Technical Lead - Risk Solutions IT at American Family Insurance Group

Cincinnati, Ohio, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Insurance, Property & Casualty, Financial ServicesIndustries

Requirements

10+ years’ experience with software development of Java or .NET applications
10+ years of knowledge of object-oriented concepts
10+ years’ experience with RDMS such as Oracle or SQL Server and integrations of the database with Java or .NET applications
10+ years SQL experience
A true passion for new technology
Experience with cloud native development
Experience with webservice/API development (REST)
Experience with web-based data formats (XML, JSON)
Experience with webservice testing tools (SoapUI, Postman)
Experience writing unit and acceptance tests
Experience mocking APIs
Experience with GitHub for version control
Experience developing applications using microservices framework
Experience demonstrating technical leadership
Experience with configuration-based applications

Responsibilities

Collaborates with other departments and stakeholders on requirements, design, standards, and architecture of applications and integrated solutions that enhance data flow and system interoperability
Develops comprehensive technical specifications based on conceptual design and stated business requirements
Performs, coordinates and leads the day-to-day development activities of employees, including planning for Sprints
Leads the design, programming, building and deployment of software applications and systems that support various business and insurance processes
Drives the implementation of new features and functionalities based on business requirements, enhancing the overall user experience
Ensures seamless integration of new applications with existing systems, minimizing disruptions to business operations
Performs complex maintenance and problem resolution on software applications
Monitors and optimizes application performance, identifying and resolving any issues that may impact system efficiency
Conducts regular performance assessments and implements improvements to ensure applications run smoothly and efficiently
Provides technical support to end-users and team members, addressing and resolving application-related issues in a timely manner
Adheres to standards for software development with emphasis on test driven development and quality of software
Proactively identifies opportunities for process improvements and implements solutions that enhance overall system performance
Participates in code reviews and status meetings
Develops time estimates for project deliverables
Responsible for performance and coaching of staff and has a participatory role in decisions regarding talent selection, development, and performance management
Performs other duties as assigned

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

JavaSpring Boot.NETSQLAgileScrumSoftware ArchitectureApplication DevelopmentSystem IntegrationSprint PlanningMentoringTechnical SpecificationsDeployment

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary or compensation for this Technical Lead role?

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Is this Technical Lead position remote or does it require office work?

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What key skills and experience are required for this role?

The role requires proven experience leading the design, programming, building and deployment of software applications, expertise in test driven development, sprint planning, code reviews, and ensuring seamless integration with existing systems.

What is the company culture like at Great American Insurance Group?

The company combines a 'small company' culture where ideas are heard with 'big company' expertise, values diverse backgrounds for business results, and aims to create an inclusive workplace where employees feel empowered to perform at their best.

What makes a strong candidate for this Technical Lead position?

Strong candidates have experience leading development teams, designing and deploying software applications, mentoring others, and delivering incremental value aligned with enterprise standards and business needs.