AVP, Software Engineering, Employee Benefits

The Hartford; Connecticut; Hybrid; USD 182,000 - 273,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid or remote work

Travel up to 40%

Competitive total compensation

Job summary

The Hartford is seeking an IT leader to drive transformational investments and modernization of core policy, billing, and the digital experience for employers within Employee Benefits. Reporting to the CIO of Employer Benefits Technology, this role owns the technology roadmap and leads agile delivery, AI adoption, DevSecOps, and talent development to deliver measurable business value.

The ideal candidate blends software engineering expertise with strong people leadership and executive presence,

Qualifications

• 12+ years in technical software solution development and engineering leadership.
• Employee Benefits and/or insurance industry experience preferred but not required.
• Experience leading complex portfolios through transformation such as digital or large platforms replacement.
• Proven ability to align technology strategy with business priorities.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for end-to-end technology strategy, execution, and transformation of Group Benefits engineering.
• Lead adoption of AI-first engineering practices to improve productivity, quality, and speed to market.
• Drive scalable, cloud-native, and API-driven technology solutions with architecture teams.
• Establish modern engineering and DevSecOps practices for reliability, security, and developer experience.
• Build and lead high-performing engineering teams and foster talent development.

Skills

Engineering leadership

AI-first practices

Executive communication

Global teams

Cloud migration

Tools

DevSecOps

Cloud platforms

Job description

We’re determined to make a difference and are proud to be an insurance company that goes well beyond coverages and policies. Working here means having every opportunity to achieve your goals – and to help others accomplish theirs, too. Join our team as we help shape the future. The Hartford’s Employee Benefits organization is looking for a dynamic and forward-thinking IT leader to drive transformational investments and modernization of core policy, billing, as well as the digital experience supporting employers. Reporting to the CIO of Employer Benefits Technology, this position will be accountable for end-to-end ownership of critical technology roadmap priorities for a critical part of The Hartford’s $6B Employee Benefits business. This senior leadership role will lead the Employer Experience technology strategy and roadmap, driving delivery of critical business capabilities through agile engineering practices. The role is accountable for technology execution, engineering excellence, and the continued advancement of agile ways of working and adoption of AI to improve productivity, code quality, and improved business outcomes. The ideal candidate will possess a blend of solid software engineering expertise, people leadership, executive presence, and a passion for leading teams through transformation.## **Job Responsibilities:*** Accountable for the end-to-end technology strategy, execution, and continuous transformation of Group Benefits engineering, embedding AI-first practices across product delivery, software development, operations, and decision-making.* Accountable for the end-to-end technology strategy, delivery, and continuous modernization of the Employer Experience value stream* Partner with business and product leaders to define and execute a technology and AI roadmap that aligns with business priorities and enhances employer experience* Lead adoption of AI-first engineering practices, leveraging AI-assisted development, testing, automation, and operations to improve productivity, quality, and speed to market.* Drive scalable, cloud-native, and API-driven technology solutions in partnership with Enterprise and Solution Architecture teams.* Ensure data, analytics, and AI capabilities are aligned to business objectives, enabling trusted insights and intelligent business processes.* Establish modern engineering and DevSecOps practices that improve reliability, security, resilience, and developer experience.* Use outcome-based metrics and engineering productivity measures to provide transparency, predictability, and continuous improvement* Build and lead high-performing engineering teams through strategic workforce planning, effective organization design, AI-enabled skill transformation, and focused talent development.* Champion a culture of engineering excellence, innovation, customer focus, and responsible AI adoption.* Continuously evaluate emerging AI and technology trends, translating them into practical capabilities that deliver measurable business value* Continuous learning mindset to keep in touch with advances in AI, helping to translate emerging capabilities into practical business and technology outcomes. **Qualifications:*** 12+ years of experience in technical software solution development and engineering leadership.* Employee Benefits and/or insurance industry experience preferred but not required.* Hands on experience leading complex portfolios through transformation such as digital or large platforms replacement.* Demonstrated engineering track record of sustainable technical solution design with a focus on driving productivity, efficiency, and innovation.* Experience leading legacy to modern application transitions, including migration of applications to cloud and continued technical innovation in the cloud.* Experienced people leader with the ability to build and develop future-ready technology talent, fostering a culture of engineering excellence, accountability, innovation, and growth.* Excellent communicator who can effectively translate technology concepts into business language and adjust as needed to target audience.* Strategic thinker, problem solver and collaborator with the ability to engage executive level leaders across organizational boundaries to influence decisions and drive results.* Global experience with onshore and offshore teams (US and India) and managing vendor resource strategy.* Comfortable in a fast-paced environment, with the ability to effectively prioritize competing priorities and deadlines.* Passion for learning, excellent customer focus with a positive attitude. **Location and Travel Requirements:** * This role may have a hybrid or remote work arrangement. Candidates located near one of our office locations (Hartford, CT; Charlotte, NC; Columbus, OH; or Chicago, IL.) may be expected to work in the office multiple days per week.* Up to 40% travel will be required depending on location.**Compensation**The listed annualized base pay range is primarily based on analysis of similar positions in the external market. Actual base pay could vary and may be above or below the listed range based on factors including but not limited to performance, proficiency and demonstration of competencies required for the role. The base pay is just one component of The Hartford’s total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include short-term or annual bonuses, long-term incentives, and on-the-spot recognition. The annualized base pay range for this role is:$182,000 - $273,000