Job Description

Location

Munich, Germany

Job type

Full-Time

Work mode

Hybrid

Job level

Professional

Job ID

11180

Company

Munich Re

Employment type

Regular

Area of expertise

Information Technology

This role will be part of the Enterprise Architecture Tower for Group Technology (IT 1.5), which defines and drives the overarching Enterprise Architecture (EA) strategy to support business agility and growth across Munich Re Group. The Tower develops multiyear roadmaps covering platforms, products, digital experience, and organizational design—balancing strategic alignment and transformation goals. It ensures consistent policy, monitors architecture delivery, and optimizes the application portfolio to reduce costs and accelerate innovation. Additionally, the Tower provides SDLC tools and processes that enhance global developer productivity in a secure, compliant, and standardized environment.

Munich Re is a global market leader in re-insurance, global specialty insurance

and digital solutions

. New technologies are disrupting the insurance value chain. Our innovative minds in IT spearhead the transformation and make change happen. We support clients with a comprehensive range of insurance and risk management products. Our goal is to become even more digital through the expertise of our IT & Tech specialists, and by leveraging data and insights to support innovation and client service. We are therefore making targeted IT investments and helping our insurance clients and partners to tackle problems in the modern digital world with innovative and forward-looking solutions.


We are currently seeking a Senior Product Manager to lead the modernization of our Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) ecosystem — driving our transition to a unified, secure, and efficient SDLC platform. You will own the enterprise rollout of SDLC Tools like GitHub and GitHub Copilot, oversee the migration from Azure DevOps etc. and ensure all IT controls and compliance requirements are implemented and continuously monitored. This role is a key enabler of developer productivity, software quality, and governance excellence.


The Sr. Product Manager is accountable for ramping up product teams along OneEssentials Methodology and definition / implementation of Service Catalogues across SDLC Products. In addition the role has to consolidate SDLC Vendors and lead the migration from non GitHub Tools to GitHub, covering source control, CI/CD pipelines, and workflow automation.

Your job

Streamline Operations along strategic SDLC Products Seamless and secure migration from non-strategic SLDC tools to Golden Path / Pathways Successful adoption of GitHub Copilot with measurable productivity gains All relevant IT controls implemented and monitored across SDLC Products in your scope Improved developer experience, governance, and release efficiency across teams Demonstrated, data-driven improvement in engineering outcomes Roll out GitHub Enterprise and GitHub Copilot across all engineering teams, including licensing, onboarding, and adoption strategy. Define and execute the product roadmaps, including integrations, automation, and process improvement. Partner with SDLC Teams and Security to define standardized SDLC processes (branching, code review, release management, etc.). Implement and monitor all relevant IT controls across GitHub, ADO, and related DevOps tooling — ensuring compliance with internal and external audit standards. Establish strong governance and compliance frameworks (repository access, secrets management, code scanning, and audit logging). Define and track KPIs for engineering efficiency, tool adoption, and release quality. Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on developer experience and platform performance. Communicate strategy, progress, and outcomes to leadership and stakeholders.

Your profile

7+ years of Product Management experience, including 3+ years in DevOps, developer platforms, or engineering productivity. good understanding of GitHub Enterprise, GitHub Actions, GitHub Copilot, and Azure DevOps (Repos, Pipelines, Boards).
Proven experience managing tool migrations (ADOGitHub preferred). Strong understanding of IT controls, audit readiness, and compliance frameworks Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, Git workflows, and modern SDLC best practices Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and cross-functional leadership skills Experience defining and tracking engineering productivity and DevOps performance metrics. Familiarity with cloud environments (Azure, AWS) and infrastructure as code tools (Terraform, opentofu) Ability to estimate the business, risk and financial impacts of architecture alternatives Ability to quickly comprehend the functions and capabilities of existing, new and emerging technologies that enable and drive new business designs and models Strong written and verbal communication in English

Application Instructions

If applicable, please also submit reference letters from any previous employers or certificates from any other qualifications you may have. We recommend writing a cover letter to tell us more about why the position and Munich Re is of interest to you


About us


As the world's leading reinsurance company with more than 11,000 employees at over 50 locations, Munich Re introduces a paradigm shift in the way you think about insurance. By turning uncertainty into a manageable risk, we enable fundamental change. Join us working on topics today that will concern society tomorrow, whether that be climate change, major construction projects, medical risk assessment or even space travel.


Together we embrace a culture where multiskilled teams dare to think big. We create the new and the different for our clients and cultivate innovation.


Sounds like you? Push boundaries with us and be part of Munich Re.


Our employees are our greatest strength. That’s why we offer them a wide range of benefits. You can find some examples below. For more insights about working at Munich Re please click here.

Unlock your potential

Professional Training & Certification:

We accompany you in building up your professional profile by supporting with customized professional training and certification opportunities.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion:

We embrace the power of differences and are convinced that diversity fosters innovation and resilience and enables us to act braver and better.

Continuous Learning:

We believe that continuous learning is a key differentiator and critical for building new skills and accelerating growth.

Career Mobility:

We actively support career mobility, and our strong global and regional presence offers a wealth of career growth opportunities for you.

Your Benefits

With us, you get more than just an exciting job. Enjoy a wide range of employee benefits tailored to your wellbeing and development. Please note that regional differences may apply.

Competitive Salary
We provide fair and competitive compensation that reflects your performance and commitment.
Company performance-based Incentives
In addition to your salary, our variable compensation approach allows you to share in Munich Re's success.
Recognition and Special Rewards
We recognise outstanding individual contributions through a variety of targeted rewards and incentives.
Retirement Planning
We support your long-term financial wellbeing with retirement solutions aligned with local regulations.
Inclusive Workplace Culture
We foster a respectful, inclusive, and values-driven environment.
Learning & Development
We offer tailored learning opportunities with a strong focus on core skills and business-critical knowledge.
Work-Life-Balance
Supporting your ability to balance family, leisure, and your career.
Health & Wellbeing
We support your physical and mental health through a range of programs and activities in each location.