variety of risks, from natural catastrophes and climate change to cybercrime. Combining experience with creative thinking and cutting‑edge expertise, we create new opportunities and solutions for our clients. This is possible thanks to the collaboration of more than 15,000 employees across the world.

Our success depends on our ability to build an inclusive culture encouraging fresh perspectives and innovative thinking. We embrace a workplace where everyone has equal opportunities to thrive and develop professionally regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, skill set, thought or other characteristics. In our inclusive and flexible environment everyone can bring their authentic selves to work and their passion for sustainability.

If you are an experienced professional returning to the workforce after a career break, we encourage you to apply for open positions that match your skills and experience.

We may use AI‑powered tools to support the review and evaluation of applications for this position. These tools provide additional insights to our recruitment teams, but all hiring decisions are carefully reviewed and made by people. To learn more about how we use AI in recruitment and how we handle your personal data, please review our Data Privacy Statement before applying.