Lead Platform Engineer (hybrid)

Allstate

Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom
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5+ years software engineering experience
Java and javascript programming required
3+ years distributed systems architecture
** Allstate is seeking a Lead Platform Engineer to join their Product Security team in Belfast, Northern Ireland. The role requires a strong background in software engineering and security architecture, focusing on creating secure, scalable platforms while mentoring engineering teams. **

Job Summary

  • This role serves as a strategic advisor guiding engineering teams through complex technical challenges while embedding secure-by-design principles from the outset of development.
  • The position requires deep expertise in architecting large-scale distributed systems on modern cloud platforms like AWS or Azure with a focus on scalability and high availability.
  • Allstate offers a generous flexible benefits package including healthcare, dental, pension, and access to world-class learning platforms within a product-driven culture.

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** Allstate is seeking a Lead Platform Engineer to join their Product Security team in Belfast, Northern Ireland. The role requires a strong background in software engineering and security architecture, focusing on creating secure, scalable platforms while mentoring engineering teams. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 5+ years software engineering experience
  • Java and JavaScript programming required
  • 3+ years distributed systems architecture
  • Docker Kubernetes cloud native deployment
  • Secure-by-design and threat modeling
  • RESTful API design and development

Nice-to-have

  • AI tools and local model proficiency
  • Zero Trust architecture expertise
  • OpenAPI specification driven development
  • Behavior-driven development practices
  • Cross-functional leadership influence
  • Emerging technology adoption mindset

Key Requirements

  • Minimum 5 years software engineering experience
  • Minimum 3 years hands-on distributed systems expertise
  • Proven leadership responsibilities as technical advisor
  • Expert knowledge of Agile XP and DevOps methodologies

Work Rights

Not specified

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