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Working Student Test Automation and Software Development

Reference Number:  3329
Contract Type:  Temporary
Working Time:  Part-Time

Hannover Re – as one of the world’s leading reinsurers, we provide coverage for the risks of yesterday, today and tomorrow. Our strength? Connecting Power: Within our global team of around 4,000 colleagues, we bring together knowledge, perspectives and a strong sense of responsibility. We rely on one another, challenge ourselves and continuously develop both our services and our products. Whether working with risk calculation models, developing digital tools or creating pragmatic solutions for our clients: here, you can contribute your expertise and actively shape what comes next. Sounds good? Get to know us as a reliable employer and find your place with us.

Let's connect: If you want to experience how things are done in the Life & Health Global Services, Digital Solutions team at our headquarters in Hannover / Germany, join us on a temporary, part-time basis (roughly 19 HPW) for 24 months, commencing 1 January 2027 as a Working Student Test Automation and Software Development. You will support the team in creating customer-specific knowledge bases for our ReFlex product. This includes the backend development of knowledge bases, as well as the development, testing, and maintenance of rules for automated risk assessment. Our projects are delivered in close collaboration with colleagues and clients in an international environment. #LI-DNI

You can look forward to

Put your knowledge into practice and further develop your skills in the following areas:

  • Tool-supported test automation using Continuous Integration tools (e.g. Jenkins, Apache, Tomcat, Cucumber / Gherkin)
  • Agile software development
  • Development and implementation of system requirements, for example in the area of medical underwriting rules and ratings
  • DevOps activities, including code optimisation and automation
  • Documentation of processes, requirements, and development activities in Jira

You come equipped with

  • Ongoing studies with a scientific or technical focus, e.g. Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or Business Informatics
  • Programming skills and experience with technologies such as Java, JavaScript and Python
  • Ideally, inital knowledge of software test automation
  • Proficient user skills in German and English
  • Strong IT affinity and a self-driven, structured way of working

You may not meet every requirement listed in the job description. However, if you bring strong expertise and identify with our values Responsibility, We-spirit and Drive ,we look forward to receiving your application.


We offer you

  • Flexibility: A hybrid working model with flexible working hours of up to 20 hours per week with the possibility of an increase during lecture-free periods
  • Individual Further Training: Extensive e-learning programme, language learning apps and an onboarding event to familiarise you with the basics of reinsurance
  • Digital Fitness: In short training sessions, we show you how to make your daily work more efficient and smarter using our AI tools – especially Microsoft Copilot
  • Remuneration: From a contract period of more than three months, you will be paid an hourly wage of approximately 19 euros gross per working hour, which increases with your professional experience
  • Healthy Work Environment: Ergonomic workstations, outstanding canteen with rich selection of regional dishes ranging from vegan to hearty made with organic ingredients
  • Corporate Fitness: Epassi membership (formerly Hansefit) across Germany or at Daily Fitness gym in Hannover 
  • Corporate Benefits: Discounts on products and services from well-known vendors (including travel, fashion and technology)
  • New Ways of Working: State-of-the-art offices with spaces for collaboration and focus, inspired by our values "Drive", "Responsibility" and "We-Spirit"; get to know new colleagues in the Work Café 
  • Mobility: Ease of mobility with a free pass on local public transport (Deutschlandticket), free parking and electric charging stations for cars and bikes
  • Connecting Power: Together we enjoy parties, team events and internal networking activities
     

We are #somewhatdifferent – people with their own stories, experiences, and career paths. Everyone is welcome! Apply with just one click on the „Apply now“-button and become part of our diverse team! In addition to your CV, please also submit your university certificates / transcript of records and a certificate of enrolment. We look forward to receiving your application! We'd love to hear about your skills and experiences. No need to upload a photo – it won't impact your application.

 
More on our work environment, your entry opportunities and development prospects can be found at www.hannover-re.com/en/career.
 

Joana Michel | Hannover Re | personnel@hannover-re.com

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