Senior Automation Developer- Permanent- CLGS
Dublin, IE
- Full Time Permanent position
- Hybrid role based in our City Centre offices
What we offer
We have embraced a hybrid working model for most of our positions, which means that you can enjoy a balanced approach of working from home for part of the week and working from the office for the remainder of the week.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including competitive salaries and bonuses, robust Learning and Development support, excellent Defined Contribution pension and comprehensive Wellbeing initiatives and support to name but a few.
Further details on our benefits package can be accessed here Benefits (life-careers.com)
Role Overview
Central Technology Services (CTS) is a centralised function within Canada Life Group that architects, delivers and runs shared systems and infrastructure across the European entities and operates IT security underpinning all IT activities.
The CTS Application Services function provides IT services for both shared and corporate type solutions directly to the end customer within the European entities and within the central functions of ET. The solutions range from on-premise business applications, SAAS solutions, IT tools to bespoke development of applications, data platforms, integrations and automations of business and IT processes.
CTS Automation and Control are looking for a Senior Automation Developer to join the team. The successful candidate will be the technical lead on the team, and provide shape, structure, and support to the overall development efforts of the team.
Key Accountabilities
- Technical lead for the team, responsible for delivering high-quality software solutions
- Engage with requests across the entire SDLC – analysis, design, development, testing, deployment and support
- Provide necessary oversight to ensure solutions are developed in accordance with function’s quality standards, controls, architecture, wider organisation security standards and optimal total cost of ownership.
- Propose and apply best practice approaches
- Produce genuine ideas, pioneer solutions that are scalable and secure
- Manage efficiently day-to-day requests as well as engage in more complex projects
- Manage and prioritises multiple streams of workload
- Develop and leverage a close working relationship with key technology stakeholders within CTS, with peers across European Technology
- Lead, develop and motivate a team of software developers to ensure they achieve and contribute to their maximum potential
What you will need to be successful in the role
- The successful candidate should also possess the following skills and knowledge:
- Advanced scripting skills using Powershell or other scripting languages as well as fluency in one or more programming languages such as C#, Javascript, Python
- Strong SQL knowledge
- RESTful web services development experience would be an advantage.
- 8+ years in a scripting / programming / devops / automation /development role.
- Strong background in Agile and Scrum methodologies.
- Good understanding of virtualisation technologies, in particular VMWare
- Good understanding of Cloud computing. Knowledge of Azure services would be an advantage.
- Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, or related technical field or equivalent, relevant work experience
- Minimum four years leading Automation Development and at least four years of programming experience
- Ability to troubleshoot and debug software
- Team worker who works easily with others
- Must be proactive with strong analytical, documentation, and communication skills
- Willingness to learn new skills where required in order to ensure delivery of quality automation solutions
Key Competencies
About us
Canada Life Group is the top-level European holding company for the Great-West Lifeco Group’s European insurance, reinsurance, and asset management companies, with business operations in the UK, Ireland, Germany, and the Isle of Man.
European Technology sits within Canada Life Group and encompasses the technology community across all European entities, Irish Life Group, Canada Life UK, Canada Life Europe, and Central Technology Services. European Technology supports the business strategy and collaboration of technology across all European divisions.
There are multiple IT units within European Technology, each of which has its own individual set of technology platforms. Central Technology Services (CTS) provides IT infrastructure and security operations services to Europe.
The company reserves the right to draw up a shortlist as part of the selection process. Where Agency assistance is required the Canada Life Recruitment Team will engage directly with suppliers. Unsolicited CVs / profiles supplied to Canada Life by Recruitment Agencies will not be accepted for this role.
Canada Life Group Services is proud to be an Equal Opportunities employer. We have created an environment of inclusion and growth to help people achieve their potential, to ensure they can bring their whole selves to work and to feel valued. We celebrate diversity of thought and perspective and want all of our employees to feel valued, respected and supported.
We have built a culture that promotes equality and inclusion for all of our current and future employees and strive to ensure that our behaviours, processes and practices are aligned to this culture.
If you require any accommodations during the recruitment process please contact lifecareers@irishlife.ie and we will be delighted to ensure you are fully supported to be your best.
CLGS supports Equal Opportunity and is regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland.