The Lead Software Engineer architects, designs, codes and tests multi-platform application programs, functions, services, and other related software components in response to problem and project change requests of the highest complexity and risk. The incumbent provides leadership, technical guidance, training and mentoring to others in areas of acquired expertise.  The incumbent plans, organizes, leads, supervises, and coordinates the day-to-day activities for the staff within their team.  The incumbent is responsible for the efficient application of currently relevant and appropriate emerging technology in the development of quality products within the constraints of time and budget.

What will be my duties and responsibilities in this job?

• Analyze requirements and design solutions for approved projects and change requests of the highest complexity.

• Design/develop system, application and program code according to business and technical requirements.

• Implement solutions.

• Provide system support.

• Oversee day-to-day activities of Development Team.

• Maintain and enhance knowledge of the business operations and strategic imperatives of Assurant.

• This position may require 10% travel to Assurant locations, training or industry conferences.

• This is an onsite role in our Irving, TX location, just north of the the Airport.

What are the requirements needed for this position?

• 8+ years software development experience

• 5+ years’ experience with C# .NET, APIs and Azure

• Azure Function App and DevOps experience desired

• 5 years’ experience documentation skills to translate requirements into specifications for program objects, functions and systems

• 5 years’ experience estimating cost, effort and duration of product deliverables of high complexity

• 5 years’ experience with methodologies and development concepts for Web and Cloud based Services

• 5 years’ experience analyzing technical problems and delivering solutions

• 2+ years’ experience with training leadership, coaching, and mentoring skills in both individual and group settings.

What other skill or experience would be useful in this role? 

• Bachelor’s or Advanced degree in Computer Science

• Experience working with Oracle EBS, SAP or other ERP applications is desired

• Effective oral and written communication skills

• Requires the ability to prioritize and simultaneously manage multiple tasks and assignments of the highest complexity.

• Requires the ability to process complex time sensitive data and information from multiple sources, make decisions based on this data, and to effectively communicate the related required actions to all levels within the organization.

• Requires the ability to plan, schedule, organize, manage, evaluate and adjust resources to complete projects according to delivery requirements and within budget.

• Requires strong customer service skills and a commitment to service excellence.

• Work activities may involve collaboration and negotiation with business and technical personnel at a variety of organizational levels, within and across multiple departments and sites.

• This is a leadership position that works both independently and within a team setting.

• In areas of systems expertise, the position provides solutions, leadership and decision direction on the most complex technical problems and application architectures. 

• The job incumbent must act as a technical resource to provide solutions, leadership and guidance in resolving the most complex technical problems and application architectures.

• Requires excellent analytical skills and the ability to learn and apply flexible, open-minded problem-solving techniques to highly complex projects.

• Requires analysis and architectural skills for the highest risk technical problems and solutions.

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Pay Range:

$99,200.00 - $165,600.00

Any posted pay range considers a wide range of compensation factors, including candidate background, experience and work location, while also allowing for salary growth within the position.

Expected application deadline is

09/28/2024

If date is blank then this is a pipeline requisition, and we will continue to collect applications on an ongoing basis.

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What’s the culture like at Assurant?
Our unique culture is a big reason why talented people choose Assurant. Named a Best/Great Place to Work in 13 countries and awarded the Fortune America’s Most Innovative Companies recognition in 2023, we bring together top talent around the world. Although we have a wide variety of skills and experiences, we share common characteristics that are uniquely Assurant. A passion for service. An ability to innovate in practical ways. And a willingness to take chances. We call our culture The Assurant Way.

Company Overview
Assurant is a leading global business services company that supports, protects, and connects major consumer purchases. A Fortune 500 company with a presence in 21 countries, Assurant supports the advancement of the connected world by partnering with the world’s leading brands to develop innovative solutions and deliver an enhanced customer experience through mobile device solutions, extended service contracts, vehicle protection services, renters insurance, lender-placed insurance products, and other specialty products.

Equal Opportunity Statement
Assurant is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not use or consider race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law in employment decisions.