Director, Software Engineering (Life Product)

Penn Mutual•Philadelphia, PA

2d•$165,000 - $185,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Penn Mutual is in search of an experienced Director of Software Engineering to play a leadership role in our Information Management and Technology organization. This role involves leading teams dedicated to implementing and supporting Penn Mutual's robust product offerings with a focus on the technology that enables Life and MultiLife product and inforce capabilities. The ideal candidate will possess a background in software engineering along with an understanding of the Life and MultiLife Insurance domain. Exceptional communication skills are imperative for success, along with a keen focus on delivering impactful business value through technology. This role requires developing trusted relationships with stakeholders, mentoring staff, and collaborating with agile product owners to ensure the successful delivery of Penn Mutual product in alignment with corporate priorities. We’ve embraced a flexible, hybrid approach to work. Based on your role and personal preference, we empower you to choose where you work best. This model allows you to balance your life and bring your whole self to work. For over 175 years, Penn Mutual has empowered individuals, families and businesses on the journey to achieve their financial goals. Through our partnership with Financial Professionals across the U.S., we help instill the confidence and reliability that comes from a stronger financial future. Penn Mutual and its affiliates offer a comprehensive suite of competitive products and services to meet the unique needs of Financial Professionals and their clients, including life insurance, annuities, wealth management and institutional asset management. To learn more, including current financial strength ratings, visit www.pennmutual.com. Penn Mutual is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). We provide employment and advancement opportunities to all qualified applicants and associates, according to applicable laws. This is reflected in our practices for hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, recruitment, compensation, selection or training, and all other terms and conditions of employment. All employment-related decisions and practices are free from unlawful discrimination. This includes: race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship age, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, domestic partnership or civil union status, marital status, genetic information, disability, religious observance or practice, liability, veteran status or any other classification protected under applicable law. You’ve got big plans. You want to do work that matters. And you have high expectations for the next step in your career. Join a team of bright, talented and driven employees who have a common goal in mind: To help people get stronger. It's as simple as that. You’ll build on your expertise and have a positive impact on the financial professionals we support and the clients they serve. Here, you're an expert in the subject matter and you'll always be treated like one. Every day, your purpose is to help people get stronger. But here's the thing: Professionally, you'll get stronger too.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).
10+ years of professional experience in software development, with a strong track record of delivering high-quality software solutions.
Previous experience in a leadership or management role, with demonstrated success in leading and developing large engineering teams.
Strong technical background in software development, with proficiency in one or more programming languages and technologies.
Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate technical concepts and decisions to stakeholders at all levels.
Proven track record of driving technical innovation, fostering a culture of excellence, and achieving business objectives.
Experience with agile development methodologies, project management tools, and modern software development practices.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, with a focus on delivering results and meeting deadlines.

Nice To Haves

Experience with cloud computing platforms and technologies, such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
Knowledge of software architecture principles, design patterns, and system integration.
Certifications or professional credentials in relevant technologies or domains.
Experience leading geographically distributed engineering teams.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage a diverse team of software engineers, including recruiting, hiring, onboarding, training, and performance management.
Provide strategic direction and technical leadership to the engineering organization, setting clear objectives, goals, and priorities aligned with company objectives.
Drive the development and delivery of high-quality software solutions, ensuring adherence to best practices, coding standards, and quality standards.
Collaborate with product management, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to define product roadmaps, prioritize initiatives, and allocate resources effectively.
Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and accountability, promoting open communication, feedback, and knowledge sharing among team members.
Establish and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels, including executive leadership, to ensure alignment of technical initiatives with business goals.
Drive continuous improvement and operational excellence within the engineering organization, identifying opportunities for process optimization, tooling enhancements, and technology adoption.
Manage and track project schedules, budgets, and resources, and ensure timely delivery of software solutions within scope and budget constraints.
Represent the engineering organization in strategic planning, budgeting, and decision-making processes, and communicate key insights and recommendations to executive leadership.
Demonstrates a commitment to AI fluency by embracing AI tools and technologies to enhance individual and team performance, decision-making, and innovation