IT Director

Come join us, and shape the future of the insurance industry!

ReMark is a global insurance consultancy helping insurers worldwide grow sustainably. Part of the SCOR Group, we specialise in data intelligence, marketing and technology solutions. Since 1984, we’ve reached over 1 billion people, ran over 12,000 campaigns and underwrite over 1 million policies each year. We’re a team of over 250 employees from 33 nationalities and 17 offices worldwide. Our clients include over 500 insurers, and we’re also partnering outside the industry with Garmin, local government, universities and more. Our vision is to transform the insurance industry, and we also believe in making products that have a sustainable impact on people's health and wellness.

The Role

As the IT Director you will:

• Be responsible for leading a team of app and backend developers in the design, development, and maintenance of mobile applications and backend systems.
• Be responsible for the full software development life cycle, working closely with project managers, business analysts, and other stakeholders to understand project requirements and ensure that the team delivers high-quality software on time and within budget.
• Be working with a global team to cut through the noise and shape an attractive brand online.
• Be reporting to the Head of Technology.

Key Responsibilities and Tasks

• Overseeing technology operations and evaluating established goals/timelines.
• Ensure delivery and operations of our solutions
• Lead a team of software developers in the design, development, and maintenance of mobile applications and backend systems
• Planning and documenting technical specifications for features or system design.
• Work closely with product owner, project managers, business analysts, and other stakeholders to understand project requirements.
• Developing standards and procedures to ensure that quality standards are met and consistent.
• Manage team performance and provide mentorship and guidance to team members.
• Ensure that the team adheres to best practices in software development, including coding standards and testing procedures.
• Ensure that the app and backend systems are scalable, maintainable, and secure.
• Participate in the design and architecture of software systems.
• Discover and implement new technologies that yield a competitive advantage.
• Receive, process, and document feedback from stakeholders and development teams to continuously improve our products.

Technical/Essential Competencies

• Strong knowledge of software development best practices and methodologies.
• Strong leadership and management skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Familiarity with backend development frameworks, such as Node.js, Django, Ruby on Rails, or Express.js is a plus.
• No problem expressing yourself in professional and technical English in writing and speaking.
• Strong analytical skills and know how to identify risks and opportunities.
• Experience with security and compliance-related challenges.
• Knowledge of working using Agile/Scrum-principles.
• Recognizes opportunities and initiates actions to capitalize on them. Looks for new and productive ways to make an impact.
• Excellent understanding of content formats, communication channels and audience engagement in ReMark key global markets.

Personal Competencies

• Healthy knowledge of news & current affairs especially in the topic of technology, data governance, health & wellness, financial sector, insurance, and consumer behavior.
• A real openness to the world. The Front Office team is global, you will be curious to explore and have the desire to conceive, develop and implement innovative ideas.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects in a complex, fast-paced and deadline-driven environment.
• Produces clear, complete, and professional forms of communication in writing that meet the needs of the intended audience.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills: Initiative, self-confidence, strong team player.

Required Education/Work Experience

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Computer Science or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in software development, with a focus on mobile and web app development as well as backend development.
• 3+ years of experience leading software development teams.
• Experience with Agile development methodologies
• Experience with different programming languages, such as JavaScript, Ruby, Java and Swift.
• Experience with cloud-based technologies, such as AWS, GCP or Azure is a plus.
• Excellent understanding of content formats, communication channels and audience engagement in ReMark key global markets.

What we offer

• Competitive Salary
  
• Private insurance/pension plan
• Training & professional development opportunities
• Sustainable & single-use plastic-free office environment
  

The company working language is English. All ReMark employees should speak, read and write English to a sufficient level in order to communicate and operate effectively in the organization.