Job description
About the job:
Our client, a leading insurance group is looking for a seasoned and strategic individual to lead the innovative solutions that simplify and personalize customer digital touchpoints. As the solution architect, you will play a pivotal role in transitioning from legacy underwriting systems to global standard platform. Your responsibilities will include designing solutions for internal business challenges, developing Proof of Concepts (PoC) to address fast-moving business needs, and providing comprehensive technical direction for IT product development teams.
Key Responsibilities:
We apologize that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Our client, a leading insurance group is looking for a seasoned and strategic individual to lead the innovative solutions that simplify and personalize customer digital touchpoints. As the solution architect, you will play a pivotal role in transitioning from legacy underwriting systems to global standard platform. Your responsibilities will include designing solutions for internal business challenges, developing Proof of Concepts (PoC) to address fast-moving business needs, and providing comprehensive technical direction for IT product development teams.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead multi-phased initiatives, managing both onshore and offshore teams.
- Collaborate closely with Product and Design teams to deliver cutting-edge solutions.
- Spearheaded the modernization of legacy underwriting applications.
- Design and manage application roadmaps to deliver short and long-term value.
- Oversee technical implementation across a diverse product portfolio, including New Business Underwriting
- Enhance development processes by removing barriers and promoting CI/CD, test automation, and production management integration.
- Establish and enforce best practices in code control, reviews, unit testing, DevOps, and application maintenance.
- Identify risks and drive audits to completion.
- Utilize Agile metrics and KPIs to optimize product delivery.
- Manage financials and budgets related to software and services.
- Oversee vendor relationships and accountability.
- 8+ years of experience in a business strategy, innovation, or technology management role with 3+ years of experience in insurance domain knowledge exposure including end-to-end digital product management and product delivery,
- Experience in the Agile framework, delivery model, and tools.
- Familiar with automation underwriting technologies such as Magnum, AURA or Underwriting Workbench
- Experience leading IT strategy or transformation planning within large organizations, ideally in financial services or similar industries.
- Experience in managing effective teams through development opportunities, recognition, and feedback for both onshore and offshore teams.
- Experience in the insurance industry, preferably in distribution channels.
- Experience working in cross-functional teams to deliver technology solutions that drive business transformation
- Strong expertise in portfolio management, governance, and designing IT operating models.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with a focus on strategic alignment.
- Ability to create technical designs and other technical documents.
We apologize that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
