Director, Software Engineering - Agile Program Manager (Hybrid)

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Job Summary

The Agile Program Manager for the Interoperability Layer team is responsible for providing leadership and strategic direction in aligning the development of the Interoperability Layer platform with the business objectives of the company.

This role involves overseeing the effective execution of software development across multiple teams and phases, ensuring timely delivery of new features and enhancements.

S / He will establish and lead a "center for enablement" within the Interop Layer team to facilitate integration capabilities for other teams.

Additionally, the Agile Program Manager will collaborate with stakeholders to identify opportunities for leveraging technology to improve business processes.

This is a Hybrid (twice-a-week) role in our Raleigh, Jersey City, or Hartford offices.

Responsibilities

Lead the effective and timely development of the Interoperability Layer platform, incorporating IPaaS solution (Boomi), Azure cloud services (e.

g., Azure Event Hubs, Azure Event Grid), and containerized services on AKS and / or Azure Functions.

• Monitors all aspects of the Software Development Lifecycle and Production Support service levels.
• Ensures high level technical support is provided. Works closely with customers, other IT managers, and management to identify and maximize opportunities to use technology to improve business processes.
• Prepare business cases and financial analyses for potential new technologies and systems, evaluating their alignment with company strategic objectives and resource availability.
• Oversees business analysis, development work and quality assurance of projects related to the Interoperability Layer platform.
• Collaborates effectively at all levels to prepare strategic plans.
• Ensures system requests tie into objectives of the company strategy map and budgets.
• Contributes to the development of information technology development standards, policies, processes and procedures to ensure consistent compatibility and integration throughout the company.
• Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies relevant to the Interoperability Layer platform.
• Participates in vendor / strategic partner evaluations and monitors the relationship on an ongoing basis.
• Prepares / manages department budget : P&L forecasting, operational / capital expenditures, contract negotiations and invoice processing.
• Leads and manages team to accomplish objectives through effective recruitment & selection, training & development, performance management and rewards & recognition.

Education and Experience

• Experience iPaaS solution (Boomi), Azure cloud services (e.g., Azure Event Hubs, Azure Event Grid), and containerized services on AKS and / or Azure Functions.
• Boomi experience and Azure Clou Services, and AKS and / or Azure functions
• Broad knowledge of software development techniques, processes, methods and best practices.
• Proficiency with various programming languages used.
• Knowledge of application test automation products, processes, and best practices Understanding of P&C insurance products, applications, and technologies is a plus.
• Strong understanding of Agile development methods and its application to company technology needs.
• High level knowledge / expertise in Legacy and Java development, implementation, and maintenance of large-scale business applications.
• Strategic decision-making and long-term planning abilities to efficiently manage resources and address complex business challenges.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective leadership, motivation, and collaboration within the team and with senior management.
• Good general business acumen.
• Required knowledge & skills would typically be acquired through a Bachelor's degree and 10 years of related experience in software development & architecture design, including project management and business analysis.
• 5 or more years of management experience is required.

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For individuals assigned or hired to work in California, Colorado, Hawaii, Jersey City, NJ; New York State; and / or Washington State, the base salary range is listed below.

This range is as of the time of posting. Position is incentive eligible.

$135,000 - $201,000 / year

Total individual compensation (base salary, short & long-term incentives) offered will take into account a number of factors including but not limited to geographic location, scope & responsibilities of the role, qualifications, talent availability & specialization as well as business needs.

The above range may be modified in the future

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