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Hybrid in Madrid·Added 22 days ago (last checked 22 Oct)
Our summary
- Hours
- Jornada intensiva in summer
- Work mode
- Hybrid, Madrid
- English
- Required
- Experience
- 5+ years
- Education
- University degree
- Benefits
- Private health insurance, life insurance, flexible pay plan






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Skills
This job advert was originally written in Spanish.
Requirements
What we're looking for
- 5 years of experience in analysis, design, and implementation of life insurance projects.
- Deep knowledge of business processes related to Life (quoting, underwriting, issuance, servicing, claims).
- Knowledge and experience in:
- PL/SQL and Java.
- Oracle and MongoDB databases.
- Agile methodologies (Scrum).
- ITIL.
- DevOps.
- Technical education in Computer Engineering, Telecommunications, or similar.
- B2 level of English
- Availability to travel
Pay & benefits
What you'll get
- Flexible working hours and hybrid work (3 days in the office and 2 days remote).
- A flexible compensation package that includes: meal vouchers, childcare vouchers, medical insurance, life insurance, employee discounts, and more. And if you live in Madrid, a company shuttle bus is available to get you to the office.
- Access to an attractive pension plan.
- Summer intensive schedule.
- You'll be in charge of your own learning journey, with access to thousands of resources to keep advancing your technical expertise. Plus, you'll receive an additional €1,100 per year to further develop your skills.
- 25 vacation days per year (you would receive the proportional days starting from your start date).
- Additionally, at MAPFRE we do not work on December 24th, December 31st, or January 5th.
- 28 hours per year for personal matters + 3 recoverable days during Easter week.
- The opportunity to participate in volunteer projects.
- Paddle tennis courts and a gym at our María Tubau offices.
- An amazing place to work! We are ranked among the 50 best companies to work for in Spain according to Forbes magazine.
The role
Do you like challenges and projects that make a real difference? Well, we have great news: at Mapfre Tech, we are looking for a Life Specialist for REEF, our global technology ecosystem.
Reef is not just a platform: it is the project. A comprehensive, modular, and scalable solution that meets all the needs of Mapfre as an insurance group.
Now we want you to be the protagonist of this chapter. We are looking for professionals with the drive to learn, build, and make an impact from within. No cape required, but definitely the right attitude to join the change.
So, if you ever thought: "I would love to be part of a transformative project, with real impact and surrounded by amazing people," this is your opportunity.
What you'll do
Leading the implementation and evolution of the REEF Life solution in different countries, coordinating all phases of the project lifecycle, from requirements gathering to deployment and operations.
You will be the functional and technical reference for Life systems, proposing improvements and ensuring standardized, scalable solutions aligned with business objectives.
- Direct liaison with Product Owners and business Sponsors to capture, analyze, and prioritize requirements.
- Leading the implementation of REEF Life from start to finish:
- Gap analysis and functional design.
- Construction, unit testing, and quality assurance.
- Deployment, migration, and platform operations.
- Managing project deliverables, schedule, and quality.
- Configuring and validating products within the REEF Life system, ensuring alignment with global standards.
- Acting as an expert consultant for life insurance systems, estimating the effort for each solution and overseeing its correct execution in production.
- Supervising and training the assigned product team, promoting continuous improvement.
- Managing the assigned project portfolio, ensuring visibility, alignment, and results.
- Deepening knowledge of the Life domain and its integration with other modules of the REEF ecosystem.
Where are we?
- Calle María Tubau, Madrid
Hiring process
First point of contact
With recruitment team
Starts from your application, LinkedIn, or a call from the recruitment team or a partner agency; a first conversation about you and the open opportunities.
Interview with Human Resources
With HR team
Conversation about your interests, experience, skills and how you approach challenges, plus your questions about Mapfre.
Technical interview
With the team · 1–2 sessions
One or two interviews with the team to assess technical skills and explain the day-to-day of the role.
About Mapfre
Mapfre is a global insurance company headquartered in Madrid, Spain, with a strong presence in the insurance and reinsurance markets across Europe, the Americas, and Asia. It offers a wide range of products including life, health, auto, and home insurance, and operates through multiple brands such as Verti. With over 30,000 employees worldwide, Mapfre is one of the largest Spanish multinationals in the insurance sector.
In Spain, Mapfre has its main offices in Madrid and Barcelona, with a significant network of commercial offices across the country. The company is known for its strong corporate culture, focus on digital transformation, and investment in technology and data analytics. For international professionals, Mapfre offers opportunities in areas like data science, cybersecurity, cloud architecture, and finance, with a work environment that values innovation and professional development.
- Industry
- Insurance
- Founded
- 1933
- Employees
- 10,000–50,000
- Headquarters
- Madrid, Spain
- In Spain
- Madrid, Barcelona
Good to know if you are moving
- Mapfre is headquartered in Madrid, Spain, and has a large presence in Barcelona and other Spanish cities.
- The company offers roles in English and Spanish, with many technical positions in data, cloud, and cybersecurity.
- Mapfre has a strong commitment to digital transformation, investing in AI, data analytics, and cloud infrastructure.
- International hires may find opportunities in the company's global operations, especially in Latin America and Europe.
- The company provides a stable work environment with a focus on long-term career development.
In their own words
Additional information
We are unique because we are diverse!
All selection processes at Mapfre are conducted under the principle of EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES and NON-DISCRIMINATION, with the APTITUDES and PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL MERIT of the candidate being the criteria on which the final selection for the position is based.
We create work environments that value diversity and are free from discrimination based on sex, race, ideology, religion, sexual orientation, age, nationality, disability, or any other personal, physical, or social condition.
You can consult our Diversity and Equal Opportunity policy: politica-de-diversidad-e-igualdad-de-oportunidades.pdf (mapfre.com)
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