Lead Platform Consultant (hybrid)

The Allstate Corp

Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom
Hybrid
5+ years software engineering experience
Java and javascript programming
Distributed systems architecture
This role serves as a strategic advisor guiding engineering teams through complex technical challenges while shaping platform strategies aligned with outcome-based delivery

Job Summary

  • This role serves as a strategic advisor guiding engineering teams through complex technical challenges while shaping platform strategies aligned with outcome-based delivery.
  • The position requires embedding secure-by-design principles and rigorous threat modeling into the development lifecycle to fortify platforms from the ground up.
  • Allstate offers a generous benefits package including healthcare, dental, pension, and access to world-class learning platforms within a culture rooted in engineering excellence.

Matching Summary

This role serves as a strategic advisor guiding engineering teams through complex technical challenges while shaping platform strategies aligned with outcome-based delivery.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 5+ years software engineering experience
  • Java and Javascript programming
  • Distributed systems architecture
  • Cloud native microservices
  • Secure-by-design principles
  • Threat modeling practices

Nice-to-have

  • AI security expertise
  • Zero Trust architecture knowledge
  • API-first design approach
  • Modern cryptographic protocols
  • Behavior-driven development
  • Cross-functional mentorship skills

Key Requirements

  • Minimum 5 years software engineering experience
  • 3+ years architecting large scale distributed systems
  • Expertise in Agile/XP and DevOps methodologies
  • Proficiency in at least 3 programming paradigms
  • Proven leadership and mentoring responsibilities

Work Rights

AccessNI background checks required; Not specified

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