Vice President of Engineering
Hartford, CT, United States
Our industry leading Insurance client is on a mission to transform our Technology landscape, and we're seeking a visionary VP, Software Engineering to lead the charge!
As the leader of our Claim Technology organization, you'll define the technical strategy that empowers engineers across departments. You'll be a champion for innovation, removing roadblocks and fostering a culture of high-performing software development. This role would report into the CIO.
Here's what you'll do:
Shape the future: Develop a clear technical vision that guides Claim Technology and the broader software engineering organization.
Break down silos: Identify and eliminate barriers to productivity, fostering collaboration across teams.
Deliver excellence: Champion modern engineering practices, test automation, and operational excellence to drive high-quality, resilient solutions.
Lead with expertise: Be a recognized thought leader, contributing your deep domain knowledge to both Claim and the entire software engineering community.
Build a world-class team: Attract, develop, and mentor top talent, cultivating a strong pipeline of future leaders.
Foster innovation: Champion a culture of continuous learning and exploration, seeking new technologies to solve industry-wide problems.
We're looking for someone with:
Proven leadership: 7+ years of experience leading and motivating large engineering teams.
Technical vision: A keen understanding of software development trends and the ability to translate them into actionable strategies.
Delivery expertise: A proven track record of delivering high-quality, maintainable software solutions.
Communication mastery: The ability to articulate complex technical concepts for both technical and non-technical audiences.
Problem-solving prowess: A knack for tackling complex challenges and developing elegant, sustainable solutions.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field (or equivalent work experience)
Extensive years of programming/development experience
5 years of technical leadership experience
Experience leading a team of 100+