Job Description

Engineer- Digital Data Development
Bangalore/Gurugram, IndiaAXA XL offers risk transfer and risk management solutions to clients globally. We offer worldwide capacity, flexible underwriting solutions, a wide variety of client-focused loss prevention services, and a team-based account management approach. AXA XL recognizes data and information as critical business assets, both in terms of managing risk and enabling new business opportunities. This data should not only be high quality, but also actionable \xe2\x80\x93 enabling AXA XL\xe2\x80\x99s executive leadership team to maximise benefits and facilitate sustained dynamic advantage. Our Innovation, Data, and Analytics (IDA) organization is focused on driving innovation by optimizing how we leverage data to drive strategy and create a new business model \xe2\x80\x93 disrupting the insurance market. This role is part of the Digital Data Dev Division within the Digital Transformation vertical of IDA. It will be responsible for different aspects of Data Product development lifecycle activities, including but not limited to Data Production Support, business stakeholders\xe2\x80\x99 engagement for usage & problem resolutions, Product migrations, and platform/data product rollouts, performance stability & reliability.DISCOVER your opportunityWhat will your essential responsibilities include?

• Build, Release Management & DevSecOps support for various data solutions owned and managed by IDA organisation.

• Analyze and mitigate risks (technical or otherwise) about Data solution build & release delivery timelines.

• Adherence to best practices in Build & Release Management.

• Robust focus on ownership of issues from reporting to their resolution.

• Provide top-class DevSecOps functionalities and support.

• Partner with the Product & Production Support team(s) as a Data/DevSecOps/Technical SME for migration of re-architected Product/Product functionalities to the new Cloud Platform.

• Demonstrate proactive communication with Business users, Development, Technology, Production Support, and Delivery Teams, and Senior Management.

• Technically lead other DevSecOps Resources and act as a technical SME for end users regarding Application/Product Release & Deployment issues or inquiries.

• Provide day-to-day management of the DevSecOps services and ensure smooth operation of the Release pipelines to various Environments.
• Work in the \xe2\x80\x9cFollow the Sun\xe2\x80\x9d support model providing cross-team support coverage across Digital Data Dev division responsibilities.

• Build/Setup/Maintain various critical monitoring processes, alerts, and overall health reports (performance and functional) of production, and pre-production environments to be used by the Production Support Teams.

• Work with Product Teams to build deployment pipelines for various Data Science Products used within IDA/Pricing & Analytics Teams.

• Oversee the development and maintenance of Build & Release Management processes and their documentation.

• Ensure that all policies, standards, and best practices are followed and kept up to date.

• Timely and accurate completion of emergency Release pipelines/processes in a manner that is auditable, testable, and maintainable.

• Ensure any builds are consistent with Solution design, Security recommendations and business specifications.

• Achieve & maintain the highest business customer confidence and net promoter score (NPS).

\xc2\xb7 Good grasp of Azure fundamentals (Microsoft AZ-900).

• Robust understanding of Designing and Implementing DevOps/DevSecOps Solutions (Microsoft AZ-400).

• Good experience in incorporating Security practices in DevOps.

• Good understanding of DevOps/DevSecOps CI/CD Tools like Harness or Azure DevOps.

• Good understanding of Kubernetes, Containerization, CNI & Docker.

• Command over Linux, PowerShell Scripting, Bash, CLI.

• Familiar with Logging and Monitoring Tools like ELK Stack, and Kibana.

• Experience using Tools like Git, JIRA etc.

• Knowledge of Artifactory like JFrog / X-Ray.

• Knowledge of incorporating Tools like SonarQube in the CI/CD pipelines.

• Experience of working with Agile methodologies.

• Good knowledge of OOP concepts & Microservice-based architecture.

• Knowledge of Python or R Programming Language is a plus.

You will report to the Operations Lead & Application Manager within the Digital Data Division.QualificationsSHARE your talentWe\xe2\x80\x99re looking for someone who has these abilities and skills:Required Skills and Abilities:

• A minimum of an Undergraduate University Degree in Computer Science or related fields.

• Extensive experience in data-focused roles (analytics, specialist, or engineer) and one or more areas of Build, Release & Data Management.

• Distinctive problem-solving and analytical skills combined with robust business acumen.

• Thought leader in implementing best practices in DevSecOps.

• Experience/knowledge of Microservices, .Net, R Programming Language, Python, Azure, and Kibana.

• Experience with SQL, HIVE, ADLS, and Document Databases like Cosmos, SQL Databases & SQL DW Analytics.

• Experience/Understanding of systems integration, and developer support tools Azure DevOps/DevSecOps, CI/CD pipelines, Release Management, Configuration Management, and Automation.

• Data Engineering background or working experience with ETL and big data platforms (HDInsight / ADLS / Data Bricks) a plus.

Desired Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrates a level of experience/ability to influence and understand business problems in technical terminology and able to liaise with staff at all levels in the organization.

• Excellent writing skills, with the ability to create clear requirements, specifications, and documentation for data systems.

• Experience with multiple software delivery models (Waterfall, Agile, etc.) is a plus.

• Previous experience leading small teams with a mix of onsite/offshore developers.

FIND your futureAXA XL, the P&C and speciality risk division of AXA, is known for solving complex risks. For mid-sized companies, multinationals and even some inspirational individuals we don\xe2\x80\x99t just provide re/insurance, we reinvent it.How? By combining a comprehensive and efficient capital platform, data-driven insights, leading technology, and the best talent in an agile and inclusive workspace, empowered to deliver top client service across all our lines of business \xe2\x88\x92 property, casualty, professional, financial lines and speciality.With an innovative and flexible approach to risk solutions, we partner with those who move the world forward.Learn more atInclusion & DiversityAXA XL is committed to equal employment opportunity and will consider applicants regardless of gender, sexual orientation, age, ethnicity and origins, marital status, religion, disability, or any other protected characteristic.At AXA XL, we know that an inclusive culture and a diverse workforce enable business growth and are critical to our success. That\xe2\x80\x99s why we have made a strategic commitment to attract, develop, advance and retain the most diverse workforce possible, and create an inclusive culture where everyone can bring their full selves to work and reach their highest potential. It\xe2\x80\x99s about helping one another \xe2\x80\x94 and our business \xe2\x80\x94 to move forward and succeed.

• Five Business Resource Groups focused on gender, LGBTQ+, ethnicity and origins, disability and inclusion with 20 Chapters around the globe.
• Robust support for Flexible Working Arrangements.
• Enhanced family-friendly leave benefits.
• Named to the Diversity Best Practices Index.
• Signatory to the UK Women in Finance Charter.

Learn more at . AXA XL is an Equal Opportunity Employer.SustainabilityAt AXA XL, Sustainability is integral to our business strategy. In an ever-changing world, AXA XL protects what matters most for our clients and communities. We know that sustainability is at the root of a more resilient future. Our 2023-26 Sustainability strategy, called \xe2\x80\x9cRoots of resilience\xe2\x80\x9d, focuses on protecting natural ecosystems, addressing climate change, and embedding sustainable practices across our operations.Our Pillars:

• Valuing nature: How we impact nature affects how nature impacts us. Resilient ecosystems - the foundation of a sustainable planet and society \xe2\x80\x93 are essential to our future. We\xe2\x80\x99re committed to protecting and restoring nature \xe2\x80\x93 from mangrove forests to the bees in our backyard \xe2\x80\x93 by increasing biodiversity awareness and inspiring clients and colleagues to put nature at the heart of their plans.
• Addressing climate change: The effects of a changing climate are far-reaching and significant. Unpredictable weather, increasing temperatures, and rising sea levels cause both social inequalities and environmental disruption. We\'re building a net zero strategy, developing insurance products and services, and mobilizing to advance thought leadership and investment in societal-led solutions.
• Integrating ESG: All companies have a role to play in building a more resilient future. Incorporating ESG considerations into our internal processes and practices builds resilience from the roots of our business. We\xe2\x80\x99re training our colleagues, engaging our external partners, and evolving our sustainability governance and reporting.
• AXA Hearts in Action: We have established volunteering and charitable giving programs to help colleagues support causes that matter most to them, known as AXA XL\xe2\x80\x99s \xe2\x80\x9cHearts in Action\xe2\x80\x9d programs. These include our Matching Gifts program, Volunteering Leave, and our annual volunteering day \xe2\x80\x93 the Global Day of Giving.

For more information, please see axaxl.com/sustainability.

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