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Principal Engineer

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This job is all about leading engineering projects as a Principal Engineer. You’ll guide teams, solve complex problems, and ensure top-notch quality in digital solutions. You might like this job because it combines leadership with hands-on coding and innovation!

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Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur

Job Description

The purpose of this role is to lead engineering excellence in delivery for Digital Commercial squads. As a Principal Engineer, you will be responsible for leading delivery for 2 squads of developers and testers, setting a high bar for engineering excellence and delivery.

This role will involve solution design for new features, and hands-on coding to do POCs or reference implementations or assist teams with engineering challenges if required. You will work closely with business stakeholders and global and regional technology teams to understand business priorities, architecture standards and security policies. 

For delivery, effective management of competing priorities across geographically dispersed teams, creative problem-solving, resourcefulness, and superior communication skills are crucial to overcome challenges and manage key delivery risks while keeping stakeholders informed of progress.

Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage engineering projects from concept to completion, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to quality standards.
  • Provide technical leadership and mentorship/coaching to Tech Leads and Senior Developers.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product management, design, and operations, to develop innovative solutions.
  • Conduct research and stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices.
  • Develop and maintain technical documentation, including design specifications.
  • Identify and resolve technical challenges and provide solutions to complex engineering problems.
  • Ensure compliance with security and compliance standards.
  • Participate in code reviews, design reviews, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.


Job Requirements

Qualifications

Skills & Experience

  • Experience with Java backend and API development, including Spring Boot framework.
  • Experience with front end development, specifically Angular.
  • Knowledge of Agile delivery processes.
  • Experience working closely with and influencing business stakeholders.
  • Experience in solution design is required.
  • Experiencing leading engineering teams and driving delivery is required.

 

Desireable

  • Insurance industry or Financial Services industry experience is preferred.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong communication skills, written and verbal.
  • Ability to multi-task and work under pressure.
  • Systems and business architecture knowledge is a plus.
  • Ability to take minimal direction and work independently with high precision/quality of output.
  • Experience working with teams across multiple countries.

 


Company Benefits

Professional career growth

Chubb makes substantial investments in its people so they have opportunities to grow professionally.

Chubb associate program

Get connected with the training, development, mentoring and experiences you’ll need to grow at our company!

Mobility

Employees are exposed to a variety of markets and ongoing opportunities to learn, network, progress and succeed.


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Chubb

Protecing the present and building a better future At Chubb, we assess, assume and manage risk with insight and discipline. Chubb is a world leader in insurance. Chubb’s operation in Malaysia (Chubb Insurance Malaysia Berhad) provides a comprehensive range of general insurance solutions for individuals, families and businesses, both large and small through a multitude of distribution channels. With a strong...