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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # SVP, Head of Engineering & Solutions Architect - **Company:** Novacore Insurance Services, Llc - **Location:** United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** JavaScript (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Artificial Intelligence, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Engineering, Code Generation, Python (Programming Language), Web Application Frameworks, AI Infrastructure, Cloud Platform System, Modern Ui, ReactJS, Delivery Pipeline, Backend, Vue.js, Build Management, AI Platforms, Front End Software Development, Restful APIs - **Published:** September 23, 2026 - **Apply:** https://startup.jobs/svp-head-of-engineering-solutions-architect-novacore-insurance-services--10156930 ## About the Role Must-Have * Expert-level hands-on engineering background with a strong desire to build and code * Deep experience building production AI systems, including agent-based architectures * Strong proficiency in Python and applied AI frameworks (e.g., LangChain, LangGraph, Semantic Kernel) * Experience designing and owning modern, cloud-native platforms in Microsoft Azure * Solid experience with RESTful services and modern backend architectures * Working knowledge of JavaScript and modern frameworks (Vue.js, React) sufficient to lead and guide teams * Demonstrated passion for AI-assisted development and code generation tools * Proven ability to define and execute a technical roadmap in fast-moving environments Nice-to-Have * Experience in underwriting, insurance, or financial services * Familiarity with regulated production environments and explainability requirements * Experience extending AI platforms beyond core domains (e.g., finance operations, GTM workflows) * Background in building internal developer platforms or proprietary tooling Leadership Profile * Builder-first mindset - leads by doing, not delegating * Comfortable embracing new architectures and evolving systems * Pushes teams to use AI to improve how software is built * Pragmatic, fast-moving, and comfortable with ambiguity * Strong communicator across technical and non-technical audiences * Passionate about modern engineering, AI, and continuous improvement ## Description * AI Platform Ownership & Roadmap * Own the AI strategy and engineering roadmap for underwriting and adjacent business functions * Design and build AI-first platforms leveraging agentic systems across underwriting, insurance operations, and future domains (e.g., AR/AP, go-to-market workflows) * Lead adoption of AI-assisted development and code generation tools, pushing teams to meaningfully improve developer productivity and quality * Partner with Data Science to operationalize models and agents in production (this role focuses on engineering and platformization, not model research) * Architecture & Hands-On Engineering * Lead the design and implementation of modern, cloud-native architectures in a 100% Microsoft Azure environment * Build and evolve a proprietary AI-enabled underwriting platform from the ground up * Perform hands-on development in core platform services and integrations * Define and evolve APIs, services, and workflows across the underwriting lifecycle * Ensure production-grade reliability, scalability, security, and observability * Full-Stack & Modern UI Enablement (Supporting, Not Primary) * Provide technical leadership across the full stack, including REST-based services and modern JavaScript frameworks * Enable and guide teams working with Vue.js and React, without making front-end development the primary focus of the role * Ensure UI and platform layers are well-integrated and designed for rapid iteration and AI-driven workflows * AI Engineering & Tooling * Build and scale agent-based AI systems using modern frameworks (e.g., LangChain, LangGraph, Semantic Kernel or equivalent) * Own AI infrastructure, orchestration, and deployment pipelines * Establish best practices for responsible, scalable AI in production environments * Train and mentor engineers on effective use of AI tooling, agents, and modern development workflows * Leadership & Team Development * Lead a small core team (2-3 direct reports) and provide technical direction to a broader group of engineers and contractors * Shape the team's technical direction, standards, and development culture * Act as a key partner to Product, Underwriting, Data Science, and Executive Leadership * Translate business and underwriting needs into scalable technical solutions ## Related Videos - [Watch Tests Go Brrrr! 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