Technology Manager

Aon is in the business of better decisions

At 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

Leadership and Project Management:

• Manage a team of software developers and IT professionals, providing mentorship and support to foster career growth and development.
• Collaborate with and contribute with the global analytics product development team.
• Lead projects from conception through to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Hold regular team meetings to discuss progress, address concerns, and brainstorm solutions to technical challenges.
• Implement agile project management methodologies to streamline development processes and encourage a culture of continuous improvement.

Technical Contribution and Development:

• Actively contribute to coding and architectural design, particularly leveraging the Microsoft technology stack (C#, ASP.NET, MS SQL, Azure, DevOps).
• Oversee the design, development, and maintenance of software applications while ensuring compliance with system specifications and organizational standards.
• Conduct code reviews and maintain standard coding practices among the team.

Technology Stack Management:

• Ensure architectural integrity and consistency across software projects utilizing Microsoft technologies and Azure cloud services.
• Implement and manage CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps, improving deployment practices and reducing time-to-market.
• Monitor technology trends and updates relevant to our core tech stack, recommending and implementing improvements and innovations.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Communicate effectively with diverse stakeholder groups, translating technical details into business language.
• Work closely with other department heads to ensure technological developments align with business needs and strategies.
• Report on technology strategy and progress to senior management.

How this opportunity is different

We are seeking a dynamic hands-on Technology Manager to build out and lead our global technology team in Singapore while actively participating in the development of our projects. This role is ideal for a technology leader who excels in managing both people and projects, and has a strong background in the Microsoft technology stack. The successful candidate will not only oversee the development team but will also contribute to coding, architecture, and ensuring high-quality software solutions while working with a global team.

Skills and experience that will lead to success

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, IT, or related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in software development, with at least 4 years in a managerial role.
• Proven experience managing technology teams and software projects that focus on products that deliver complex analytics.
• Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft technologies, including but not limited to Azure, DevOps, C#, .NET, and MS SQL Server.
• Familiarity with implementing and managing CI/CD pipelines and containerization technologies.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, with a solid understanding of software architecture and design.
• Strong leadership skills and experience in an Agile development environment.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience of product development within the Insurance industry is a bonus.

How we support our colleagues

In 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 “Global Wellbeing Days” 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 [email protected]