Manager, AI Software Engineering

Have a meaningful impact as a Manager, AI Software Engineering.

Join the largest general insurance group in Australia and New Zealand.

YOUR ROLE

As the Manager - AI Software Engineering, you’ll lead and mentor a team of software engineers and AI cloud solution architects, driving innovation in software engineering practices through AI-assisted technologies.

This role involves improving end-to-end software engineering practices, focusing on building scalable, efficient applications for AI, data, and GenAI solutions within the insurance domain. You’ll establish inner-sourcing framework and practice for AI software development, oversee architecture and design, and collaborate with AI product managers, data, and cloud platform leaders to align efforts.

Additionally, you’ll support product owners with feasibility assessments, technical leadership, and guidance on product roadmaps, ensuring alignment with the broader AI and technology strategies.

This is a permanent position open to candidates located in Sydney or Melbourne.

ABOUT YOU

We’re seeking a technology leader with strong people management skills, a focus on customer satisfaction, and a knack for problem-solving and innovation to drive business value, along with the following experience:

• Deep expertise in end-to-end software engineering practices: Demonstrated experience in leading engineering teams, managing the SDLC, and delivering scalable cloud-native applications.
• Advocacy, good knowledge and hands on experience with AI assisted software development lifecycle and practices, from design and architecture to operationalisation and integration. Hands on experience with tools like GitHub Copilot, V0 by Vercel, Cursor AI, Replit Agent, etc.
• Expertise in cloud platforms: Experience in building and managing applications on major cloud platforms (experience with GCP is preferred), including containerising, microservices architecture, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Proficiency in modern development frameworks: Strong working knowledge of OOP programming (ideally Python), REST API, JavaScript/TypeScript/React, and/or similar frameworks.
• Strong leadership and communication skills: Proven track record of leading cross-functional teams, collaborating across disciplines, and communicating technical concepts effectively to nontechnical stakeholders.
• Commitment to ethical AI: Understanding of ethical AI principles and a strong commitment to responsible AI and software development practices

Applications close Sunday 9th February 2024 23:59pm AEDT.

Joining IAG you’ll have access to:

• Boosted superannuation with 13% as standard  
• Up to 50% off personal insurance, including home and motor insurance  
• 5 myLeave days per year on top of annual leave 
• Work from home and many more flexibility options with myFlex   
• Dedicated career growth programs, including the award-winning IAG Academy 

ABOUT US

We’re part of the largest general insurance group in Australia and New Zealand. Together our family of brands turns the IAG purpose of making your world a safer place into action by helping, supporting ambitions and making insurance accessible.  

We’re guided by the knowledge and voice of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, businesses and communities. Collaborating on Indigenous-led solutions that enable growth, develop resilience and create meaningful change, and support the leadership development of our Indigenous employees. 

As part of IAG, you'll enjoy a world of opportunity, growth and stability and work in an environment that celebrates all viewpoints shaped by life experiences and cultures. Together we're passionate about social issues, climate change resilience, big tech and being an inclusive workplace.  

We’re ready for you. Apply today.     

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