National General Holdings
posted 3 months ago
The Software Engineer Associate Manager at National General Insurance plays a pivotal role in ensuring that system users receive maximum value from the products developed. This position is centered around developing test-driven code consistently, managing applications in production, and being accountable for the success of digital products by achieving key performance indicators. The Associate Manager is responsible for leading, counseling, motivating, and evaluating small to medium-sized teams, while also advising direct reports on administrative policies, procedures, risks, and problem resolution. This role involves defining, implementing, and prioritizing IT policies and best practices, thereby influencing both team and business outcomes. In this role, the Associate Manager will lead and participate in retrospectives, daily standups, and iteration planning meetings, ensuring that technical input is infused into backlogs in collaboration with product managers. They will act as a player-coach, demonstrating best practices in software development, including paired programming and test-driven development. The Associate Manager will also serve as a technical leader, guiding the team in technology selection, problem-solving, and conflict resolution. Collaboration with product managers and stakeholders is essential for shaping product architecture and design, as well as for knowledge sharing within the team. Establishing continuous integration, delivery, and deployment pipelines is also a key responsibility, promoting a strong culture of collaboration and technical excellence.