Job Description

Scope

Reporting to the Global Head of Architecture, this leader will be responsible for leading the design and technology roadmaps for all the global technology and insurance platforms (following are examples)

1. Underwriting Platform, rating platform etc.,
2. Integration, API management, and BPM Platforms

S/he will be also be responsible for evangelizing the adoption of these platforms in partnership with global CIO teams. S/he will govern global solution design levergaing these platforms

This position is a critical strategic role that will partner closely with Regional CIOs, Heads of Technology and Business Leaders to develop and execute our platform strategy.

Objective

Drive purposeful thought leadership, strategy and execution for Chubb's Core Platform Architecture Organization.
Defining, implementing and communicating the vision of the platform architecture that supports and drives Chubb's business strategies. Provide strategic engineering leadership, oversight, guidance and support to drive a competitive edge by leveraging cloud scale architectures and next gen technology solutions enabling differentiated business opportunities. A strong focus is required to roadmap technology and business capabilities into executables, improve efficiencies and reduce operating expenses.

Requires a "transformational" leader with an entrepreneurial mindset, able to influence change at all levels of the organization, and deliver globally to achieve results. Able to demonstrate how a Platform/Product operating model drives innovation, speed and efficiency in software delivery.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will come from a complex multinational organization and be a visionary leader in Platform/Product development and operating models. Bachelor's degree in computer science, business, or a related field. Master's degree or equivalent experience preferred.

• 20+ years relevant work experience, including experience leading large, cross-functional teams across engineering, architecture and product development
• Knowledge of insurance underwriting products - Duck Creek preferred
• Strong knowledge of cloud native architectures, full stack application and product development
• Experience with taking a product to market on an internal or external cloud platform
• Experience working in or with large enterprises in Digital Transformation programs
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills; Data driven and results oriented.
• Experience in affecting large culture change.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work with seamlessly with remote teams
• Experience delivering with an agile methodology.
• Capability to define a well thought out organizational strategy and execute on an associated operational plan.
• Exceptional strategic analysis, problem solving, issue resolution and decision-making skills.
• Leadership skills: individual leadership, change leadership, mentorship, motivation, coaching and development, and the ability to galvanize the support of others where possible.
• Highly detail-oriented, deadline-driven, and able to embrace change without frustration.
• Delivery of high-quality strategic large-scale projects.
• Ability to manage senior staff as well as manage staff remotely across multiple locations, time zones and cultures.
• Demonstrated track record and ability to influence external organizations.
• Self-directed, motivated, and managed; ability to deal with imperfect information, decision, and drive to successful conclusions.
• Experience leading re-organization and uniting teams to work collaboratively.
• Ability to handle constant pressure and juggle multiple demands.
• Flexibility with travel.
• Demonstrated ability to work across organizational boundaries and geographies.
• Understanding of the agile software development processes and lifecycle with understanding of financial impacts.
• Demonstrated experience evaluating and driving safe, sound processes through review, evaluation, and management of effective controls.
• Great at mentoring, coaching as well as being a diversity champion.
• Demonstrated ability to work with a Team of executives for common purpose.
• Excellent organizational skills; must be able to manage disparate tasks, project plans and ad-hoc teams without solid lines of authority.
• Strong analytical, strategic thinking and communication skills - must have ability to synthesize, develop and present clear and concise recommendations.
• Collaborative and team player, ensuring overall business success.
• Exceptional influencing skills with sound judgment and decision-making skills.
• A rounded knowledge of operations organization in a large scale, complex organization is critical.
• Strong talent focuses and ability to successfully recruit and develop experts from leading organizations across the globe.
• Ability to communicate a compelling vision and inspire others to deliver on an ambitious, complex, global roadmap.
• Ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels within an organization, from the most technical engineer to the business / executive leader.
• Possess uncompromising ethics, unwavering integrity and understanding of risk & regulatory process, as well as outstanding communications and interpersonal skills.

The pay range for the role is $159,300 to $270,700. The specific offer will depend on an applicant's skills and other factors. This role may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program. Chubb offers a comprehensive benefits package, more details on which can be found on our careers website. The disclosed pay range estimate may be adjusted for the applicable geographic differential for the location in which the position is filled.

About Us

Chubb is a world leader in insurance. With operations in 54 countries, Chubb provides commercial and personal property and casualty insurance, personal accident and supplemental health insurance, reinsurance, and life insurance to a diverse group of clients. The company is distinguished by its extensive product and service offerings, broad distribution capabilities, exceptional financial strength, underwriting excellence, superior claims handling expertise and local operations globally.

At Chubb, we are committed to equal employment opportunity and compliance with all laws and regulations pertaining to it. Our policy is to provide employment, training, compensation, promotion, and other conditions or opportunities of employment, without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, ancestry, mental and physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, age, and pregnancy or any other characteristic protected by law. Performance and qualifications are the only basis upon which we hire, assign, promote, compensate, develop and retain employees. Chubb prohibits all unlawful discrimination, harassment and retaliation against any individual who reports discrimination or harassment.