Power Platform Architect - York, North Yorkshire, United Kingdom - Hiscox

Description

As an international specialist insurer, we are far removed from the world of mass insurance products, selectively focusing on key areas of expertise and strength, all of which is underpinned by a culture that encourages us to challenge convention and always look for a better way.

Defined by our strong moral fibre we prioritise above all else the principle of doing what we say we will. Insuring the unique and interesting, our search for talent is the same. We empower our people to think creatively, challenge the status quo and approach things with a solution focused lens. This resulted in us being able to provide the type of insurance solutions which are often too complex for other insurance companies; we find a way where others give up.

Trust is integral to how we operate and it allows us to work in an environment where every role has a high level of autonomy; freedom to forge your path and help set the wider agenda is evident in all parts of the organisation. Through embracing an environment that brings together people who are unique and interesting we are ensuring we build a company where teams don't all think the same – this, combined with a culture where the courage to say what you think is not only actively encouraged but is central to our business model has defined our success.

If you thrive in a challenging and collaborative environment where you are trusted to work instinctively and know the company will stretch you to your full potential look no further.

Hiscox UK IT

IT at Hiscox operates as a strategic business partner as opposed to a more traditional support function and is central to the Hiscox strategy, driving the agenda in the UK Business Unit. We are made up of people who push the organization to think differently and therefore look to attract / recruit people who aren't afraid to challenge how things are done and approach their work with a pioneering mindset. IT is not a home for the faint hearted. We are trusted for our track record of delivery and respected for our commercial thinking and have earned our place at the table.

The Role

Although Hiscox UK have utilised Microsoft Azure Cloud Services for a number of years, we are just starting out on the adoption of the Power Platform suite.

As a Power Platform Architect, you will be at the forefront of this initiative to provide the technical expertise focussing on the design, customisation and development of bespoke applications that are required to fulfil business requirements along with the specification, management and deployment of infrastructure to support this.

You will work closely with Business Operations teams, Solution Architects and Engineering Chapters as necessary in the provision of technical leadership (hands on where appropriate) partnering with multi-skilled agile teams to oversee the configuration and development of high-quality deliverables that are efficient, easily maintainable and secure. You will explore the feasibility of, and where appropriate, set up the governance and support processes for the implementation of 'Citizens developers' within the business.

You'll manage, coach and develop a small number of technical staff, with a focus on employee performance and career development as well as elevating their technical expertise and providing direction and leadership as you solve challenging problems together.

As a technical leader, you will also work with your peers to develop policy and standards, share knowledge and mentor those around you. You'll do this whilst advising about new technologies, approaches and innovations in your area of specialism, with room to learn, develop and grow.

Key Responsibilities

• Along with the Solution Architects, define and own the strategy and plan for the set up and use of the MS Power Platform In line with Hiscox's business and technical road maps.
• Work closely with Business operations teams in the set-up of simple 'self-service' apps that are efficient, secure and fit for purpose.
• Work closely with the Engineering leads in the definition and development of more complex .Net applications.
• On board and line manage a small team of engineers and oversee additional 3rd party resources assigned as 'burst-capacity' where necessary.
• Define standards standard and processes to be adhered to by both Hiscox and 3rd party suppliers.
• Monitor best practise and adherence to the above, taking appropriate measures to remediate any deviance.
• Design, create, deliver, maintain and support the components of the core cloud and DevOps platform, ensuring they remain securely configured, access control models are enforced, appropriate metrics are captured, and technical standards are kept up to date.
• Continually question and optimise the governance processes ensuring that deployed services meet quality and security benchmarks.
• Ensure that the UK business unit's adoption of Power Platform remains up to date and 'in-support' by the definition and execution of a mid/long term upgrade plans as appropriate.
• Contribute to the wider Hiscox IT community by offering direction and expertise.
• Drive decision making across different teams and disciplines, seeking informed decisions that lead to value-add, quality, appropriate outcomes.
• Liaise closely with and provide technical assistance to the SRE / Application support teams including well documented handover and knowledge transfer.
• Act as an SME within the wider IT team, advising on strategy and defining the right approach for a range of projects.

Key Skills

• In-depth knowledge of the Microsoft Azure Cloud
• Deep expertise in the capabilities, strategic use and roll out of Microsoft Power Platform, Data Platform, D365 and the infrastructure to support it.
• Lower-level expertise in the definition, design and development of PowerApps, PowerBI, Power Automate, Power Pages
• Excellent organisational and people skills including evidence of line and career management.
• Ability to coach and influence engineers
• Ability in the monitoring of market trends and best practices relating to Power platform, AI and cloud services.
• Collaborative team player, keen to learn and share ideas.
• Ability to efficiently manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
• Self-motivated and demonstrable ability to stay current with the latest technologies, trends, best-practise and security that can benefit the technology roadmap and team.
• Ability to multi-task and adapt to fast-changing landscapes.
• Certification at Expert level e.g. Dynamics 365 + Power Platform Solution Architect is an advantage.
• Experience in development using .Net is an advantage.

Additional Benefits

• A collaborative and inspiring environment working alongside some of the best and most committed tech people in the industry.
• Hybrid working – you can vary your working location within your team charter to allow you to collaborate better, feed your creativity, and take the time and space to focus when you need it.
• Training opportunities – we support professional certifications across engineering and non-engineering roles.
• Flexible benefits allowance – you can spend on additional pension contributions, healthcare, dental and more...
• Giving back – the ability to get involved nationally and regionally with volunteering to help our preferred charities.
• 25 days annual leave plus two Hiscox days
• 4-week paid sabbatical after every 5 years of service

Diversity at Hiscox

At Hiscox we care about our people. We hire the best people for the job and we're committed to diversity and creating a truly inclusive culture, which we believe drives success.

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About us

We're a global, specialist insurer headquartered in Bermuda and listed on the London Stock Exchange. With 3,000 employees and 32 offices in 12 countries we're a business with lots of opportunity for people with talent, spark and lots of ambition. If you want to build a great career with a company that prioritises strong values – such as integrity and courage – where our people always pull together to do the right thing for each other and our customers, then we'd love to hear from you.