Technical Lead Engineer

ZipRecruiter; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent London Market Insurance firm is on the lookout for a skilled Technical Lead to spearhead the design and implementation of innovative technological solutions within the Reinsurance Segment. This role is pivotal in ensuring the integration of new syndicates and enhancing the robustness of their technical infrastructure. As a leader, you will guide the technical strategy, oversee the software development life cycle, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions. If you have a passion for technology and a strong background in the insurance sector, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in application development and architecture roles.
• Experience in developing bespoke applications in the Reinsurance sector.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical strategy and roadmap aligned with business objectives.
• Architect and implement technology solutions for underwriting and claims.

Skills

PowerBuilder

C# .NET

React

JavaScript

GraphQL

HTTP

REST

SOAP

SQL Server

DevOps

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Security

Master's degree in a related field

Tools

Microsoft technologies stack

SQL Server Stored Procedures

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Job Description

Our client, a prominent London Market Insurance firm, is seeking a skilled Technical Lead to join their growing team. You will be responsible for overseeing the design, development, and implementation of technological solutions within the Reinsurance Segment. You will play a crucial role in supporting the integration of new syndicates and ensuring the overall robustness and scalability of their technical infrastructure.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead the technical strategy and roadmap, ensuring alignment with the syndicate's business objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Architect, design, and implement technology solutions that enhance underwriting, claims, policy administration, and reporting systems.
• Oversee all stages of the software development life cycle (SDLC), from requirements gathering and system design to development, testing, and deployment.
• Ensure adherence to best practices in system security, data governance, and Lloyd's market regulations.
• Identify and mitigate risks associated with technical decisions and solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including underwriting, actuarial, finance, and operations, to deliver high-quality technology solutions.
• Conduct technical reviews and provide input on key architectural and design decisions.
• Collaborate with compliance and audit teams to ensure the IT systems can be and are successfully audited.
• Keep abreast of emerging technologies and trends in the insurance industry, including Insurtech solutions, to identify opportunities for innovation.

Desired Skills

• At least 3+ years of experience in PowerBuilder.
• At least 5+ years of application development and hands-on experience using Microsoft technologies stack.
• At least 5+ years of hands-on experience with Microsoft .NET technologies and SQL Server.
• Proficiency in C# .NET, React, JavaScript, GraphQL, HTTP, REST, and SOAP.
• In-depth understanding of multi-tier application architecture, serverless architecture, cloud computing, and database design.
• Experience with product/application development life cycle.
• Proficiency in UI API development and integration.
• Proficiency in UI design and business process design.
• Experience working with large data sets and SQL Server.
• Proficiency in SQL Server Stored Procedures.
• Strong DevOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines, containerization (Docker/Kubernetes), and microservices architecture.

Desired Education/Experience

• Bachelor's degree in information security, Computer Science, Management of Information Systems, or a related field; a master's degree is preferred.
• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in application development, architecture, or product management roles.
• At least 5+ years of experience in a Reinsurance or Insurance organization developing bespoke applications.
• Experience working within the Lloyd's market or a deep understanding of Lloyd's syndicate operations is highly desirable.