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Guidewire Technical Architect
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AXA XL The Technical Architect role is the lead technologist for a product or platform. Technical Architects perform deliverable reviews and manage measurement of deliverable quality within the Delivery Team. What you’ll be doing What will your essential responsibilities include? Specification of technologies, application architectures and data structures as a basis for application change for internal assets Producing quality, secure, scalable, high-performing, and resilient designs for new or improved services Lead the systems analysts, developers, and testers in sympathetic change to the applications For internal assets, support Application Managers to develop and maintain the Product Roadmap Define and maintain development standards such as system and data design, coding, etc. Maintain a capacity plan with historical performance metrics, a future forecast, and a capacity model to ensure services and infrastructure deliver performance and growth targets in a cost effective and proactive manner Manage architecture exceptions for the application, including identifying, documenting, taking through exception approval process, and remediation where and when possible Monitor application services to ensure performance consistently meets non-functional requirements (response time, security, etc.) Work with the Application Manager & Delivery Lead(s) in defining, analyzing, planning, measuring and improving product availability and continuity Leads the DevOps team and developers in targeted use of DevOps for their application platform assets. What you’ll bring We’re looking for someone who has these abilities and skills: A moderate amount of Cloud based insurance applications (Ex. Guidewire, DuckCreek, etc.) and DevOps practices including CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code and containerization Demonstrated experience in billing and payment solutions within the insurance domain, including integration with external applications Proven experience in designing complex, scalable architectures for large enterprise environments Ability to break down complex problems, evaluate multiple solutions & choose the most suitable outcome based on tradeoffs Uphold technical integrity of internal assets at the logical and physical level, ensuring designs and changes done based on an outstanding architectural foundation. Deep understanding of enterprise integration patterns (API, middlewear and/or data migration) Ability to work closely with cross-functional teams, including developers, product owners, and operations to ensure alignment on technical goals and priorities Develop, own and publish the product technical architecture and design documentation Identify technical resources required to deliver the service and maintain plans for the short-, mid-, and long-term to support business cases for technical investments (upgrades, etc.) Translates the high-level designs into the technical specifications to facilitate efficient and effective development and unit testing Proficiency with multiple application delivery models including Agile, iterative and waterfall Adaptable to new/different strategies, programs, technologies, practices, cultures, etc. Comfortable with change, able to easily make transitions. Advanced skills in developing tools, frameworks and processes intended to maximize software quality and minimize time-to-delivery Bachelor’s degree in the field of computer science, information systems, business management, or a related field preferred Inclusion AXA XL is committed to equal employment opportunity and will consider applicants regardless of gender, sexual orientation, age, ethnicity and origins, marital status, religion, disability, or any other protected characteristic. Five Business Resource Groups focused on gender, LGBTQ+, ethnicity and origins, disability and inclusion with 20 Chapters around the globe. Robust support for Flexible Working Arrangements Enhanced family-friendly leave benefits Named to the Diversity Best Practices Index Signatory to the UK Women in Finance Charter Total Rewards AXA XL’s Reward program is designed to take care of what matters most to you, covering the full picture of your health, wellbeing, lifestyle and financial security. Sustainability At AXA XL, Sustainability is integral to our business strategy. In an ever-changing world, AXA XL protects what matters most for our clients and communities. Valuing nature: How we impact nature affects how nature impacts us. Addressing climate change: The effects of a changing climate are far-reaching and significant. Integrating ESG: All companies have a role to play in building a more resilient future. AXA Hearts in Action: We have established volunteering and charitable giving programs to help colleagues support causes that matter most to them. The U.S. base salary range for this position is $106,500 - $186,500 USD. At AXA XL, we know how important physical, mental, and financial health are to our employees, which is why we are proud to offer benefits such as a competitive retirement savings plan, health and wellness programs, and many other benefits. IsExpired : false
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Guidewire Technical Architect
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AXA XL The Technical Architect role is the lead technologist for a product or platform. Technical Architects perform deliverable reviews and manage measurement of deliverable quality within the Delivery Team. What you’ll be doing What will your essential responsibilities include? Specification of technologies, application architectures and data structures as a basis for application change for internal assets Producing quality, secure, scalable, high-performing, and resilient designs for new or improved services Lead the systems analysts, developers, and testers in sympathetic change to the applications For internal assets, support Application Managers to develop and maintain the Product Roadmap Define and maintain development standards such as system and data design, coding, etc. Maintain a capacity plan with historical performance metrics, a future forecast, and a capacity model to ensure services and infrastructure deliver performance and growth targets in a cost effective and proactive manner Manage architecture exceptions for the application, including identifying, documenting, taking through exception approval process, and remediation where and when possible Monitor application services to ensure performance consistently meets non-functional requirements (response time, security, etc.) Work with the Application Manager & Delivery Lead(s) in defining, analyzing, planning, measuring and improving product availability and continuity Leads the DevOps team and developers in targeted use of DevOps for their application platform assets. What you’ll bring We’re looking for someone who has these abilities and skills: A moderate amount of Cloud based insurance applications (Ex. Guidewire, DuckCreek, etc.) and DevOps practices including CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code and containerization Demonstrated experience in billing and payment solutions within the insurance domain, including integration with external applications Proven experience in designing complex, scalable architectures for large enterprise environments Ability to break down complex problems, evaluate multiple solutions & choose the most suitable outcome based on tradeoffs Uphold technical integrity of internal assets at the logical and physical level, ensuring designs and changes done based on an outstanding architectural foundation. Deep understanding of enterprise integration patterns (API, middlewear and/or data migration) Ability to work closely with cross-functional teams, including developers, product owners, and operations to ensure alignment on technical goals and priorities Develop, own and publish the product technical architecture and design documentation Identify technical resources required to deliver the service and maintain plans for the short-, mid-, and long-term to support business cases for technical investments (upgrades, etc.) Translates the high-level designs into the technical specifications to facilitate efficient and effective development and unit testing Proficiency with multiple application delivery models including Agile, iterative and waterfall Adaptable to new/different strategies, programs, technologies, practices, cultures, etc. Comfortable with change, able to easily make transitions. Advanced skills in developing tools, frameworks and processes intended to maximize software quality and minimize time-to-delivery Bachelor’s degree in the field of computer science, information systems, business management, or a related field preferred Inclusion AXA XL is committed to equal employment opportunity and will consider applicants regardless of gender, sexual orientation, age, ethnicity and origins, marital status, religion, disability, or any other protected characteristic. Five Business Resource Groups focused on gender, LGBTQ+, ethnicity and origins, disability and inclusion with 20 Chapters around the globe. Robust support for Flexible Working Arrangements Enhanced family-friendly leave benefits Named to the Diversity Best Practices Index Signatory to the UK Women in Finance Charter Total Rewards AXA XL’s Reward program is designed to take care of what matters most to you, covering the full picture of your health, wellbeing, lifestyle and financial security. Sustainability At AXA XL, Sustainability is integral to our business strategy. In an ever-changing world, AXA XL protects what matters most for our clients and communities. Valuing nature: How we impact nature affects how nature impacts us. Addressing climate change: The effects of a changing climate are far-reaching and significant. Integrating ESG: All companies have a role to play in building a more resilient future. AXA Hearts in Action: We have established volunteering and charitable giving programs to help colleagues support causes that matter most to them. The U.S. base salary range for this position is $106,500 - $186,500 USD. At AXA XL, we know how important physical, mental, and financial health are to our employees, which is why we are proud to offer benefits such as a competitive retirement savings plan, health and wellness programs, and many other benefits. IsExpired : false
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