Technical Architect, AVP

Job Description

Technical Architect Bangalore, Karnataka, India We 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 The Technical Architect role is the lead technologist for a product or platform Third party products with high out of box implementation most likely will have their own technical architecture roles, so company Technical Architects mainly manage internal assets Technical Architects perform deliverable reviews and manage measurement of deliverable quality within the Delivery Team What you ll be DOING What will your essential responsibilities include? Specification of technologies, application architectures and data structures as a basis for application change for internal assets Producing quality, secure, scalable, high-performing, and resilient designs for new or improved services on both OnPrem and Cloud platform Lead the systems analysts, developers, and testers in sympathetic change to the applications For internal assets, support Application Managers to develop and maintain the Product Roadmap Define and maintain development standards such as system and data design, coding, etc Maintain a capacity plan with historical performance metrics, a future forecast, and a capacity model to ensure services and infrastructure deliver performance and growth targets in a cost effective and proactive manner Manage architecture exceptions for the application, including identifying, documenting, taking through exception approval process, and remediation where and when possible Monitor application services to ensure performance consistently meets non-functional requirements (response time, security, etc) Manage AXA XL security standards for the applications, including clean code, vulnerability identification and remediation, penetration test etc Work with the Application Manager & Delivery Lead(s) in defining, analyzing, planning, measuring and improving product availability and continuity Leads the DevOps team and developers in targeted use of DevOps for their application platform assets You will report to the Delivery Lead - Claims What you will BRING We re looking for someone who has these abilities and skills: Required Skills and Abilities: Proven experience in Microsoft technical suit like Dot Net (Core, Standard), SQL Server, C#, VBDot Net, ASPDot Net Deep understanding of enterprise integration patterns (API, middlewear and/or data migration, secured data flow) A moderate amount of Cloud based experience with Azure DevOps practices including CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code and containerization Proven experience in designing complex, scalable architectures for large enterprise environments Ability to break down complex problems, evaluate multiple solutions & choose the most suitable outcome based on tradeoffs Uphold technical integrity of internal assets at the logical and physical level, ensuring designs and changes done based on an outstanding architectural foundation Ability to work closely with cross-functional teams, including developers, product owners, and operations to ensure alignment on technicals goals and priorities Develop, own and publish the product technical architecture and design documentation Identify technical resources required to deliver the service and maintain plans for the short-, mid-, and long-term to support business cases for technical investments (upgrades, etc) Translates the high-level designs into the technical specifications to facilitate efficient and effective development and unit testing Desired Skills and Abilities: Proficiency with multiple application delivery models including Agile, iterative and waterfall Adaptable to new/different strategies, programs, technologies, practices, cultures, etc Comfortable with change, able to easily make transitions Advanced skills in developing tools, frameworks and processes intended to maximize software quality and minimize time-to-delivery Bachelor s degree in the field of computer science, information systems, business management, or a related field preferred Who WE are AXA 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 com What we OFFER Inclusion AXA 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 Total Rewards AXA XL s Reward program is designed to take care of what matters most to you, covering the full picture of your health, wellbeing, lifestyle and financial security It provides competitive compensation and personalized, inclusive benefits that evolve as you do We re committed to rewarding your contribution for the long term, so you can be your best self today and look forward to the future with confidence 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 Were 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 axaxl com/sustainability