Data Engineer II

About the Data Discovery Team

We are a team of expert business analysts, Data Architects, and software engineers, spread across multiple locations around the globe, driving the Enterprise Data Governance to enable to manage Data as an asset within Swiss Re.

We work with our data experts, data owners and data consumers and provide them with well-governed data which helps to build Logical & Analytical Data Model for our Data Scientists to prepare data models and business insights.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Palantir Foundry Developer to join our data engineering and governance team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in backend development and hands-on expertise in building applications, workflows, and data pipelines on the Palantir Foundry platform. This role involves close collaboration with business and data teams to deliver scalable data solutions and workflow automation.

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  Design, develop, and maintain Foundry-based applications, workflows, and data pipelines using Workshop, Code Repositories, and Contour.

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  Perform backend development using PySpark , Python and SQL to support data processing, transformation, and integration.

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  Implement ETL frameworks , ensuring data quality, lineage, and governance compliance.

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  Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business needs into Foundry solutions.

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  Optimize performance, manage versioning, and ensure best practices in CI/CD and source control (Git)

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  Develop unit tests using Pytest and follow best coding practices.

About You

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  You have a bachelors degree in information management, computer science

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  3+ years of experience in frontend development using React and TypeScript .

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  Strong knowledge of JavaScript (ES6+) , HTML5 , and CSS3 .

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  Experience working with GraphQL or REST APIs .

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  Familiarity with Palantir Foundry , Ontology SDK , or other large-scale data platforms (Databricks, Snowflake, etc.)

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  Understanding of state management (Redux, Zustand, or similar).

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  Strong focus on UI/UX , accessibility, and responsive design.

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  Experience with Git , CI/CD pipelines, and agile workflows

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  Proficiency in Java Script , Python, SQL , and object-oriented programming for backend data processing and service development.

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  Hands-on experience with data pipelines, ETL design , and data governance / lineage implementation .

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  Hands-on experience with Pytest for testing.

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  Excellent written and oral communication skills

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  Over 5 years of working experience as backend developer

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  Over 4 years of working experience as UI developer using TypeScript

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  Experience with Data Governance implementation is a Plus

Must Have

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  Hands on with PySpark, Python, Pytest and UI development using React and TypeScript

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  Familiar with Git, CI/CD

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  Familiar with JavaScript (ES6+) , HTML5 , and CSS3

Good to Have

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  Experience with Data Governance implementation

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  Hands-on experience with Palantir Foundry.

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  Experience building low-code/no-code interfaces or data visualization tools .

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  Familiarity with Blueprint.js , Material UI , or Palantir s internal component libraries .

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  Experience with backend integration , especially Node.js or Python for data services.

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. We cover both Property & Casualty and Life & Health. 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 14,000 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 their age, gender, race, ethnicity, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, skillset, 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.