Solutions Engineer, Buckhill
Remote, Benefits, Fixed
€27-56k
+ Performance bonuses & Location-specific salaries
More information about location
Delivering modern insurance solutions to the London Market
Job no longer available
Delivering modern insurance solutions to the London Market
21-100 employees
Job no longer available
€27-56k
+ Performance bonuses & Location-specific salaries
More information about location
21-100 employees
Company mission
To empower the London Insurance Market through connected and intelligent technology solutions that simplify insurance operations and maximise efficiency.
Role
Who you are
- This role requires pattern recognition, systematic thinking, and the ability to identify improvements in systems, processes, and products. You must communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences
- Degree or equivalent practical experience
- At least 3 years of relevant work experience
- Demonstrated ability to work independently with moderate direction
- Advanced English (written and conversational)
- Technical documentation and specification writing
- Basic JS ES5 knowledge
- Service Oriented Architecture fundamentals
- PaaS platforms
- SQL, HTML and CSS
- Configuration languages (XML, JSON, YAML)
- Modeling techniques (ERD, UML, ad-hoc diagramming)
- Software Development Lifecycle, including CI/CD
- REST API design and GraphQL basics
- Distributed architectures and microservices concepts
- Security architecture principles
- Enterprise architecture concepts (IAM, MDM)
- Enterprise Integration Patterns and EAI frameworks
What the job involves
- We're looking for a Solutions Engineer to convert client business challenges into functional solutions and designs
- You'll handle client inquiries, problems, and incidents within your portfolio while working with our development and delivery teams to implement solutions.
- Design software tools and systems specifications for delivery teams to implement
- Build proof of concept systems in low-code environments
- Translate client requirements into detailed project plans and technical specifications for the Development department
- Support the definition of systems and architectural standards (under guidance from senior team members)
- Resolve technical incidents, problems, and queries requiring solution design
- Escalate complex issues appropriately while taking ownership of mid-complexity problems
Application process
- 1. Apply with your CV and Cover Letter
- 2. A short virtual conversation: As a first step in the process, we like to have a short conversation with you. This will usually be with a member of our People and Culture team, where we go through the key skills you'll need for the role
- 3. Online assessments: We'll ask you to complete an assessment via TestGorilla, the platform we use for testing all the candidates. The assessment consists of five tests related to your role which assess your technical skills and personality.
- 3. Technical task: For technical positions, we may ask you to complete a short coding project. This could be a short case study or providing sample working code to a written specification
- 4. In-depth interview: Assuming you pass the tests, we'll invite you to a formal interview (remote or in-person, depending on your situation). We want our interviews to be an equitable and inclusive experience to ensure that everyone feels comfortable
- 5. Decision and offer: Once the interview and assessment process is complete, we'll let you know whether we wish to make you an offer of employment, or not, within 5 working days of the last interview.
Our take
Buckhill delivers next-gen technology solutions for the insurance industry, specifically tailored to meet the needs of businesses in this space. Boasting over 15 years of industry experience, the company serves insurance companies, brokers, and Lloyd’s syndicates to navigate the complexities of digital transformation
With digital transformation now key to success, it is important that even businesses with complex systems are able to update and improve the way technology serves them. Buckhill supports those in the insurance sector to adopt modern cloud technology and simplify their operations with APIs, connectivity and intelligent automations.
This combination of modern technology expertise with deep industry knowledge enables Buckhill to lead its customers towards digitally-enabled efficiency. As digital transformation becomes more vital for all, we can only expect that the company will see further adoption of its solutions in the future.
Kirsty
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Company
Company benefits
- Remote Working Options: We offer full flexibility on work arrangements so you can choose whether you prefer working remotely or from the office (or both!)
- A Friendly and Supportive Team: We encourage building healthy relationships in our teams, where knowledge-sharing is essential, everyone's voice is heard, and all ideas are considered.
- A Healthy Work-Life Balance: We value a strong work-life balance and recognize that people do their best work when they have predictable schedules and clear boundaries between their professional and personal lives. We only ask for overtime in exceptional circumstances.
- Parental Support: Welcoming a new child is both exciting and challenging. We want to support you during this special time by offering new parents a one-time financial bonus to help make the transition a little easier, in addition to time off, and an adjustable working schedule for all parents.
- Working Schedule Flexibility: Due to our geographical presence and understanding that everyone prefers different working schedule, you can choose your desired starting hours between 8 and 9 AM (CET)
- Fully Covered Sick Leave: Don't worry if you get sick and need some time off to recover. We've got you covered!
- Career Switch Opportunities: If you find that a different role within the company suits you better, let's talk. We want to work with people who fit the role and are not shoehorned into areas that don't suit them.
- Professional Growth Support: We offer company-level learning opportunities and those tailored to your specific role to strengthen the skills you need to excel in your role.
- Career Growth Opportunities: There are a number of leadership and management opportunities at Buckhill which will allow you to further grow and develop within your role, as well as performance-based bonuses and schemes during your tenure.
Company HQ
London, EC3M 7HA, UK
Leadership
Stuart Buckell
(Founder & CEO)Former Co-Chair of the British Croatian Chamber of Commerce. Was also an RTA Claims Representative at RAC and worked in Insurance Sales at Ford and Aviva.
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