IT Manager, Underwriting Systems

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This position will be responsible for managing a team of IT employees possessing varied experience levels. This position participates in the planning and managing of activities within the assigned business unit/area.

As a manager of our software deliver teams for our personal lines underwriting platform, you will work with the leadership team to provide input on strategy and architecture of all associated systems within the division. You will lead and develop software engineering staff as well as team leads. You will be responsible for oversight of all aspects of technology support and development of the division’s applications.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of high performing developers with experience in enterprise application development, microservices, and full stack systems
• Manage the delivery teams through the full SDLC process in an Agile environment
• Work with architects to design and implement cloud-native applications
• Contribute to strategic and operational business goals as a member of the management team
• Ensures on-time project delivery, provides budget update/information and informs management of any deviations which may impact the project outcome
• Involved with recruitment, development, retention, and organization of all managed staff in accordance with corporate budgetary and policy requirements, including offshore resources
• Plans and conducts performance reviews for employees
• Initiates discussions around raises, bonuses, and promotions within the team
• Defines team operating standards and ensures essential procedures are followed at all times
• Partner with Product Owners and Engagement Managers to deliver robust solutions to complex problems
• Trains, coaches, and mentors employees on the team
• Builds a culture of innovation and learning among your team
• Responsible for tracking and reporting key metrics and status updates to senior management
• Occasionally required to work late evening and weekends as needed.
• Up to 10% travel as needed.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, other related field or equivalent work experience, including military experience

Certification

• Insurance certifications or affiliation with industry group a plus

Work Experience

• 10+ years application development (.Net, React, Java, JS, etc.), cloud architecture, project delivery and IT governance experience
• 5+ years Agile project delivery methods, DevOps, and test automation preferred
• 2+ years leading development teams, providing coaching and mentoring to team members
• Insurance industry background preferred
• Guidewire Policy Center or Duck Creek Policy experience preferred

Skillset

• Strong knowledge of technologies and methodologies related to assigned business unit/area
• Skilled in organizing resources and establishing priorities
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• A natural leader and team player with the ability to enable change and motivate staff
• Ability to successfully gather technical information and transform into clear and concise communication material
• Strong desire for continuous improvement
• Proven ability to effectively lead, coach and develop staff
• Strong communication, negotiation and presentation skills. Ability to interact with all levels of Markel’s internal and external business partners
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects, attention to detail, sensitivity to time management and deadlines
• Displays confidence when working with and convincing all levels of employees

US Work Authorization

• US Work Authorization required. Markel does not provide visa sponsorship for this position, now or in the future.

Who we are: 

Markel Group (NYSE – MKL) a fortune 500 company with over 60 offices in 20+ countries, is a holding company for insurance, reinsurance, specialist advisory and investment operations around the world. 

 

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