Job ID: 3953

Entity: AXA XL

What you’ll be doing

• Support and contribute to the continuous improvement of user experience and operational efficiency of the enterprise data and AI platforms. Understand user needs, share best practices, and help understand and optimize costs.
• Assist in mitigating barriers to entry and grow business impact through the adoption of the offering in key user segments such as data engineers, data scientists, actuaries, app developers. Create robust guardrails assisting users to use the platform in an optimal and sustainable fashion.
• Conduct research into data and AI technologies and help formulate process and platform improvements. For example, collaborate with architecture and Platform Manager in creating designs and proposals for technology, operations, and maintenance of data and AI Platforms.
• Dive deep and go hands-on to solve problems across diverse components of the platform: Azure data stack and Azure cloud technologies.
• Contribute to the formulation of the product backlog, collaborate with Platform Manager, Global Technology, and IDA colleagues on prioritizing, designing, and implementing changes in line with user demand and/or strategic considerations.
• Partner with Engineering Management, Global Technology, and users in establishing an economical, secure, and robust workflow for promoting, operating, and controlling risk of data applications on the platform estate.
• Support projects such as POCs of new software or changes to the data stack and other key initiatives.
• Be an advocate for users, prioritizing service for our business stakeholders above all else. Act as a user representative in discussions with functional counterparts such as Global Technology, Governance, Information Security.

In this role, you will report to Lead Product Owner – Data and AI Platform

What you’ll bring

We’re looking for someone who has these abilities and skills:

• Experienced professional with hands-on experience in technical design and operations of modern data technology stack in an organization with diverse user groups and complex needs. Experience with Databricks operations and administration is strongly preferred.
• Experience in integration and automation in technologies such as data platforms, machine learning platforms, AI services, DevOps, and ML Ops tooling.
• Keen focus on improving the product in a user-centric manner, with a willingness to understand in-depth user problems and peculiarities of workflow in diverse user segments. Ability to communicate effectively across the wider stakeholder landscape.
• Ability to work in an agile development process, participate in sprint planning, formulate technical tickets with sufficient detail, and exercise control over the quality of their execution.
• Experienced in collaborating with data engineers, data scientists, DevOps, and IaC engineers to continuously improve platform impact and operational efficiency.
• Moderate experience as a Technical Product Owner / Platform / Infrastructure Engineer of a Data or Analytical platform in an enterprise setting.
• Experience with administering R Studio stack (R Studio Connect, R Studio Server, Shiny) would be advantageous.
• Experience with IaC such as Terraform development and deployment would be advantageous.
• Previous experience in system administration, cloud engineering and administration, solution engineering, and/or architecture would be advantageous. Azure Cloud certifications would be a plus.

What we offer

Inclusion

AXA XL is committed to equal employment opportunity and will consider applicants regardless of gender, sexual orientation, age, ethnicity and origins, marital status, religion, disability, or any other protected characteristic.   At AXA XL, we know that an inclusive culture and enables business growth and is critical to our success. That’s why we have made a strategic commitment to attract, develop, advance and retain the most inclusive workforce possible, and create a culture where everyone can bring their full selves to work and reach their highest potential. It’s about helping one another — and our business — to move forward and succeed.

• Five Business Resource Groups focused on gender, LGBTQ+, ethnicity and origins, disability and inclusion with 20 Chapters around the globe.
• Robust support for Flexible Working Arrangements
• Enhanced family-friendly leave benefits
• Named to the Diversity Best Practices Index
• Signatory to the UK Women in Finance Charter

Learn more at axaxl.com/about-us/inclusion-and-diversity.  AXA XL is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Total Rewards

AXA XL’s Reward program is designed to take care of what matters most to you, covering the full picture of your health, wellbeing, lifestyle and financial security. It provides competitive compensation and personalized, inclusive benefits that evolve as you do.

We’re committed to rewarding your contribution for the long term, so you can be your best self today and look forward to the future with confidence.

Sustainability

At AXA XL, Sustainability is integral to our business strategy. In an ever-changing world, AXA XL protects what matters most for our clients and communities. We know that sustainability is at the root of a more resilient future. Our 2023-26 Sustainability strategy, called “Roots of resilience”, focuses on protecting natural ecosystems, addressing climate change, and embedding sustainable practices across our operations.

Our Pillars:

• Valuing nature: How we impact nature affects how nature impacts us. Resilient ecosystems - the foundation of a sustainable planet and society – are essential to our future. We’re committed to protecting and restoring nature – from mangrove forests to the bees in our backyard – by increasing biodiversity awareness and inspiring clients and colleagues to put nature at the heart of their plans.
• Addressing climate change: The effects of a changing climate are far-reaching and significant. Unpredictable weather, increasing temperatures, and rising sea levels cause both social inequalities and environmental disruption. We're building a net zero strategy, developing insurance products and services, and mobilizing to advance thought leadership and investment in societal-led solutions.
• Integrating ESG: All companies have a role to play in building a more resilient future. Incorporating ESG considerations into our internal processes and practices builds resilience from the roots of our business. We’re training our colleagues, engaging our external partners, and evolving our sustainability governance and reporting.
• AXA Hearts in Action:  We have established volunteering and charitable giving programs to help colleagues support causes that matter most to them, known as AXA XL’s “Hearts in Action” programs. These include our Matching Gifts program, Volunteering Leave, and our annual volunteering day – the Global Day of Giving.

For more information, please see axaxl.com/sustainability.

The U.S. base salary range for this position is $120,000 to $150,000 USD. 

AXA XL is a global Company.  The salary range noted above is applicable only for US applicants.  Actual pay will be determined based upon the individual’s skills, experience and location. We strive for market alignment and internal equity with our colleagues’ pay.

At AXA XL, we know how important physical, mental, and financial health are to our employees, which is why we are proud to offer benefits such as a competitive retirement savings plan, health and wellness programs, and many other benefits. We also believe in fostering our colleagues' development and offer a wide range of learning opportunities for colleagues to hone their professional skills and to position themselves for the next step of their careers.

Who we are

AXA XL, the P&C and specialty risk division of AXA, is known for solving complex risks. For mid-sized companies, multinationals and even some inspirational individuals we don’t just provide re/insurance, we reinvent it.

How? By combining a comprehensive and efficient capital platform, data-driven insights, leading technology, and the best talent in an agile and inclusive workspace, empowered to deliver top client service across all our lines of business − property, casualty, professional, financial lines and specialty.

With an innovative and flexible approach to risk solutions, we partner with those who move the world forward.

Want to know more?

 Learn more at axaxl.com