Position Summary

The Director of Software Development is responsible for managing a diverse and deeply technical team of IT professionals focused on the creation and support of software applications and interfaces for the general automation and enhancement of business processing. From working with requirements and visualizations, this leader will implement and maintain a well-managed agile SDLC process to ensure reliability, budget adherence, quality and predictability. Additionally, embedding and supporting process for quality assurance will be vital to the delivery of effective, on-time solutions that meet original business objectives. The Director of Software Development will work directly with business leadership to ensure the efficacy of internally programmed solutions.

What will your job entail?

Job Responsibilities:
• Strategic vision and leadership for IT’s role in effectively adding value to the business.
• Budgeting, expense, and personnel management
• Establish a working relationship with business leaders.
• Create and manage an environment for quantifying, delivering, and testing development efforts on a regular sprint cycle.
• Liaise with IT department leaders in design and scoping efforts as well as support and troubleshooting.
• Utilize collaborative communication and project management platforms for business and management visibility.
• Collaboration with other software development leadership throughout the organization
• Ensure ongoing skills management and development for all Development staff.
• Act as a company representative at various industry events.
• Stay abreast of the latest technological innovations for analysis and adoption as appropriate.
• Coordinate all internal and external resources associated with the execution of managed projects to include balancing external and internal development resources.
• Tracking and reporting of capital development projects to Treasury
• Other relevant duties as assigned.
Work Experience and Education:
• Bachelors Degree in Computer Science or Information Technology required.
• With a minimum of 12 years software development languages, platforms, and technologies
• 15+ years insurance process automation experience, preferably in Excess & Surplus Lines
• 5+ years personnel and team management
• 5+ years and deep understanding of modern development processes including requirements, visualizations, prototyping, Agile, and SDLC.

• *****Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time*****

Ryan Specialty is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building and sustaining a diverse workforce throughout the organization. Our vision is an inclusive and equitable workplace where all employees are valued for and evaluated on their performance and contributions. Differences in race, creed, color, religious beliefs, physical or mental capabilities, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, and many other characteristics bring together varied perspectives and add value to the service we provide our clients, trading partners, and communities. This policy extends to all aspects of our employment practices, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, discipline, firing, promoting, transferring, compensation, benefits, training, leaves of absence, and other terms, conditions, and benefits of employment.

How We Support Our Teammates 

Ryan Specialty seeks to offer our employees a comprehensive and best-in-class benefits package that helps them — and their family members — achieve their physical, financial, and emotional well-being goals. In addition to paid time off for company holidays, vacation, sick and personal days, Ryan offers paid parental leave, mental health services and more.

The target salary range for this position is $176,000.00 - $220,000.00 annually.

The wage range for this role considers many factors, such as training, transferable skills, work experience, licensure and certification, business needs, and market demands. The pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. Full-time roles are eligible for bonuses and benefits. For additional information on Ryan Specialty Total Rewards, visit our website https://benefits.ryansg.com/. 

 

We provide individuals with disabilities reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment in accordance with applicable law. Please contact us to request an accommodation at HR@Ryansg.com 

 

The above is intended to describe this job's general requirements. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.