Principal Solution Architect - Corporate - XL Group
Hartford, CT 06183
About the Job
DescriptionStamford, CT I Hartford, CT I Morristown, NJ I USAWe invent the new to help the world move forward. Combining powerful analytics and deeper insights with bigger ideas and innovative solutions, we free up our clients’ potential, thereby fulfilling our own. Take it seriously. Make it fun. Know it matters.As each corporate area develops their enterprise strategy to transform our business, we are seeking a Corporate Principal Solutions Architect to partner with them in this initiative. This Corporate Solutions Architect is a hands-on, execution focused role helping translate their strategies, define architectures, and deliver the solutions across the various departments. In this role you will need to gain an understanding of various corporate systems, processes and partner across Finance, HR, Marketing, Communications, Workplace, and other areas in the corporate arena. You will function as an architecture subject matter expert for our various projects.DISCOVER your opportunityWhat will your essential responsibilities include?
• Understanding of AXA XL’s existing architecture
• Understand user requirements (desired output & outcome) and existing environments (current state), and translate these into an architecture and road map
• Collaborate with customers, analysts, other architects, modelers, developers, testers, partners and vendors
• Guide the full lifecycle of a Solution, including:o Understand the Business Capabilities that are required and translate this to Technical Capabilities and Solution Architecture o Assist the customer (and business solutions analysts) to define and declare non-functional requirements for building out solution capabilitieso Design AXA XL’s architecture and solutions to meet business requirements in a manner that balances architectural standards, and implementation and operational risks, with restricted parameters such as budget and timeo Document solution interactions and relationships, along with basic infrastructure and application onboarding requirementso Assist in the creation of cost estimates including implementation as well as total cost of ownershipo Ensure the future-state solutions have been fully vetted, are performant and scalable, enable agility, can be supported, are cost effective and highly available, and meet the robust needs of the businesso Ensure security by design to meet Information Security policies, Legal, Compliance, Risk, and Regulatory requirements, and industry best practiceo Assess vendor tools based on required capabilities, future capabilities, and architecture drivers, and document justification for tool selectiono Be hands on to demonstrate tools, patterns, security, performance, scalability, etc. in a lab environment when necessaryo Work with quality assurance team to ensure the testing approach is appropriate for the given architecture and solutiono Lead design reviews (pre-development) and implementation reviews (post-development) to ensure principles and standards are followed, and that technical debt is managedo Create a feedback loop for those who are implementing and interacting with the solutionso Participate in the definition of adoption and experience metrics for the solution to measure the success of the solution
• Present architecture decisions, explain the end-to-end solution, educate others how they can contribute, and provide guidance on tool usage
• Extract best-practice knowledge, reference architectures, and patterns for sharing with the broader community of Architects at AXA XL and/or AXA Group
• Document cost and performance metrics for different design patterns, and provide project teams the ability to decide the most appropriate pattern for their requirements, timeline, and budget
• Participate in the definition and maintenance of Architecture principles and artifacts
• Engage with tool vendors on their roadmaps and appropriate usage of their tools
• Engage with industry experts to validate the architecture and designs, and understand industry trends
• Coordinate with Data Privacy, Global Technology, Social Relations Boards, and Information SecurityThe Principal Solution Architect will report to Head of Enterprise Architecture for Corporate and Reinsurance.QualificationsSHARE your talentWe’re looking for someone who has these abilities and skills:
• Corporate architecture authority & accountability, is self-supervising from a technical perspective
• Act as a strategic advisor to management
• Use skills to profoundly influence senior/executive management where contributions may impact the industry as well as the company
• Strong management and leadership skills with the ability to influence department’s strategy
• Work on novel and diverse, "state-of-the-art" issues/problems, and on assignments of large scope, impact and importance
• Contribute to the development of the Strategic Architecture
• Provide technical training and direction to others as needed at all levels of the organization
• Several years in relevant architecture roles
• Possess broad and deep insurance and architecture expertise and knowledge
• Understand & be able to communicate business problems & technical solutions in appropriate terminology and ability to influence across business lines
• Ability to navigate business dynamics/political sensitivities
• Excellent presentation, communication (oral & written), and relationship building skills, across all levels of management
• Strong Organizational skills with attention to detail and ability to handle change
• Excellent problem solving and analysis skills
• Must be able to work well under pressure and consistently meet deadlines
• Ability to work as part of a team or to be self-directed as required
• Practiced at working as part of a global team (including outsourcing) spanning multiple time zones
• Knowledge and active use of Agile, SCRUM and Continuous Delivery
• Understand cultural differences and be effective working in a diverse environment
• Passion for learning and prepared to go the “extra mile”
• You care about what you do, and what we do
• Hands-on experience with architecting, implementing, and performance tuning of: o Corporate products & serviceso Azure cloud platform environmento O365 environmento Container & Orchestration platformso Relational databases and structured query languageso Message queues, streaming technologies, and event driven architectureo Microserviceso Integration and ETL/ELT technologies o Data management and analytics o Reference & Master Data Managemento Access control and security - Knowledge of identity management solutions, role-based access control and modern authentication approaches.FIND your futureAXA XL, the P&C and specialty risk division of AXA, is known for solving complex risks. For mid-sized companies, multinationals and even some inspirational individuals we don’t just provide re/insurance, we reinvent it.How? By combining a comprehensive and efficient capital platform, data-driven insights, leading technology, and the best talent in an agile and inclusive workspace, empowered to deliver top client service across all our lines of business property, casualty, professional, financial lines and specialty.With an innovative and flexible approach to risk solutions, we partner with those who move the world forward.Learn more at axaxl.comInclusion & DiversityAXA 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. At AXA XL, we know that an inclusive culture and a diverse workforce enable business growth and are critical to our success. That’s why we have made a strategic commitment to attract, develop, advance and retain the most diverse workforce possible, and create an inclusive culture where everyone can bring their full selves to work and can reach their highest potential. It’s about helping one another — and our business — to move forward and succeed. 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 Learn more at axaxl.com/about-us/inclusion-and-diversity. AXA XL is an Equal Opportunity Employer.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. We know that sustainability is at the root of a more resilient future. Our 2023-26 Sustainability strategy, called “Roots of resilience,” focuses on protecting natural ecosystems, addressing climate change, and embedding sustainable practices across our operations. Our Pillars:Valuing nature: How we impact nature affects how nature impacts us. Resilient ecosystems - the foundation of a sustainable planet and society – are essential to our future. We’re committed to protecting and restoring nature – from mangrove forests to the bees in our backyard – by increasing biodiversity awareness and inspiring clients and colleagues to put nature at the heart of their plans.Addressing climate change: The effects of a changing climate are far reaching and significant. Unpredictable weather, increasing temperatures, and rising sea levels cause both social inequalities and environmental disruption. We're building a net zero strategy, developing insurance products and services, and mobilizing to advance thought leadership and investment in societal-led solutions.Integrating ESG: All companies have a role to play in building a more resilient future. Incorporating ESG considerations into our internal processes and practices builds resilience from the roots of our business. We’re training our colleagues, engaging our external partners, and evolving our sustainability governance and reporting.AXA Hearts in Action: We have established volunteering and charitable giving programs to help colleagues support causes that matter most to them, known as AXA XL’s “Hearts in Action” programs. These include our Matching Gifts program, Volunteering Leave, and our annual volunteering day – the Global Day of Giving.For more information, please see Sustainability at AXA XL.The U.S. pay range for this position is $118,500 – $233,000. Actual pay will be determined based upon the individual’s skills, experience, and location. We strive for market alignment and internal equity with our colleagues’ pay.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. Wealsobelieve in fostering our colleagues' development and offer a wide range of learning opportunities for colleagues to hone their professional skills and to position themselves for the next step of their careers. For more details aboutAXA XL’s benefits offerings, please visit US-Benefits-at-a-Glance_2023_US.pdf (myaxaxlbenefits.com).Job Field: ITJob Type: StandardSchedule: Full-time
• Understanding of AXA XL’s existing architecture
• Understand user requirements (desired output & outcome) and existing environments (current state), and translate these into an architecture and road map
• Collaborate with customers, analysts, other architects, modelers, developers, testers, partners and vendors
• Guide the full lifecycle of a Solution, including:o Understand the Business Capabilities that are required and translate this to Technical Capabilities and Solution Architecture o Assist the customer (and business solutions analysts) to define and declare non-functional requirements for building out solution capabilitieso Design AXA XL’s architecture and solutions to meet business requirements in a manner that balances architectural standards, and implementation and operational risks, with restricted parameters such as budget and timeo Document solution interactions and relationships, along with basic infrastructure and application onboarding requirementso Assist in the creation of cost estimates including implementation as well as total cost of ownershipo Ensure the future-state solutions have been fully vetted, are performant and scalable, enable agility, can be supported, are cost effective and highly available, and meet the robust needs of the businesso Ensure security by design to meet Information Security policies, Legal, Compliance, Risk, and Regulatory requirements, and industry best practiceo Assess vendor tools based on required capabilities, future capabilities, and architecture drivers, and document justification for tool selectiono Be hands on to demonstrate tools, patterns, security, performance, scalability, etc. in a lab environment when necessaryo Work with quality assurance team to ensure the testing approach is appropriate for the given architecture and solutiono Lead design reviews (pre-development) and implementation reviews (post-development) to ensure principles and standards are followed, and that technical debt is managedo Create a feedback loop for those who are implementing and interacting with the solutionso Participate in the definition of adoption and experience metrics for the solution to measure the success of the solution
• Present architecture decisions, explain the end-to-end solution, educate others how they can contribute, and provide guidance on tool usage
• Extract best-practice knowledge, reference architectures, and patterns for sharing with the broader community of Architects at AXA XL and/or AXA Group
• Document cost and performance metrics for different design patterns, and provide project teams the ability to decide the most appropriate pattern for their requirements, timeline, and budget
• Participate in the definition and maintenance of Architecture principles and artifacts
• Engage with tool vendors on their roadmaps and appropriate usage of their tools
• Engage with industry experts to validate the architecture and designs, and understand industry trends
• Coordinate with Data Privacy, Global Technology, Social Relations Boards, and Information SecurityThe Principal Solution Architect will report to Head of Enterprise Architecture for Corporate and Reinsurance.QualificationsSHARE your talentWe’re looking for someone who has these abilities and skills:
• Corporate architecture authority & accountability, is self-supervising from a technical perspective
• Act as a strategic advisor to management
• Use skills to profoundly influence senior/executive management where contributions may impact the industry as well as the company
• Strong management and leadership skills with the ability to influence department’s strategy
• Work on novel and diverse, "state-of-the-art" issues/problems, and on assignments of large scope, impact and importance
• Contribute to the development of the Strategic Architecture
• Provide technical training and direction to others as needed at all levels of the organization
• Several years in relevant architecture roles
• Possess broad and deep insurance and architecture expertise and knowledge
• Understand & be able to communicate business problems & technical solutions in appropriate terminology and ability to influence across business lines
• Ability to navigate business dynamics/political sensitivities
• Excellent presentation, communication (oral & written), and relationship building skills, across all levels of management
• Strong Organizational skills with attention to detail and ability to handle change
• Excellent problem solving and analysis skills
• Must be able to work well under pressure and consistently meet deadlines
• Ability to work as part of a team or to be self-directed as required
• Practiced at working as part of a global team (including outsourcing) spanning multiple time zones
• Knowledge and active use of Agile, SCRUM and Continuous Delivery
• Understand cultural differences and be effective working in a diverse environment
• Passion for learning and prepared to go the “extra mile”
• You care about what you do, and what we do
• Hands-on experience with architecting, implementing, and performance tuning of: o Corporate products & serviceso Azure cloud platform environmento O365 environmento Container & Orchestration platformso Relational databases and structured query languageso Message queues, streaming technologies, and event driven architectureo Microserviceso Integration and ETL/ELT technologies o Data management and analytics o Reference & Master Data Managemento Access control and security - Knowledge of identity management solutions, role-based access control and modern authentication approaches.FIND your futureAXA XL, the P&C and specialty risk division of AXA, is known for solving complex risks. For mid-sized companies, multinationals and even some inspirational individuals we don’t just provide re/insurance, we reinvent it.How? By combining a comprehensive and efficient capital platform, data-driven insights, leading technology, and the best talent in an agile and inclusive workspace, empowered to deliver top client service across all our lines of business property, casualty, professional, financial lines and specialty.With an innovative and flexible approach to risk solutions, we partner with those who move the world forward.Learn more at axaxl.comInclusion & DiversityAXA 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. At AXA XL, we know that an inclusive culture and a diverse workforce enable business growth and are critical to our success. That’s why we have made a strategic commitment to attract, develop, advance and retain the most diverse workforce possible, and create an inclusive culture where everyone can bring their full selves to work and can reach their highest potential. It’s about helping one another — and our business — to move forward and succeed. 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 Learn more at axaxl.com/about-us/inclusion-and-diversity. AXA XL is an Equal Opportunity Employer.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. We know that sustainability is at the root of a more resilient future. Our 2023-26 Sustainability strategy, called “Roots of resilience,” focuses on protecting natural ecosystems, addressing climate change, and embedding sustainable practices across our operations. Our Pillars:Valuing nature: How we impact nature affects how nature impacts us. Resilient ecosystems - the foundation of a sustainable planet and society – are essential to our future. We’re committed to protecting and restoring nature – from mangrove forests to the bees in our backyard – by increasing biodiversity awareness and inspiring clients and colleagues to put nature at the heart of their plans.Addressing climate change: The effects of a changing climate are far reaching and significant. Unpredictable weather, increasing temperatures, and rising sea levels cause both social inequalities and environmental disruption. We're building a net zero strategy, developing insurance products and services, and mobilizing to advance thought leadership and investment in societal-led solutions.Integrating ESG: All companies have a role to play in building a more resilient future. Incorporating ESG considerations into our internal processes and practices builds resilience from the roots of our business. We’re training our colleagues, engaging our external partners, and evolving our sustainability governance and reporting.AXA Hearts in Action: We have established volunteering and charitable giving programs to help colleagues support causes that matter most to them, known as AXA XL’s “Hearts in Action” programs. These include our Matching Gifts program, Volunteering Leave, and our annual volunteering day – the Global Day of Giving.For more information, please see Sustainability at AXA XL.The U.S. pay range for this position is $118,500 – $233,000. Actual pay will be determined based upon the individual’s skills, experience, and location. We strive for market alignment and internal equity with our colleagues’ pay.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. Wealsobelieve in fostering our colleagues' development and offer a wide range of learning opportunities for colleagues to hone their professional skills and to position themselves for the next step of their careers. For more details aboutAXA XL’s benefits offerings, please visit US-Benefits-at-a-Glance_2023_US.pdf (myaxaxlbenefits.com).Job Field: ITJob Type: StandardSchedule: Full-time
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