Job Description
Position Overview
Penn Mutual is in search of a seasoned and demonstrated Director of Software Engineering, to lead and establish the technology systems for the Group/Multi-Life Executive benefit line of business, as Penn Mutual looks to aggressively enter this line of business.
The ideal candidate has experience working in Group/Multilife Life Insurance systems and possesses a background in software engineering, with experience in leading high performing teams to build out the full insurance processing pipeline. Exceptional communication skills are imperative for success, along with a keen focus on delivering impactful business value through technology. This role is centered around developing a trusted relationship with the business, mentoring staff, and collaborating with product owners to ensure the successful delivery of functionality.
We’ve embraced a flexible, hybrid approach to work. Based on your role and personal preference, we empower you to choose where you work best. This model allows you to balance your life and bring your whole self to work.
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage a diverse team of software engineers, including recruiting, hiring, onboarding, training, and performance management.
- Provide strategic direction and technical leadership to the engineering organization, setting clear objectives, goals, and priorities aligned with company objectives.
- Drive the development and delivery of high-quality software solutions, ensuring adherence to best practices, coding standards, and quality standards.
- Collaborate with product management, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to define product roadmaps, prioritize initiatives, and allocate resources effectively.
- Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and accountability, promoting open communication, feedback, and knowledge sharing among team members.
- Establish and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels, including executive leadership, to ensure alignment of technical initiatives with business goals.
- Drive continuous improvement and operational excellence within the engineering organization, identifying opportunities for process optimization, tooling enhancements, and technology adoption.
- Manage and track project schedules, budgets, and resources, and ensure timely delivery of software solutions within scope and budget constraints.
- Represent the engineering organization in strategic planning and communicate key insights and recommendations to executive leadership.
Skills And Abilities
- Solid understanding of the insurance processing pipeline from application to inforce.
- Strong technical background in software development, with proficiency in one or more programming languages and technologies.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate technical concepts and decisions to stakeholders at all levels.
- Proven track record of driving technical innovation, fostering a culture of excellence, and achieving business objectives.
- Experience with agile development methodologies, project management tools, and modern software development practices.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, with a focus on delivering results and meeting deadlines.
- Experience with cloud computing platforms and technologies, such as AWS.
- Knowledge of software architecture principles, design patterns, and system integrations.
- Excellent organization skills, with the ability to execute on prioritizes and meet deadlines.
Education
- Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field Required
Experience
- 10+ years of professional experience in software development, with a strong track record of delivering high-quality software solutions.
- 10+ years of experience working in an agile software development environment.
- 5+ years of experience in the Insurance or Financial services industry with experience supporting Group or Multi life benefits administration.
- 3+ years in a leadership or management role, with demonstrated success in leading and developing geographically distributed, engineering teams of any size.
Base Salary Range - $163,000 - $195,000
For over 175 years, Penn Mutual has empowered individuals, families and businesses on the journey to achieve their financial goals. Through our partnership with Financial Professionals across the U.S., we help instill the confidence and reliability that comes from a stronger financial future. Penn Mutual and its affiliates offer a comprehensive suite of competitive products and services to meet the unique needs of Financial Professionals and their clients, including life insurance, annuities, wealth management and institutional asset management. To learn more, including current financial strength ratings, visit www.pennmutual.com.
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