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McCabe & Barton

Technical Lead

Hybrid

London, United kingdom

£ 100,000 /year

Full Time

07-05-2025

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Job Specifications

Our client, a prominent London Market Insurance firm, is seeking a skilled Technical Lead to join their growing team. You will be responsible for overseeing the design, development, and implementation of technological solutions within the Reinsurance Segment. You will play a crucial role in supporting the integration of new syndicates and ensuring the overall robustness and scalability of their technical infrastructure.

Job Responsibilities
Lead the technical strategy and roadmap, ensuring alignment with the syndicate’s business objectives and regulatory requirements.
Architect, design, and implement technology solutions that enhance underwriting, claims, policy administration, and reporting systems.
Oversee all stages of the software development lifecycle (SDLC), from requirements gathering and system design to development, testing, and deployment.
Ensure adherence to best practices in system security, data governance, and Lloyd’s market regulations.
Identify and mitigate risks associated with technical decisions and solutions.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including underwriting, actuarial, finance, and operations to deliver high-quality technology solutions.
Conduct technical reviews and provide input on key architectural and design decisions.
Collaborate with compliance and audit teams to ensure the agency's IT systems can be and are successfully audited.
Keep abreast of emerging technologies and trends in the insurance industry, including Insurtech solutions, to identify opportunities for innovation.

Desired Skills
At least 3+ years of experience in PowerBuilder.
At least 5+ years of rigorous application development and hands-on experience using Microsoft technologies stack
At least 5+ years of hands-on experience with Microsoft .NET technologies and SQL Server
Proficiency in C# .NET, React, JavaScript, GraphQL, HTTP, REST, and SOAP.
Possess in-depth understanding of the multi-tiers application, serverless architecture, cloud computing, and database design.
In-depth experience with product/application development lifecycle
Proficiency in UI API development and integration.
Proficiency in UI design & business process design.
Proficient in working with large data and SQL Server.
Proficient in SQL Server Stored Procedure
Strong DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, containerization (Docker/Kubernetes), and microservices architecture.

Desired Education/Experience
Bachelor’s degree in information security, Computer Science, Management of Information Systems, or related field required – masters’ degree preferred
Minimum of 5+ years of experience in a combination of application development, architecture, or product manager role
5+ years of experience in a Reinsurance or Insurance organization working on building bespoke applications.
Experience working within the Lloyd’s market or a deep understanding of Lloyd’s syndicate operations is highly desirable.

About the Company

McCabe & Barton are part of the Holley Holland Group. Having built our reputation on successfully delivering cross-functional results within Technology & Business, Change and Transformation, for 20 years, we are respected and regarded as an industry leader in recruitment research and execution. By developing long term relationships with our clients, acting as an extension of their business, identifying and engaging suitable candidates on their behalf, we have established ourselves as a trusted partner. We are a member of ... Know more