VP, Software Engineering - Hybrid (Preferred, Raleigh or Jersey City) OR Remote

Arch Insurance Group Inc. is a company rooted in collaboration, expertise, and innovation, aiming to inspire progress across various sectors. The Vice President of Software Engineering will lead technology development aligned with business objectives, overseeing multiple teams and ensuring the delivery of high-quality software solutions.

Responsibilities:

• Own the strategic vision and roadmap for all products within scope, ensuring alignment with business strategy, enterprise transformation initiatives, and technology standards
• Lead the delivery of high-quality, timely solutions, including new and enhanced systems and technologies
• Oversee end-to-end technology functions, including:
• Solution architecture
• Software engineering
• Test automation
• Performance engineering
• DevSecOps
• Production support and service levels
• Partner with business stakeholders, IT leaders, and vendors to identify opportunities to leverage technology to improve customer experience and business processes
• Develop business cases and financial analyses for new technologies, systems, and applications based on strategic priorities and resource availability
• Define and enforce standards, policies, and best practices across software development, testing, and performance engineering
• Continuously evaluate emerging technologies and industry trends to inform innovation and modernization efforts
• Participate in vendor and strategic partner evaluations and manage ongoing relationships
• Own and manage the department budget, including:
• P&L forecasting
• Operational and capital expenditures
• Contract negotiations
• Invoice processing
• Build, lead, and develop high-performing teams through effective hiring, performance management, and employee development initiatives

Requirements:

• 10–15 years of experience in software development and architecture
• 8+ years of management experience, including 5+ years managing people managers
• 3+ years in a senior leadership role (strategy, vendor management, budgeting)
• 3+ years of experience managing department budgets
• At least 5 years of experience in solution architecture using modern architectural principles
• Strong stakeholder management and executive communication skills
• Broad expertise in software development methodologies, processes, and best practices
• Deep experience within specialty commercial insurance, including: Casualty, Workers' Compensation, Construction, Energy, Large account business
• Knowledge of test automation tools, frameworks, and best practices
• Strong understanding of Agile development and applying it to drive business outcomes
• Experience modernizing technology platforms to improve underwriting efficiency
• Strategic thinker with strong decision-making and long-term planning capabilities
• Proven ability to solve complex business and technology challenges
• Strong leadership, interpersonal, and team development skills
• Technical expertise including: Java (backend), Angular (frontend), AWS and Azure (scalable, high-availability environments), MS SQL