Tech Lead AC&L

Job Title: Full-Stack Tech Lead Insurance Industry

Experience Level: 10 years of full-stack development experience with 5 years in a technical leadership role.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a Full-Stack Tech Lead with deep expertise in React Java and a solid understanding of the insurance industry to join our technology this role you will lead the development of scalable secure and customer-centric applications that power our insurance products and services. You will collaborate closely with product design and engineering teams to deliver digital solutions that streamline insurance operations enhance customer experience and drive business growth.

This position offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of insurance and technology leveraging modern development practices to build products that address real-world industry challenges like policy management claims processing underwriting and customer engagement.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Technical Leadership & Strategy

• Lead and mentor a team of full-stack engineers promoting a culture of continuous learning and technical excellence.
• Collaborate with product and business stakeholders to define technical strategies aligned with the companys insurance product roadmap.
• Drive the adoption of modern tools frameworks and development practices to enhance team productivity and code quality.

2. Frontend Development (React)

• Architect design and build responsive user-friendly applications using Redux React Query and TypeScript.
• Develop modular and reusable UI components for policy management claims tracking customer portals and other insurance-related applications.
• Optimize frontend performance to ensure seamless experiences for agents customers and underwriters.

3. Backend Development & Integration

• Design and implement secure scalable and high-performance backend services using Java .
• Develop and maintain APIs (REST/GraphQL) for core insurance functionalities such as policy issuance claims adjudication and premium calculations.
• Integrate with third-party systems like CRM platforms underwriting engines and payment gateways.

4. System Architecture & Quality

• Design and document microservices architecture to support evolving business needs.
• Ensure applications are compliant with industry standards like PCI-DSS GDPR HIPAA (for health insurance) and relevant insurance regulations.
• Implement and oversee automated testing strategies (unit integration and end-to-end) to maintain high-quality code.

5. Collaboration & Cross-Functional Engagement

• Work closely with product owners actuaries underwriters and claims teams to deliver software that meets the evolving needs of insurance operations.
• Participate in PI Planning and product roadmap discussions providing technical insights for new insurance product initiatives.
• Collaborate with DevOps teams to ensure smooth CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure scalability.

Key Products You will Work On:

Customer Self-Service Portals: Enable customers to view policies submit claims and track claim status.

• Agent & Broker Platforms: Develop tools for insurance agents to quote bind and manage policies efficiently.
• Underwriting Systems: Integrate with automated underwriting platforms to streamline policy issuance.
• Claims Management Applications: Build applications to automate claims intake adjudication and communication.

Required Qualifications:

10 years of full-stack development experience with a strong focus on modern frontend frameworks like .

• Proven track record of leading technical teams and delivering complex projects in the insurance or financial services sector.
• Strong proficiency in JavaScript/TypeScript React core concepts (Hooks Context API) and state management tools like Redux or Zustand.
• Solid experience with Java for backend development.
• In-depth understanding of API development (REST/GraphQL) and microservices architecture.
• Experience with databases like PostgreSQL MySQL or MongoDB.
• Proficiency in cloud platforms (AWS Azure or GCP) including services like Lambda ECS/EKS and S3.
• Knowledge of insurance industry-specific integrations such as policy administration systems claims management platforms and actuarial tools.
• Strong grasp of DevOps practices including CI/CD pipelines Docker and Kubernetes.

Soft Skills:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to bridge technical and business teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities particularly in the context of insurance processes and customer needs.
• Ability to balance short-term delivery goals with long-term architectural vision.
• Passion for driving innovation in a traditional industry through modern technology solutions.

Why Join Us

• Be part of a mission-driven team transforming the insurance industry with modern technology.
• Lead innovative projects that impact how customers and agents interact with insurance services.
• Enjoy a collaborative supportive and growth-oriented environment.
• Competitive compensation benefits and professional development opportunities.

This position can be based in any of the following locations:

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