Quincy Mutual Group · 20 hours ago
Assistant Manager, Software Development
Quincy, MA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$115K/yr - $140K/yr
7+ years expQuincy Mutual Group is a company focused on technology initiatives within the Information Technology department. The Assistant Manager, Software Development will support modernization efforts for the legacy WINS system, leading projects and collaborating with internal and external teams to ensure operational continuity and effective delivery of software solutions.
Financial ServicesInsurance
Responsibilities
Lead and coordinate modernization initiatives to transform the AS400/COBOL-based WINS system into a scalable, cloud-ready platform
Partner with architecture, infrastructure, and business teams to develop a phased modernization roadmap
Provide hands-on technical guidance in .NET, Java, or Python development as needed
Promote use of cloud-ready/native tools, APIs, and automation frameworks to streamline modernization and integration
Ensure modernization efforts align with business continuity, compliance, and data integrity requirements
Oversee multiple concurrent projects, ensuring milestones, and deliverables are met
Manage and collaborate with onshore and offshore development teams, ensuring quality, timelines, and communication consistency
Manage the software development lifecycle (SDLC), from requirements to deployment, using Agile or hybrid methodologies
Support the Manager, Software Development in maintaining production control standards and IT governance policies
Coordinate third-party software integrations and vendor-delivered components
Develop a strong understanding of property and casualty (P&C) insurance business operations and system dependencies
Collaborate with data teams to ensure data migration, transformation, and accessibility are optimized during modernization
Support analytics and reporting improvements as legacy systems evolve into new architectures
Mentor and guide developers both onshore and offshore, ensuring adherence to coding, testing, and documentation standards
Foster collaboration and accountability across distributed teams
Assist in performance reviews and professional development planning for assigned staff
Serve as acting manager during absences of the Manager, Software Development
Act as a liaison between IT, business units, onshore and offshore teams to ensure shared understanding of project goals and progress
Provide clear, consistent updates to senior leadership on project status, risks, and mitigation plans
Support cross-functional workshops and knowledge transfer sessions to strengthen system understanding across teams
Qualification
Required
Minimum 7 years software development experience with 2 years managing people or project management
P&C experience is required
Proven experience in managing and collaborating with onshore and offshore development teams, with oversight of the project team and deliverables
Hands-on experience in at least one modern programming language (Python, Java, or .NET)
Familiarity with cloud computing concepts (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and modern integration frameworks
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
Strong understanding of both legacy and modern development ecosystems (AS400/COBOL, .NET, Java, Python)
Exceptional communication and coordination skills across distributed teams
Strong data analysis and systems integration capabilities
Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and prioritization skills
Ability to manage complex technical and interpersonal dynamics in a multi-vendor environment
Demonstrates adaptability, accountability, and continuous learning
Promotes teamwork and respect across global teams
Balances innovation with operational reliability and compliance
Upholds integrity, transparency, and quality in all work
Preferred
Experience working with or modernizing legacy systems preferred
Certifications in cloud platforms, system architecture, or project management (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, PMP, or Agile) are advantageous
Company
Quincy Mutual Group
Quy Mutual Group is an insurance company specializing in personal and business insurance solutions.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Brian Hayes
Senior Vice President, Chief Underwriting Officer
Brian Cadigan
Retired Vice President & Chief Marketing Officer
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