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Ryan Specialty · 1 month ago

Director, Software Technology Delivery

positionChicago - Illinois - Wacker
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityDirector/Executive
money$140K/yr - $175K/yr
date10+ years exp

Ryan Specialty is seeking a Director of Technology Delivery to lead their internal IT team and vendor partners. This role involves steering the development and support of software applications and ensuring reliable, high-quality delivery through an agile SDLC process.

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Responsibilities

Define and lead IT strategies that add value to the business
Oversee budgeting, expenses, and personnel
Foster strong connections with Ryan Alternative Risk business leaders
Manage the quantification, delivery, and testing of development efforts on a regular sprint cycle
Work with IT department leaders and Ryan Specialty’s vendors in design, scoping, support, and troubleshooting
Utilize collaborative communication and project management platforms for transparency
Drive user adoption of new applications and technologies
Stay abreast of the latest insurance-industry related technological advancements for potential adoption
Organize internal and external resources for project execution
Prepare and present monthly status reviews and quarterly business reviews

Qualification

Agile SDLCInsurance process automationProject managementRuby on RailsAzureLeadershipChange managementInnovationCollaborationCommunication

Required

Bachelor's degree in computer science or information technology
10+ years in software development and delivery
10+ years in insurance process automation, preferably with a focus on Property and Casualty
10+ year driving or overseeing project or program management
5+ years in personnel and team management
Deep understanding of modern development processes including requirements, visualizations, prototyping, Agile, and SDLC

Benefits

Paid time off for company holidays
Vacation
Sick and personal days
Paid parental leave
Mental health services

Company

Ryan Specialty

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Ryan Specialty is an insurance firm that provides solutions for brokers, agents, and insurance carriers.
dateFounded in 2010
location
Chicago, Illinois, USA
people-size5001-10000 employees
web-link
https://ryanspecialty.com

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Katie Davies
CEO of JEM Specialty Underwriters, Technical Risk Underwriters and Per SE (Power.Energy.Risk)
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Jeremiah Bickham
Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer
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