Job Description

:Aon is looking for an Associate Director, Software Engineering.As part of an industry-leading team, you will help empower results for our clients by delivering innovative and effective solutions as part of our Aon Life Solutions within Aon Reinsurance Strategy and Technology Group, in India. As a software engineer and Associate Director, you will report directly to the Director, Global Life Risk Modelling Consulting.This is role offers flexibility to work virtually from anywhere in Canada.Your impact as an Associate Director:Aon Life Solutions provides high efficiency computing software, consulting services as well as advisory services to financial intermediaries, primarily insurance companies. The high-performance software platform, PathWise, provides companies with the ability to easily model financial obligations without involved coding and is run on Graphical Processing Units (GPU), making it the fastest, readily available software platform currently in use in the insurance industry. Global Life Risk Modelling consulting services has focused primarily on actuarial analysis, modelling of insurance liabilities and financial assets and reviews of hedging programs. As an associate Director and Software Engineer in Global Life Risk Modelling Consulting Team, you will supervise developers and work with different teams to support the development of models and processes for companies moving to PathWise. You will break down complex problems into steps that drive product development. You will provide valuable contributions to the Aon Life product vision and go-to-market strategy.Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Canada. This role is not eligible for sponsorship, and we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa or work permit.Aon is in the business of better decisionsAt Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world.As an organization, we are united through trust as one inclusive, diverse team, and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed.What the day will look like

• Support the development of models and processes for companies moving into PathWise
• Support the development of complex actuarial and financial products and libraries powered by HPC on GPUs in an Agile environment.
• Provide technical guidance as an expert in multiple technologies to the software development team and supervise their activities.
• Develop innovative solutions to some of the most complex and challenging problems by collaborating as needed across regions, product areas and functions.
• Understand trends in financial and insurance industries, the cloud ecosystem, the driven market and customer requirements in depth.
• Perform analysis and research into technology trends, products and competitors; provide recommendations for improvements and general changes to the product.

How this opportunity is differentBe part of a growing multi-disciplinary team developing an exciting new product used globally by leading financial institutions. You will connect the technical and business worlds through your work on a groundbreaking high-performance computing platform using GPU technology. Experience first-hand how your valuable contributions through all stages from inception, design and development, delivery, and go-to-market turn your product into a success.Skills and experience that will lead to success

• Dedicated individual who is not afraid to take initiative and facilitate change where necessary.
• A technical field Bachelor\'s degree, such as Electrical/Computer Engineering or Computer Science, along with equivalent experience, is required. A Master\'s degree or equivalent experience is considered beneficial.
• 5+ years\xe2\x80\x99 experience as a Software Engineer in developing and launching products, libraries and technologies within the actuarial and/or financial industries in an agile environment.
• 3+ years\xe2\x80\x99 experience in leading software development teams.
• Experienced knowledge of python (NumPy, Pandas, SciPy) is a must.
• Expert knowledge of Agile methodologies and Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
• Experience with Azure DevOps and Atlassian tools, Jira, Confluence.
• Knowledge of C, C++, C# a plus.
• Knowledge of parallel computing and Cuda a big plus.
• Experience with software version control systems: git, svn
• Experience developing software on Linux.
• Knowledge of actuarial and/or financial products and libraries such as QuantLib.
• Technical knowledge and experience in multiple Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) models.

How we support our colleaguesIn addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage a diverse workforce. Plus, our agile, inclusive environment allows you to manage your wellbeing and work/life balance, ensuring you can be your best self at Aon. Furthermore, all colleagues enjoy two \xe2\x80\x9cGlobal Wellbeing Days\xe2\x80\x9d each year, encouraging you to take time to focus on yourself. We offer a variety of working style solutions, but we also recognise that flexibility goes beyond just the place of work... and we are all for it. We call this Smart Working!Our continuous learning culture inspires and equips you to learn, share and grow, helping you achieve your fullest potential. As a result, at Aon, you are more connected, more relevant, and more valued.Aon values an innovative, diverse workplace where all colleagues feel empowered to be their authentic selves. Aon is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.Aon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran, marital, domestic partner status, or other legally protected status.We welcome applications from all and provide individuals with disabilities with reasonable adjustments to participate in the job application, interview process and to perform essential job functions once onboard. If you would like to learn more about the reasonable accommodations we provide, email ReasonableAccommodations@Aon.com#LI-NA1 2552160

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