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SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR- GUIDEWIRE

Employer
Universal North America
Location
Working from home
Salary
Based on experience
Closing date
Oct 8, 2022

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Category
IT , Executive / Management
Job Type
Full Time
Career Level
Manager

Job Details

General Description:

The Software & Systems Development Manager oversees a team of developers (both internal & external) who architect, analyze, design, develop, integrated, test, implement and maintain a comprehensive system of applications critical to the daily operations. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Oversees the management of daily operations tasks necessary to maintain a high quality, reliable portfolio of applications.

Oversees the vendor relationships for systems development and software that is maintained and/or developed by third parties.

Oversees assigned software architectures ensuring long term maintainability, reliability, and extensibility.

Research new and existing technologies, evaluation of solutions alternatives, development of prototypes and generation of detailed technical requirements. 

Develops and implements agile software development methodologies, best practices, and standards to achieve the highest product quality while continuously improving performance and the productivity of the organization.

Defines, deploys, and drives sustainable and repeatable process improvements through the entire life cycle.  Prioritizes and manages resource allocation for the products based on changing business priorities and budget constraints.

Participates in the prioritization and coordination of systems enhancements, including the coordination of enhancements affecting multiple systems with the organization.

Manages the maintenance and presentation of the systems development roadmap, which provides the long-term vision for the Universal IT platforms.

Performs other duties as required. 

Supplemental Information:

This job description has been prepared to indicate the general nature and level of the work that the employee performs within their classification.  This description is not and cannot be interpreted as an inventory of all the duties, tasks, responsibilities, and qualifications required for the employees assigned to this job.

Education and / or Experience:

Bachelor's degree in management information systems, computer science, or equivalent, required. Masters preferred.

10+ years of previous experience in information technology, technical applications, information systems, or equivalent, required.

5+ years of experience in managing people, process, and tools.

6+ years of experience in programming languages such as Java, ASP.NET, C#.NET or similar technology, required.  

Advanced knowledge of the software development life cycle including systems design, programming techniques, databases, servers, problem solving, analytical, research skills and technical documentation required.  

Property and Casualty Insurance experience preferred.

Deep understanding of modern web development technologies in front-end and back-end architectures using .NET Visual Studio, JavaScript, CSS, Jquery, SSIS, SSRS, SQL Server

Experience with design patterns, code structure, continuous integration, object-oriented development using MVC, Forms, multi-threat patterns, GitLabs.

Experience in web integration using HTTP, SOAP, JSON, XML, RESTful API.

Familiarity with AWS application hosting services, high availability and resent cloud developments.

Experience in engineering business process flows.

Technical skills to master application configuration: modifying XML definitions, scripting (JavaScript, VB, etc.), understanding of relational database concepts, and other skills involved with implementing an advanced web application.

Demonstrated ability to design, configure, and unit-test software products.

Experience in testing frameworks (NUnit, JUnit, Gunit, etc.) & methodologies preferred.

Prior integration experience with insurance policy administration systems such as Guidewire’s InsuranceSuite products a plus.

Ability to provide clear direction, technical management & mentorship to managers, developers and business & data analysts. 

Advanced interpersonal and organizational skills.  Excellent verbal and written communication skills.  

Ability and proven track record in architecting large, complex software solutions with a strong understanding of all application layers. 

Ability and proven track record working with team on large, complex software systems with a strong understanding of the software development life cycle and project management concepts. 

Ability to work independently and in a team environment.  Experience working as a part of an agile development team.

Flexible, enthusiastic approach to work including a strong desire to learn. Capable of adapting quickly to new systems and learning, understanding, and applying new technologies.

Energetic and enthusiastic leader, Must be able to see tasks of the team through to completion without significant guidance.

Self-motivated, detail-oriented, energetic, and highly organized leader while remaining flexible & effective under pressure. 

Advanced knowledge of .NET technologies.

Advanced knowledge of SQL databases.

Advanced knowledge of business requirements documentation and technical specifications.

Advanced knowledge of project management tools & techniques.

Must be able to work under tight deadlines efficiently and with high quality.

Must possess strong organizational skills with demonstrated attention to detail.

Must be flexible and able to adapt in a changing business environment.

Must possess a positive attitude and strong work ethic.

Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Licenses and / or Certifications:   

Certified in Guidewire Configuration preferred.

Company

Our mission is to provide peace of mind to our customers and help policyholders recover from the unexpected. With our longevity, financial strength, and preparation, we will continue to fulfill this promise.

Universal North America is located in the beautiful city of Sarasota, on the Gulf Coast of Florida.

We operate in 17 states and offer a variety of coverages including Homeowners, Dwelling Fire, Condominium Unit Owners, Renters, Flood, Earthquake, Hurricane, Equipment Breakdown, and Businessowner insurance protection. (Not all coverages are available in all states.)

Our Property and Casualty Group maintains high Financial Stability Rating from A.M. Best and Demotech.

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