With a company culture rooted in collaboration, expertise and innovation, we aim to promote progress and inspire our clients, employees, investors and communities to achieve their greatest potential. Our work is the catalyst that helps others achieve their goals. In short, We Enable Possibility℠.

The Vice President, Software Engineering provides leadership in aligning information systems development with business objectives for assigned all Enterprise systems and/or technologies.  The incumbent provides overall direction and guidance to software engineering managers, Database specialists, engineers and contract labor teams.  She/he drives software development across multiple teams and phases to ensure execution of project work plans. Determines department priorities and ensures software development & data management objectives are met.

The focus would be on Enabling Technologies,which includes Interoperability Layer, Intelligent Automation, Digital Partners and Core Platforms – Insurance platforms

*We have a high preference for those who can work Hybrid (twice-a-week) role in our Raleigh, Jersey City, or Hartford offices. However, we are also open to fully remote candidates that are willing to travel, as required (20-25% of the year.)

Essential RESPONSIBILITIES and ACCOUNTABILITIES

Own the strategic vision and roadmap for all Product(s) within your area of responsibility. Ensures alignment between business strategies, enterprise transformation initiatives, technology standards and practices. Responsible for quality and timely delivery of new and/or enhanced systems/technologies. Responsible for solution architecture, Software engineering, test automation, Performance engineering, DevSecOps and Production Support service levels.  Works closely with customers, other IT managers, and management to identify and maximize opportunities to use technology creatively to improve customer experience & improve business processes. Prepares business cases, including financial analyses of potential new technologies/systems/applications.  Evaluates based on organization’s strategic needs and resource availability. Contributes to the development of software, test automation, performance engineering standards, policies, processes, and procedures to ensure these practices align with enterprise standards. Continuously reviews the technology needs of supported business functions/processes relative to new technological developments and trends.  Keeps abreast of the industry and emerging technology Participates in vendor/strategic partner evaluations and monitors the relationship. Prepares/manages department budget: P&L forecasting, operational/capital expenditures, contract negotiations and invoice processing Leads and manages team to accomplish objectives through effective recruitment & selection, training & development, performance management and rewards & recognition.

Responsibilities

• Broad knowledge of software development techniques, processes, methods and best practices. Proficiency with various programming languages used.
• Knowledge of application test automation products, processes, and best practices Thorough knowledge of all assigned Systems, applications, technologies. Proven experience and strong understanding of Agile development and conventional methods and its application to company technology needs.
• High level knowledge/expertise in databases development, implementation, and maintenance of large-scale business applications.
• Strong strategic decision making & long-term planning abilities to manage resources and develop efficient and effective solutions to diverse and complex business problems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively lead and motivate team. Excellent interpersonal, communication, presentation & consultative skills for effective collaboration with senior management.
• Good general business acumen.
• Development Experience with Java & .Net C#, SQL, JavaScript, HTML, CSS
• Experienced in scalable, high-availability back-end technologies Oracle, SQL Server and PostgreSQL Experience with non-relational database technologies preferred such as Memcached, MongoDB, Redis
• Strong JavaScript back-end development experience with common frameworks Angular, Rxjs, Node, etc
• Front end development experience including ReactJS, Webpack, HTML5, CSS, Bootstrap, jQuery, Accessibility and Responsive Layouts UI/UX development experience.
• Experience with Insurance / Reinsurance Systems and Data Strong understanding of server-side software, scalability, performance, and reliability Skills
• Strong understanding of the OSI model, Networking, OS Layer and Services Understanding of continuous delivery tools like Chef, Puppet, Salt
• Understanding of continuous integration and deployment tools like Octopus deploy, Jenkins Proficient in: Java, .Net C#, JavaScript, TypeScript, HTML5 & CSS, Windows, IIS, Linux, Tomcat, JBoss, Visio, TSQL, SSIS, PL/SQL, shell scripting
• Some experience with Docker, Docker Swarm, Kubernetes, OpenStack, Swift, is a nice to have even if it is lab experience.
• Excellent communication skills:
• Ability clearly speak and understand the English language.
• Excellent command of the English language, i.e. Ability to write and understand the written documents, email and other forms of electronic communications.
• Ability to discuss, articulate and simplify technology to non-technical people.

Education & Experience

• 10 to 15 years related experience in Software development & architecture
• 8+ years of Management experience and 5+ years of managing people managers
• 3+ years of experience on Leadership role (Strategic vision, vendor management and budget)
• 3+ years of experience in preparing and managing department budget
• At least 5 years of experience in Solution Architecture leveraging modern architecture principles

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For individuals assigned or hired to work in California, Colorado, Hawaii, Jersey City, NJ; New York State; and/or Washington State, the base salary range is listed below. This range is as of the time of posting. Position is incentive eligible.

$155,000 - $251,000/year

• Total individual compensation (base salary, short & long-term incentives) offered will take into account a number of factors including but not limited to geographic location, scope & responsibilities of the role, qualifications, talent availability & specialization as well as business needs.  The above range may be modified in the future

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