AmTrust Financial Services

Manager, Software Engineering

AmTrust Financial Services$87K — $125K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent experience.
  • 3+ years of experience leading technical teams.
  • Experience with cross-functional management involving software engineers and analysts.
  • Familiarity with the full software development lifecycle.
  • Strong SQL skills and understanding of relational databases.
  • Expertise in object-oriented programming principles.
  • Proficient with Git and Azure DevOps.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and develop a cross-functional team of software and systems professionals.
  • Collaborate with engineering, business analysis, and QA for effective solution delivery.
  • Manage the entire software development lifecycle from design through deployment.
  • Partner with stakeholders to ensure technology aligns with business objectives.
  • Provide oversight for project estimations, resource plans, and delivery milestones.
  • Ensure the delivery of software that meets technical and regulatory standards.
  • Promote best practices for software management and operational support.

Benefits

  • Medical & Dental Plans
  • Life Insurance for employees, spouses, and children
  • Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending
  • 401k Savings Plans
  • Paid Time Off
Full Job Description
Overview

At AmTrust Financial Services, we are seeking a Manager, Software Engineering to lead a cross-functional technology team responsible for the delivery, enhancement, and support of business-critical applications, integrations, and data solutions. This role provides leadership for Software Engineers, Business Systems Analysts, and Quality Assurance Analysts, ensuring effective collaboration across the software development lifecycle from requirements gathering and solution design through development, testing, deployment, and support.

 

The ideal candidate demonstrates strong technical expertise, leadership capabilities, and a commitment to fostering a high-performing team while upholding AmTrust's mission, vision, and values.

Responsibilities
  • Lead, mentor, and develop a cross-functional team of Software Engineers, Business Systems Analysts, and Quality Assurance Analysts.
  • Foster collaboration between engineering, business analysis, and quality assurance functions to ensure successful solution delivery.
  • Manage the full software development lifecycle, including requirements analysis, solution design, development, testing, deployment, and production support.
  • Partner with business stakeholders to understand business needs, establish priorities, and ensure alignment between technology solutions and organizational objectives.
  • Provide effort estimates, resource planning, and delivery oversight for projects, enhancements, and operational initiatives.
  • Ensure the timely delivery of high-quality software solutions that meet business, technical, regulatory, and security requirements.
  • Oversee application development, system integrations, and ETL processes that support core business operations and reporting needs.
  • Establish and promote best practices for software engineering, requirements management, code quality, testing, documentation, and operational support.
  • Manage code repositories and development workflows using Git, Azure DevOps, and related tools.
  • Collaborate with enterprise architecture, infrastructure, cybersecurity, and business teams to ensure solutions are scalable, maintainable, and aligned with organizational standards.
  • Support Agile delivery practices and promote continuous improvement across team processes and technology platforms.
  • Monitor team performance, project health, and operational metrics to drive accountability and successful outcomes.
  • Participate in governance, steering committee, audit, compliance, and risk management activities as required.
  • Build a culture of ownership, innovation, collaboration, and professional growth.
  • Stay informed on technology trends, software engineering best practices, and emerging capabilities relevant to the business.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, Business Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
  • 3+ years of experience leading or managing technical teams.
  • Experience leading cross-functional teams consisting of software engineers, business analysts, and quality assurance professionals.
  • Experience delivering enterprise software solutions through the full software development lifecycle.
  • Experience with application development, systems integration, and ETL/data integration technologies.
  • Strong proficiency in SQL and relational database concepts.
  • Strong understanding of object-oriented programming principles and software engineering best practices.
  • Experience with source control and development management tools such as Git and Azure DevOps.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver projects in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent communication, stakeholder management, organizational, and leadership skills.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with .NET technologies, including C#.
  • Knowledge of software architecture, design patterns, and system integration methodologies.
  • Experience leading Agile/Scrum teams.
  • Experience within the insurance industry, with a strong preference for supporting Property & Casualty (P&C) claims systems, claims operations, claims data processing, and related business workflows.
  • Demonstrated success building, mentoring, and developing high-performing cross-functional technology teams.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and continuous improvement mindset.

This job description is designed to provide a general overview of the requirements of the job and does not entail a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties, or responsibilities that will be required in this position. AmTrust has the right to revise this job description at any time.

 

The expected salary range for this role is $87,600 - $125,000 annually.

 

Please note that the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon a wide range of factors considered in making the compensation decision, including, but not limited to, candidate skills, experience, education and training, the scope and responsibilities of the role, as well as market and business considerations

 

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What We Offer

AmTrust Financial Services offers a competitive compensation package and excellent career advancement opportunities. Our benefits include: Medical & Dental Plans, Life Insurance, including eligible spouses & children, Health Care Flexible Spending, Dependent Care, 401k Savings Plans, Paid Time Off.

 

About AmTrust Financial Services

AmTrust Financial Services, Inc. is a multinational property and casualty insurance company. The company provides coverage for small businesses, workers' compensation insurance, extended warranty coverage, specialty risk and extended warranty coverage, and other insurance products. AmTrust Financial Services, Inc. was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in New York City. The company is publicly traded on the NASDAQ stock exchange under the ticker symbol AFSI.
Learn more about AmTrust Financial Services
Size
8,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1998

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