Technology Delivery Lead

Job title: Technology Delivery Lead

Job description: Technology Delivery Lead

LOVE WHAT YOU DO

Work is a big part of our lives, so it makes sense to choose a company that offers truly rewarding work. At Economical Insurance®, your contributions, creativity, and energy won’t go to waste. Our passionate culture and pioneering mentality infuse everything we do, which is why our one-million-plus policyholders know we’ll protect their homes, businesses, farms, cars, and pets like they’re our own.

We’re not afraid to see how far we can push the envelope to make insurance better. Our family of companies includes Sonnet, the only Canadian home and auto insurer offering a fully online buying experience, and Petline, the largest Canadian pet insurance company. We’re also preparing to become a publicly traded company, a once-in-a-lifetime career opportunity for everyone who joins our team.

If you’re looking for a company that takes care of its people – and its customers – and has a track record of doing big things, get ready to love it here.

*This role can be located in Toronto or Kitchener*

What can you expect in this role?

• Own and lead the end-to-end delivery of Microservices and Integration initiatives, including project mobilization, planning, and resourcing with internal and external partners
• Establish Microservices and integration intake and governance forums and practices, ensuring appropriate oversight committees are in place and meet regularly
• Manage and drive resolution / mitigation for known issues and risks
• Partner with TS Architects to coordinate high-level solution designs and TRB approvals
• Manage overall Microservice and Integration portfolio and project financials, includes partnering with TS leadership and Finance partners to track costs associated with Integration activities.
• Build strong working relationships within the TS organization to ensure optimal performance and ensure what we deliver meets key performance indicators and stated benefits
• Use appropriate fact-based metrics / assumptions to determine and convey impact on budget, time and risk.
• Report into Executive leadership regularly to provide status updates
• Support vendor RFP and RFI activities where necessary

What do you bring to the role?

• Degree in business, computer science or a related discipline is preferred
• 4+ years of leading and implementing IT infrastructure, Cloud, and Microservices Initiatives.
• Experience in delivering IT initiatives through Agile and / or Iterative delivery methodologies
• Experience in successfully delivering initiatives with shared resources
• Experience in establishing, actively managing, and monitoring an IT project portfolio
• Experience in managing multiple cross-functional teams (BA, Dev, Security, Compliance, Infrastructure)
• Experience in delivering IT solutions in insurance or banking industries is an asset
• Experience in managing a portfolio of initiatives that requires a varying level of delivery support / leadership
• Demonstrate an ability to lead and manage a team in a busy and changing environment while fostering positive performance and engagement
• Models solid leadership skills with the ability to coach, develop, motivate, and retain staff.
• Strong analytical, time management and organizational skills
• Proactively communicates information in a clear and positive manner. Layering excellent decision-making skills with a natural aptitude for observation
• Exceptional organizational and time-management skills to multi-task and effectively manage competing and changing priorities
• Ability to work effectively in a matrix or shared services organization
• Relevant industry-related certifications e.g: PMP, Six Sigma, CSM, SAFe
• Scrum Master certification would be an asset
• Practical knowledge of project management techniques, tools, methodologies

We also take potential into consideration. If you don’t have this exact experience, but you know you have what it takes, be sure to give us more insight through your application and cover letter.

Go ahead and expect a lot – you deserve it.

We offer:

• Competitive salaries, with potential for an annual raise and bonus
• Pension and savings programs, with company-matched RRSP contributions
• Generous time away, including vacation and personal needs days
• Paid volunteer days and company matching on charitable donations
• Educational resources, tuition assistance, and paid time off to study for exams
• Two annual wellness campaigns – participants earn up to $300 each year to spend on almost anything supporting health and work-life balance (think things like spa days, daycare, pet grooming)
• An unlimited employee referral bonus program
• Flexible work schedule
• Discounts on products and services

HOW TO APPLY

To complete the online application process, you’ll need to upload your resume and cover letter in one document. The posting will close at midnight on the deadline date; in order to successfully apply, please ensure your application is submitted by 11:59 p.m. the day before the deadline.

Our inclusive work environment welcomes diversity and supports accessibility. If you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know by contacting: hrsharedservices@economical.com.

Visit economical.com to learn more about us and what we’re up to.

Company: Economical Insurance

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Location: Kitchener, ON

Job date: Thu, 03 Jun 2021 22:51:27 GMT