Location: Swindon/Fareham with home/remote working
The opportunity:
The UK DevOps team is part of the UK Operations and IT function which drives technology delivery and change across the UK business. The DevOps team currently consists of a Mendix Low-code and a Salesforce development and operations capability and is now expanding to provide a MuleSoft Anypoint Centre of Expertise (CoE) API team. The DevOps team has fully embraced new ways of working including Agile, DevOps practices, cloud-first, and CI/CD.
You will work as part of the DevOps MuleSoft CoE API team responsible for the identification, analysis, design, build (development) and documentation of APIs and integration flows using the MuleSoft Anypoint platform. You will report to the API Lead.
Zurich Insurance UK is expanding its DevOps team to meet the increasing demand for digital transformation, software engineering, API-led development, innovation, Agile delivery, and DevOps practices. The DevOps MuleSoft API team will be at the heart of Zurich’s digital transformation initiatives and help drive its API strategy.
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the emerging MuleSoft API team as a MuleSoft API Developer. You will work in an Agile way alongside both project and software delivery teams to identify, analyse, design and develop APIs on the MuleSoft platform, serving the entire UK business.
Zurich can offer an exciting digital, technical and business environment in which to develop your skills; we support thousands of internal users and external customers through our Mendix and Salesforce platform development and have built a wide portfolio of solutions – from significant digital transformation initiatives to innovative cloud-based mobile apps. With the acceleration of Zurich’s digital transformation and API strategy, you can be assured of a full pipeline of varied, interesting and stretching work with which to build your skills and experience.
If you are interested in working in a fast-moving and intellectually challenging environment, for a company that recognizes and rewards your creativity, initiative, and contributions, just simply click "Apply online".
What are we looking for?
1. Hands-on experience in Mule (incl. v4) including either/both on-premise and CloudHub runtimes.
2. Experience in developing APIs using MuleSoft within Agile delivery teams.
3. MuleSoft Development Certification preferred.
4. Knowledge of REST design principles and API design/architecture best practices.
5. Knowledge and proven experience of three-layer integration architecture principles.
6. Knowledge of OAS and/or RAML.
7. Knowledge of XML and JSON.
8. Knowledge of API security standards.
9. Experience in CI/CD practices using Bamboo.
10. Experience in using cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure.
11. Proven unit testing skills using the MUnit framework.
What happens next?
As an inclusive employer we want to ensure that all candidates feel comfortable and are able to perform at their best during the interview. You’ll have the opportunity to let us know of any reasonable adjustment or practical support needed when you apply.
Who we are:
At Zurich we aspire to be one of the most responsible and impactful businesses in the world and the best global insurer. Together we’re creating a brighter future for our customers, our people and our planet.
With over 55,000 employees in more than 170 countries, you’ll feel the support of being part of a strong and stable company who are a long-standing player in the insurance industry.
We’ve made a promise to each other and every employee; to focus on sustainable impact, to care about each other’s wellbeing, to use our diverse expertise to be curious and optimistic and to develop the skills needed for our future.
If you're interested in working in a dynamic and challenging environment for a company that recognises and rewards your creativity, initiatives and contributions - then Zurich could be just the place for you. Be part of something great.
Our Culture:
At Zurich, our sense of community is strong and we’re particularly passionate about diversity and inclusion, which we’ve won numerous awards for. We want our people to bring the whole of themselves to work and ensure everybody is made to feel welcome, regardless of their background, beliefs or culture. We want our employees to reflect the diversity of our customers, and so are committed to treating all of our applicants fairly and with respect, irrespective of their actual or assumed background, disability or any other protected characteristic.
We’ve an environment that places a real importance on our people’s wellbeing from a physical, mental, social and financial perspective. We work with our wellbeing partners and industry experts to provide the best advice and access to a wealth of lifestyle support. We’re also committed to continuous improvement, and we offer access to a comprehensive range of training and development opportunities.
We’re passionate about supporting employees to help others by getting involved in volunteering, charitable and community activity. Our charitable arm, Zurich Community Trust, is one of the longest-established corporate trusts in the UK. In that time, we’ve awarded grants and volunteered time to deserving causes in the UK valued at over £90 million.
So make a difference. Be challenged. Be inspired. Be supported, Love what you do. Work for us.
The financials:
* 12% defined non-contributory pension scheme.
* Annual company bonus.
* Income Protection.
* Life cover - four times your salary.
Time away:
* 25 days holiday a year plus bank holidays.
* You can also request to swap UK bank holidays for days off that have cultural or religious significance to you.
* The option to buy up to an additional 20 days or sell some of your holiday.
* Three days paid volunteering.
* Up to 16 weeks' full pay for maternity, paternity and adoption leave.
Your health is important to us:
* Access to Private medical insurance.
* Virtual GP appointments.
* Discounted gym membership.
* Free flu jab.
* Access to a wealth of support from our wellbeing partners.
We're making a difference:
* Creating a brighter, more sustainable future underpins all that we do here in Zurich. We were the first insurer to sign the ‘UN Business Ambition for 1.5˚C’ pledge.
* Our charitable arm, Zurich Community Trust, has awarded grants and volunteered time to deserving causes in the UK valued at over £90 million.
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