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ISC (Integrated Specialty Coverages, LLC)
Chief Architect
About Integrated Specialty Coverages
Integrated Specialty Coverages, LLC (ISC) is a growth stage technology and data-driven commercial insurance wholesaler leading innovation in the market.
Backed by one of the leading private equity firms, KKR, and led by a forward-thinking management team, ISC is combining the worlds of insurance and technology to create an Insurtech powerhouse. As a leading online distributor of insurance products for a range of industries and “Main Street USA”, we are looking for the right people to help us in our mission of achieving exponential growth. We strive to be the number one place to go for brokers and agents to source insurance. To accomplish this, we’re building a digitally focused team that deeply understands the intersection between user experience, data, and AI/ML to optimize the way we engage with our customers and partners.
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Chief Architect to oversee the architecture of a complex ecosystem of custom-built software and licensed enterprise applications. This role involves hands-on development and ownership of the architecture roadmap, ensuring the seamless integration and performance of our overall technology solutions. This position reports to the Chief Technology Officer.
Position Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain the architecture roadmap, ensuring alignment with business goals and technology strategy.
- Provide technology leadership to the development team.
- Lead hands-on development efforts, providing technical guidance and mentorship to the development team. Participate in code reviews and evaluation.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and optimize software solutions. Facilitate effective communication between stakeholders, including developers, product managers, and executives.
- Ensure the scalability, security, and performance of the software architecture.
- Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends, integrating relevant advancements into the architecture.
- Drive innovation and continuous improvement within the architecture and development processes.
- Provide thought leadership and represents ISC externally in technology conferences and events.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent, Master’s degree preferred.
- Minimum of 10 years of software development experience, with at least 5 years in an architecture leadership role.
- Proficiency in various programming languages and frameworks, including .NET, Java, JavaScript and SQL.
- Hands on experience with a wide range of database technologies, including leading RDBMS (Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL, Postgres) and noSQL DBs.
- Experience overseeing the design and implementation of enterprise data warehouses. Snowflake expertise a plus.
- Experience designing, implementing and maintaining containerized microservices architectures.
- Experience with vector databases, machine learning and GenAI – a strong plus
- Experience in the claims or insurance industry – a strong plus
- Experience with event streaming platforms such as Kafka, AWS Kinesis or IBM MQ – a plus
- Strong innovative thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proven ability to mentor and collaborate with development teams.
Benefits of Working at ISC
- Employee Ownership Program - every eligible employee shares in the financial rewards that grow when the company grows
- Professional development opportunities
- Owner Referral Program
- Work from home reimbursement for remote/hybrid roles
- Burnalong digital health and wellness platform
- Canary emergency financial assistance program
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision
- Life/AD&D Insurance
- Confidential, Employee Assistance Program
- Health Savings Account, includes company contribution
- Short-term disability
- Voluntary benefits - supplemental accident, critical illness, hospital insurance
- Employee discounts
- 401(k) Plan with company match contribution
- Various Time Off Programs
- 11 company paid holidays
Applicants may contact the ISC HR department via e-mail or phone to request and arrange for an accommodation that will allow the applicant to successfully complete the application process. Applicants needing assistance may request accommodation at any time. Please contact ISC at HR@ISCMGA.com or 760-599-7242.
ISC believes in creating long-term relationships by being responsive and relevant and by consistently delivering value to our community of customers. Specifically, we focus on attracting, developing, and retaining the best talent for our business, challenging our people, demonstrating a “can-do” attitude, and fostering a collaborative and mutually supportive environment.
Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, mental or physical disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or Federal law.
**Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.**
**ISC participates in the Federal E-Verify program**
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