AVP, Technical Lead (Project Management)
Job Title: AVP, Technical Lead (Ins Ops - Appian)
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Allied World is an ideal place for talented professionals who are driven by a belief in the value of collaboration and the power of knowledge.
We believe that when our great people work together and support one another, our clients receive the best solutions. We embrace unique perspectives and empower each person to grow through professional development, career training and mentoring programs.
Our people are our most important asset, and we are very proud of the quality of our team members.
Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced and innovative AVP, Tech Lead to oversee and guide technology initiatives at Allied World. In this role, you will serve as a senior technical leader, driving the design, development, and implementation of cutting-edge technology solutions that support business objectives. The ideal candidate combines deep technical expertise with strong leadership skills, ensuring the delivery of scalable, secure, and efficient systems while fostering collaboration across teams.
Job Responsibilities:
· Lead the design, development, and implementation of technology solutions to support business strategies.
· Provide technical direction and guidance to development teams, ensuring adherence to best practices, standards, and architecture principles.
· Act as a key advisor to senior management on technology trends, innovations, and opportunities to enhance business operations.
· Oversee and manage end-to-end delivery of IT projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and aligned with business objectives.
· Collaborate with stakeholders across departments to understand business requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
· Ensure the scalability, security, and performance of IT systems and applications.
· Drive the adoption of modern technologies, tools, and frameworks to improve team productivity and system efficiency.
· Mentor and develop technical talent, fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation.
· Monitor and evaluate the performance of IT systems, identifying opportunities for improvement.
· Manage relationships with third-party vendors and technology partners to ensure the delivery of high-quality solutions.
Compensation:
The below annualized base pay range is a broad range based on analysis of similar positions in the market. The actual base pay for the position may be above or below the listed range and determined by a number of considerations, including but now limited to complexity, location, and scope of the role, along with experience, skills, education, training, and other conditions of employment. Base salary represents one compensation of Allied World comprehensive total reward package, which may also include annual incentive compensation rewards.
$150,000 - $165,000
Skills and Requirements:
· 8+ years of progressive experience in software development, or technology leadership roles.
· Proven track record of designing and implementing complex IT systems and architectures.
· Appian Platform Knowledge: Deep understanding of Appian components such as Process Designing, SAIL, Rules, Security, and Integration.
· Proficiency in Appian Designer, low-code development, BPMN, and data modeling
· Integration and Architecture: Understanding of integrations with REST, SOAP, and other systems; knowledge of Appian architecture and infrastructure
· In-depth knowledge of IT governance, cybersecurity, and compliance standards.
· Hands-on experience with Agile and DevOps methodologies.
· Exceptional problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.
· Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and guide technical teams.
· Excellent communication skills, capable of conveying technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
· Experience in the insurance or financial services industry is a significant advantage.
Additional Preferred skills:
· Expertise in programming languages (e.g., Java, Python, C#) and frameworks (e.g., .NET, React, Angular).
· Strong understanding of cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) and microservices architecture.
· Certification: Senior or Lead Developer certification is a plus
Education:
· Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).
About Fairfax
Fairfax is a holding company which, through its subsidiaries, is engaged in property and casualty insurance and reinsurance and investment management.
About Allied World
Allied World Assurance Company Holdings, Ltd, through its subsidiaries, is a global provider of insurance and reinsurance solutions. We operate under the brand Allied World and have supported clients, cedents and trading partners with thoughtful service and meaningful coverages since 2001. We are a subsidiary of Fairfax Financial Holdings Limited, and benefit from a strong capital base and a worldwide network of affiliated entities that allow us to think and respond in non-traditional ways.
Our generous benefits package includes: Health, Dental and Disability Insurance, a company match 401k plan, and Group Term Life Insurance. Allied World is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without consideration of any disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
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