Appian Application Lead

PartnerRe; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

PartnerRe, a global reinsurer, is seeking an Appian Application Team Lead in Toronto. This role involves managing a team of developers, improving application solutions on the Appian platform, and ensuring system performance within a collaborative IT environment. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in workflow solutions and significant experience in IT project management.

Benefits

Diverse and inclusive environment

Opportunities to connect with experts

Supportive career growth

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience building workflow solutions using Appian.
• Experience as Line Manager and Technical Lead/Architect.
• Understanding of ITSM and applications with sensitive data.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coach a team of Appian Developers.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to evolve solutions.
• Oversee SDLC process and maintain production applications.

Skills

Communication

Proactive attitude

Team Management

Workflow Solutions

Process Optimization

Education

IT-related university degree

Tools

Appian platform

Azure DevOps

Job description

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PartnerRe is a leading, privately owned, multi-line global reinsurer with a reputation for financial stability and strength, committed to rebuilding businesses and communities after risk events worldwide.

Our mission is to remain a financially stable and predictable business partner, supporting clients with tailored solutions, delivering superior returns to our owners, providing rewarding opportunities for our employees, and making a positive societal contribution. We uphold our core values of Integrity, Performance, Collaboration, Straightforward Communication, and Respect and Care.

At the heart of The PartnerRe Experience is our global nature. Regardless of location, every employee is part of something bigger. Our teams embody our international mindset, forging connections across offices and organizational levels to build a network of mutual success. This creates a daily experience that allows you to:

• Shape your career
• Grow in a supportive environment
• Connect with a community of experts
• Make an impact

Learn more about working at PartnerRe by viewing the Home - PartnerRe Experience e-book.

We are always seeking bright, proactive individuals to join our team.

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Job Description

About this job:

We are seeking an Appian Application Team Lead (100%) to join our Group IT Life and Health Underwriting and Claims application team. You will help drive the development and adoption of software solutions using the Appian Platform within PartnerRe. This role can be based in Dublin or Toronto, working with internal business stakeholders and IT teams globally.

About the role:

• Manage and coach a team of Appian Developers based in Dublin
• Collaborate with business and IT stakeholders to analyze, define, improve, and evolve existing solutions
• Manage the SDLC process for responsible Appian-based applications
• Oversee, maintain, and enhance solutions in production to ensure performance, availability, compliance with ITSM and change procedures, and stakeholder satisfaction

Qualifications

About you:

• IT-related university degree
• Experience as Line Manager and Technical Lead/Architect roles
• Strong English communication skills and a proactive attitude to drive solution development, process optimization, and simplification
• 5+ years of experience building workflow solutions using the Appian platform
• Experience with ITSM, application monitoring, debugging, impact analysis, and defect fixing
• Experience in Agile and Azure DevOps environments
• Knowledge of managing applications with sensitive personal data within strict security frameworks

Additional Information

PartnerRe values diversity and fosters an inclusive environment where all employees feel respected and empowered. Learn more about our Diversity & Inclusion initiatives at PartnerRe.

Thank you,

PartnerRe Hiring Team

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Information Technology