Global Director of Enterprise Platform Architecture - Insurance (United Kingdom)

Global Director of Enterprise Platform Architecture – Insurance

Location: Remote (UK Based)

Salary:

Our global insurance client is seeking a Global Director of Enterprise Platform Architecture. You will lead and oversee the architecture, roadmap, engineering, and ongoing support of a robust integration platform that links essential systems and processes throughout the business.

Skills required:

• Extensive experience leading platform architecture, roadmap development, and engineering efforts in hybrid cloud environments
• Expertise in Microsoft Azure – Azure Functions, Logic Apps, API Management, Service Bus, and Event Grid
• Strong proficiency in .NET, C#, and various database technologies (e.g., SQL Server, Cosmos DB, or other relational/NoSQL databases)
• Hands-on experience in designing and developing scalable, secure, and high-performance systems
• Practical experience with observability and monitoring tools like Azure Application Insights
• Proven track record in defining, implementing, and enforcing standards, best practices, and governance frameworks
• Demonstrated ability to manage and lead cross-functional teams of engineers and support staff
• Track record in defining, implementing, and enforcing standards, best practices, and governance frameworks
• In-depth understanding of integration technologies, APIs, microservices, and event-driven architecture
• Previous experience managing data residency and regulatory requirements, with a focus on regional platform deployment when applicable.
• Beneficial to have experience with AWS best practices for cloud environments
• Beneficial to have experience with DevOps, including automation and CI/CD pipelines
• Beneficial to understand security practices (HIPAA, GDPR)

Responsibilities:

• Design and oversee the implementation of the platform, ensuring it is scalable, secure, and performs efficiently across hybrid cloud environments (Azure and AWS)
• Use hands-on experience to architect and develop key platform features with Azure Functions, Logic Apps, .NET, and C#
• Develop and execute the architecture and roadmap for the global integration platform, ensuring it aligns with business goals and remains scalable to accommodate future growth
• Address data residency requirements by enabling regional deployments of the platform to meet local regulatory compliance
• Mentor and lead a high-performing team of engineers and support professionals, fostering a culture of technical excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• Develop and maintain integrations with a variety of database technologies, including relational and NoSQL databases
• Collaborate with product managers, architects, and business stakeholders to gather requirements and ensure the platform delivers tangible value
• Act as a hands-on leader, contributing to code, design reviews, and architectural decisions while guiding the team
• Implement governance frameworks to ensure compliance with security, regulatory, and operational standards, focusing particularly on global data residency requirements