Associate Director IT Engineering Lead

Sun Life U.S. is one of the largest providers of employee and government benefits, helping approximately 50 million Americans access the care and coverage they need. Through employers, industry partners and government programs, Sun Life U.S. offers a portfolio of benefits and services, including dental, vision, disability, absence management, life, supplemental health, medical stop-loss insurance, and healthcare navigation. We have more than 6,400 employees and associates in our partner dental practices and operate nationwide.

Visit our website to discover how Sun Life is making life brighter for our customers, partners and communities.

FullscopeRMS is a leading provider of innovative risk management solutions for the insurance industry. We leverage cutting-edge technology and data analytics to deliver comprehensive risk assessment and management tools to our clients. Our mission is to empower insurance companies with the insights and capabilities they need to make informed decisions and optimize their operations in an ever-evolving risk landscape.

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced Engineering Leader with deep Development & Quality Assurance experience to join our dynamic team. This role is critical in ensuring the highest standards of quality and engineering for our software products and services. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading and mentoring a hybrid team of developers and quality assurance engineers in a hybrid onsite/remote environment, optimizing technical design and driving quality best practices across our agile/scrum development environment.

Key Responsibilities:

* Mentor and guide assigned Developer and QA team members, fostering a culture of development quality and process excellence, ownership and continuous professional skill growth

* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to leverage effective practices throughout the development lifecycle. Support IT colleagues in Delivery and Product leadership, as well as business & operations leaders

* Lead the development and execution of comprehensive test strategies for complex software systems. Drive the design, development, and maintenance of automated test suites using industry-standard tools and frameworks

* Participate in design analysis and code review opportunities and provide constructive feedback to development teams

* Maintain awareness of emerging trends and capabilities in technology, quality assurance and testing

Desired Skills and Qualifications:

* Excellent communication, leadership and team skills, with experience engaging both with individual contributors and executive level leadership

* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field, Masters degree preferred

* 7+ years of experience, with increasing responsibilities in software development & quality engineering, with a deep understanding of software solution delivery disciplines and methodologies

* Hands-on experience across a breadth of IT functions, such as architectural design, SecDevOps, project management/delivery. An engaged style of leadership, striving to put teams in the best position to succeed.

* Proficiency in both manual and automated testing techniques and related tools (e.g., qTest, Tosca ,Selenium, UFT , Junit, TestNG)

* Experience with cloud-based development practices, processes, and infrastructure (e.g., AWS, Azure)

* Strong understanding of agile/scrum methodologies and their application in QA processes

* Experience with Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) practices and principles

* Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail

* Strong communication skills, both written and verbal

* Ability to think creatively and apply logical reasoning to complex problems

* Experience with performance testing, security testing, and API testing tools ( e.g., NeoLoad, Postman, Ready API) is a plus

* Relevant certifications (e.g., ISTQB, AWS) are beneficial but not required

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Salary Range: $127,900 -$191,900

At our company, we are committed to pay transparency and equity. The salary range for this role is competitive nationwide, and we strive to ensure that compensation is fair and equitable. Your actual base salary will be determined based on your unique skills, qualifications, experience, education, and geographic location. In addition to your base salary, this position is eligible for a discretionary annual incentive award based on your individual performance as well as the overall performance of the business. We are dedicated to creating a work environment where everyone is rewarded for their contributions.

Sun Life Financial is a leading provider of group insurance benefits in the U.S., helping people protect what they love about their lives. More than just a name, Sun Life symbolizes our brand promise of making life brighter -for our customers, partners, and communities. Join our talented, diverse workforce and launch a rewarding career. Visit us at www.sunlife.com/us to learn more.

Sun Life embraces a hybrid work model that balances in-office collaboration with the flexibility of virtual work. Our leaders are expected to foster connection and teamwork by being present in the office 2 to 3 days per week.

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We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all employees feel they belong, are supported and empowered to thrive. We are dedicated to building teams with varied experiences, backgrounds, perspectives and ideas that benefit our colleagues, clients, and the communities where we operate. We encourage applications from qualified individuals from all backgrounds.

Life is brighter when you work at Sun Life

At Sun Life, we prioritize your well-being with comprehensive benefits, including generous vacation and sick time, market-leading paid family, parental and adoption leave, medical coverage, company paid life and AD&D insurance, disability programs and a partially paid sabbatical program. Plan for your future with our 401(k) employer match, stock purchase options and an employer-funded retirement account. Enjoy a flexible, inclusive and collaborative work environment that supports career growth. We're proud to be recognized in our communities as a top employer. Proudly Great Place to Work Certified in Canada and the U.S., we've also been recognized as a "Top 10" employer by the Boston Globe's "Top Places to Work" for two years in a row. Visit our website to learn more about our benefits and recognition within our communities.

We will make reasonable accommodations to the known physical or mental limitations of otherwise-qualified individuals with disabilities or special disabled veterans, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. Please email thebrightside@sunlife.comto request an accommodation.

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We do not require or administer lie detector tests as a condition of employment or continued employment.

Sun Life will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including applicable fair chance ordinances.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.