Principal Software Engineer

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following is a summary of the essential functions for this job. Other duties maybe performed, both major and minor, which are not mentioned below. Specific activities may change from time to time.
1. Function as top-level subject matter expert on assigned technology stack(s).
2. Research and maintain knowledge of emerging technologies and their application to the business and existing solutions.
3. Actively participate in architectural planning, cost modeling, resource and project planning to support the strategic needs of the company.
4. Lead existing and emerging technology and development processes, ensuring alignment with business goals and strategies.
5. Identify and develop sound application architecture patterns, frameworks, and standards for use across IT to drive application architecture consistency.
6. Apply in-depth knowledge of programming languages and designing, coding, and testing to deliver highly innovative solutions, including developing technology standards and procedures as required.
7. Build and maintain strong partnerships with all levels of management to drive improvements to the company’s entire application portfolio.
8. Be a resource for teammates at all levels, including overseeing the work of others and provide coaching and training for a small team.
9. Act as an Agile champion and leverages continuous engineering practices to deliver business value.

QUALIFICATIONS
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required Qualifications
1. Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field, or equivalent education and related training.
2. Minimum seven years’ experience in leading edge, complex technologies and techniques with additional experience within software development.
3. Strong experience with programming technologies such as Python, Microsoft .NET, VB.Net, C#, C++, ASP.Net and SQL Server, Azure IaaS and PaaS cloud services, Azure Data Services, and Azure OpenAI.
4. Working knowledge of automation technologies such as Microsoft Power Automate, UiPath or Automation Anywhere.
5. Proven experience integrating with proprietary and COTS applications, using API best practices for architecture and development.
6. Recognized in the industry for experience and knowledge, with in-depth knowledge and experience in information systems and ability to identify, apply, and implement best practices.
7. Understanding of multiple disciplines and processes related to the position, and experience applying and utilizing enterprise architectural standards and design principles.
8. Solid experience working knowledge of UML and design tools.
9. Ability to plan and manage projects independently through a culture of trust and accountability, and to drive change across the IT organization with strong business and financial acumen and effective communication skills.
10. Ability to establish strong relationships within the technical community.
11. Ability to unify activities within the technology community, coordinating with other businesses and engineering organizations.
12. Working experience in an agile environment, including agile development and release practices.
13. Ability to contribute effectively as a visionary for future technological capabilities and operational scenarios.
14. Ability to work within a demanding environment and manage time/priorities across multiple different projects.

Preferred Qualifications
1. Twelve years’ experience in technology.
2. Five years’ experience in the commercial P&C industry, or equivalent insurance industry experience.
3. Wholesale brokerage experience.
4. Proficiency working with Microsoft cloud technologies and related tooling.
5. Experience with Azure DevOps, such as CICD, templating and integrations.
6. Experience working with infrastructure as code, either Terraform or Bicep.
7. Experience with AI technologies; Microsoft OpenAI highly preferred.

General Description of Available Benefits for Eligible Employees of TIH:
All regular teammates (not temporary or contingent workers) working 20 hours or more per week are eligible for benefits, though eligibility for specific benefits may be determined by the division of TIH Insurance Holdings, LP (TIH) offering the position. TIH offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, accidental death and dismemberment and tax-preferred savings accounts, along with other voluntary benefits. All regularly scheduled teammates (not temporary or contingent workers), regardless of the number of scheduled hours, can contribute to a 401(k) savings plan and you become eligible for Company matching contributions after one year of service and attainment of age 21. Teammates also receive no less than 10 days of vacation (prorated based on date of hire and by full-time or part-time status) during their first year of employment, along with 10 sick days (also prorated), and paid holidays.