Quantum Computing & AI Specialist

for the Data & Analytics Division (DAA)

Location
Munich , Germany

Data & Analytics is a division (DAA1) which coordinates and drives data, analytics, AI and quantum projects across Munich Re. Our ambition is to drive digital transformation and create new business and strategic options for Munich Re and our clients. Our focus areas span a wide range of applications, including automated information extraction, risk model improvements and application of new computational models and paradigms. We drive strategic initiatives, enable and support business & central functions, coordinate activities in Munich Re’s global data analytics community and explores new business models and opportunities.

We offer you the possibility of applying the latest Quantum and AI methods to the insurance space within a highly motivated team of experts. As the world’s largest reinsurer, we can provide an extremely diverse and exciting set of business opportunities and data sets for you to work on. We offer unparalleled development opportunities in a fast developing field within a leading quantitative organization.

We are looking for an experienced, knowledgeable Quantum Computing & Artificial Intelligence specialist for our Central Analytics team to support us in the development of new quantum and AI-based business models.

Your job

• Leading projects that enable business units to generate more and better business (quantitative and qualitative aspects) using QC and AI
• Identifying and assessing the potential of QC and AI innovations and technologies that could offer potential competitive advantages in the insurance space
• Applying existing QC algorithms on different platforms and develop new business specific applications
• Presenting findings and the systems developed to internal and external stakeholders
• Developing and driving a holistic approach and strategy to QC and AI for the company and the insurance industry
• Networking with existing quantitative units and relevant partners in the QC and AI ecosystem (academic institutions, research bodies, think tanks, tech companies) and close cooperation with Munich Re’s Global Innovation unit to realize new business opportunities

Your profile

• University degree (Master and above) in a quantitative field (Mathematics, Computer Science, Physics, Engineering, Data Science) with a solid understanding of QC and AI.
• Extensive experience as a QC Expert or Project Manager in AI
• Excellent understanding of QC theory and novel QC techniques including their potential and limitation
• Good understanding of novel machine learning techniques (deep learning, computer vision, natural language processing) including their potential, limitation and development lifecycle.
• Embrace innovation, forward-looking, Group-wide manner of thinking and action, pronounced service focus, ability to work in a team, and a very high level of commitment
• High level of accountability, capability to deal with uncertainty and execute in an ambiguous environment
• Experience in the insurance, risk management or financial services industry is a plus
• Experience with solutions architecture is a plus.
• Hands-on programming experience (Python, Java, C, C++) and cloud technologies (Azure, AWS) is a plus
• Very good command of English and a willingness to travel. Good command of German is a plus

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? Make it happen and be part of Munich Re.

• You will work in an environment where we think big: Change and culture are continuously role-modeled. We create and articulate a compelling and ambitious shared purpose, vision and direction. We pave the way towards success and see failure as learning
• You are going to experience that we care & dare: We are empathetic. We know when to lead and know when to let others lead. We attract, grow and coach future leaders
• We communicate in a clear & authentic way: We interact with a positive and humble spirit. We solicit feedback, ask and listen, learn and unlearn
• You will grow with your clients: Whatever our role, we support business, in an efficient and effective way, to create value for our clients. We embrace new ways of working leveraging digitalization to deliver solutions
• Join us, and experience that we lead the We: We have a passion for winning and growing as a team. We inspire people to be capable of joint performance. We create an inclusive environment where different thoughts, generations, cultures and experiences are valued and encouraged

Münchener Rückversicherungs-Gesellschaft
Ann-Kathrin Hinz Da Costa
Human Resources
Königinstraße 107
80802 München
GERMANY

• Munich Re not only stands for fairness with regard to its clients; it is also an equal opportunities employer. Severely disabled candidates will also be prioritised, if equally qualified.