VP, Head of Engineering Practice

Arch Capital Group Ltd.

. Define and execute the engineering strategy for engineering initiatives and shared services .

Posted 9/21/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $180,000 - $250,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading engineering initiatives, fostering innovation, and implementing modern development practices. Proficient in cloud-native architectures, API-first design, and building AI-driven applications while mentoring engineering teams.

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Principal Engineer ExperienceJava ExpertiseCloud-Native ArchitectureDevOps PracticesLeadership in Engineering Teams

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Hard Skills

Full-Stack DevelopmentSpring BootAngularRelational DatabasesNon-Relational DatabasesMicroservicesContainerizationEvent-Driven ArchitectureSoftware Engineering Best PracticesAI-Driven Applications

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationLeadership SkillsInfluencing Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft AzureDockerKubernetes

Industry Keywords

Insurance P&C DomainEngineering PoliciesEngineering StandardsContinuous ImprovementObservability Practices

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AngularAzureCloudDockerJavaKubernetesMicroservicesSpringSpring BootSpringBoot

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define and execute the engineering strategy for engineering initiatives and shared services
Facilitate Engineering Practice meetings with broad representation across teams, including Infrastructure and Security
Champion engineering excellence and modern development practices across the organization
Lead workgroups and guilds focused on key engineering topics with defined charters and deliverables
Develop and maintain engineering policies and standards
Create reusable libraries, templates, and frameworks to accelerate development across teams
Lead the design and development of cloud-native, API-first applications emphasizing scalability, security, and performance
Oversee reference implementations and participate in tool evaluations
Participate in architecture decisions and ensure alignment with enterprise standards and business objectives
Drive adoption of DevOps, CI/CD, automated testing, and observability practices
Foster innovation and continuous improvement within engineering teams
Collaborate with product and business leaders to identify opportunities for AI and emerging technologies
Champion AI-driven solutions and integrate GenAI capabilities into engineering workflows
Establish engineering playbooks and best practices for full-stack development
Build and mentor a team of Junior Engineers
Promote knowledge sharing and cross-functional collaboration

Requirements

What you’ll need

Proven experience as a Principal Engineer or senior technology leader with a strong hands-on full-stack background
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
Minimum 15+ years in software engineering
At least 5 years in a senior technology leadership role
Proven track record of leading large engineering teams and delivering complex enterprise solutions
Expertise in Java, Spring Boot, Angular, and relational/non-relational databases
Deep understanding of cloud-native architectures and API-first design principles
Hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure and related services
Strong knowledge of software engineering best practices, design patterns, and architectural principles
Experience with microservices, containerization (Docker/Kubernetes), and event-driven architectures
Demonstrated ability to lead large-scale engineering initiatives and deliver enterprise-grade solutions
Experience in Insurance P&C domain is strongly preferred
Familiarity with building AI-driven applications and integrating machine learning models into production systems
Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to influence at all levels

Benefits

Comp & perks

Multiple medical plans plus dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
Competitive 401k with generous matching
PTO beginning at 20 days per year
Up to 12 paid company holidays per year
2 paid days of Volunteer Time Off
Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
Short- and Long-Term Disability
Paid Parental Leave of up to 10 weeks
Student Loan Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
Backup Child and Elder Care