Zurich Schweiz betreut das Lebens- und Schadenversicherungsgeschäft der Zurich Insurance Group in der Schweiz. Als traditionsreiches Unternehmen mit starken Wurzeln in der Schweiz sind uns die Tugenden wie Präzision, Zuverlässigkeit und Sicherheit wichtig. Unser Kerngeschäft ist der Umgang mit Risiken. Ob Privatpersonen, KMU oder global tätige Firmen: Wir helfen unseren Kunden, ihre Risiken zu verstehen und schützen sie mit umfassenden Lösungen. Zurich gehört zu den grössten Versicherungsgesellschaften in der Schweiz. Weltweit ist die Zurich Insurance Group mit mehr als 55000 Mitarbeitenden in über 170 Ländern tätig.
Zurich Schweiz betreut das Lebens- und Schadenversicherungsgeschäft der Zurich Insurance Group in der Schweiz. Als traditionsreiches Unternehmen mit starken Wurzeln in der Schweiz sind uns die Tugenden wie Präzision, Zuverlässigkeit und Sicherheit wichtig. Unser Kerngeschäft ist der Umgang mit Risiken. Ob Privatpersonen, KMU oder global tätige Firmen: Wir helfen unseren Kunden, ihre Risiken zu verstehen und schützen sie mit umfassenden Lösungen. Zurich gehört zu den grössten Versicherungsgesellschaften in der Schweiz. Weltweit ist die Zurich Insurance Group mit mehr als 55000 Mitarbeitenden in über 170 Ländern tätig.
How does 5 weeks of annual leave, a fulfilling career you'll genuinely enjoy, and working for a reputable organization that promotes wellbeing and drives digital transformation sound to you?
As one of Forbes 2024 ‘World’s Best Employers’ and Fortune’s ‘World’s Most Admired Companies’ for 2025, Zurich - a leader in the insurance industry, is on a journey towards a brighter future… A brighter future for you - focused on your career, your wellbeing, and your community - as well as our customers and the planet
Join us on this thrilling journey as we work towards our vision of becoming Australia's leading digital insurer. If you're eager to be part of a values-driven global organisation that's experiencing real growth and transformation, and if you share our commitment to making a tangible difference and taking continuous steps towards a sustainable future for our people, customers, communities, and our planet, then keep reading!
It’s important to know, what you do matters. At Zurich, we don’t just cover, we care
Join Zurich as a Lead Engineer – Salesforce and play a pivotal role in our ongoing technology transformation. As we pursue our digital north star ambition to become Australia’s Leading Digital Insurer, you’ll be at the forefront of designing and delivering innovative Salesforce solutions that drive business success and delight our customers. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams, champion technical excellence, and help shape the future of our digital platforms
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic, inclusive culture that empowers you to fuel innovation, explore new ideas, and make a real impact. At Zurich, we’re united by our commitment to continuous improvement and our passion for delivering value to our customers, partners, and each other
You will also be responsible for the following:
Leading the design, development, and implementation of scalable Salesforce solutions aligned to Zurich’s digital strategy
Translating complex business requirements into robust technical specifications and solutions
Piloting and evaluating new Salesforce features to assess their impact and value
Providing hands-on technical leadership, including coding, configuration, and integrations (approx. 30% hands-on)
Mentoring and guiding team members in Salesforce best practices and technical excellence
Conducting code reviews and ensuring compliance with quality standards
Troubleshooting and resolving technical issues, driving continuous improvement
Important to your success – let’s grow together
You are an accomplished Lead Engineer with deep, hands-on Salesforce expertise. You thrive in a fast-paced, transformation-focused environment, and are passionate about leading teams to deliver high-impact digital solutions
Proven experience as a Lead Engineer, with a track record of leading Salesforce solution delivery in complex environments
Expert-level proficiency in Salesforce development (Apex, Aura, Lightning Web Components, Visualforce, HTML, CSS, JavaScript)
Strong understanding of APIs, integration patterns, and CI/CD concepts and tooling
Experience with Salesforce Data Cloud, Agentforce, and Experience Cloud
Demonstrated ability to mentor and lead technical teams
Experience in financial services or insurance is highly regarded
We welcome applications from candidates who have the right to work in Australia, including those with Australian Citizenship, Permanent Residency, or a visa that allows unrestricted work for more than 12 months
Enjoy 5 weeks of annual leave for permanent staff through our Z leave initiative, along with 15 days of personal/carer’s leave as we empower our people to manage their own wellbeing. Plus, access to Family Care (parental leave)
Benefit from a hybrid working arrangement – 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home per week for full-time employees
Access programs to stay healthy and feel healthier, receive an AUD$500 wellbeing payment per year, and a AUD$295 new starter e-voucher for your work-from-home setup (flex work - hybrid working), along with other great benefits through our Shine portal
Grow and thrive in your career with our award-winning training programs. We support and encourage your development because our strength lies in our people, and we value your individuality
Work with global, diverse, and inclusive teams; explore your passions, fuel innovation, drive equity, collaborate, and make a positive difference beyond your role
Take advantage of global mobility opportunities across more than 200 countries worldwide
Volunteer and work in our state-of-the-art Green Star rated offices (when you are in the office) and dress for your day
We plant a tree for every new employee
Not to mention our various employer of choice awards/memberships – WGEA; Family Inclusive Workplace; Gold AWEI Employer, Pride in Diversity… to name a few
We could go on, but the main point is that Zurich is a great place to be, where you can truly belong, be yourself, maintain work/life balance, and thrive in a supportive environment
Zurich is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to ensuring that our recruitment process is fair and accessible for all candidates. If you require any special accommodations to participate in our recruitment process, we encourage you to please let us know at the time of your application
So, if you want to come on an adventure that will build a brighter future together, and feel a sense of togetherness, then please apply today to start your adventure!