Application Engineering Manager

Great American Insurance Group

. Lead Application Engineering within the OneTeam delivery model .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeCincinnati • Ohio • United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading application engineering teams, ensuring adherence to SDLC practices, and implementing modern development methodologies. Proficient in leveraging AI tools for process optimization and delivering high-quality software solutions in the insurance and healthcare domains.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Application Development LeadershipExpert Understanding of Machine LearningExperience with Agile MethodologiesProficiency in Multiple Programming LanguagesCloud Platform Experience

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Hard Skills

Software DevelopmentApplication DevelopmentMachine Learning ConceptsAPI DevelopmentScrumKanbanJavaPython.NETSQL

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsCommunication SkillsCollaborationMentoring

Tools & Technologies

GitHub CopilotRallySnowflakeAzureAWSEFS/EBSOracleSQL Server

Industry Keywords

EHSIT ServicesInsurance ProductsHealthcare DomainSDLC Practices

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudJavaOraclePythonSDLCSQL.NET

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead Application Engineering within the OneTeam delivery model
Own the end-to-end health, delivery, and continuous improvement of application assets supporting EHS and IT Services
Partner with Delivery Leaders, Technical Product Managers, Architects, and Business Stakeholders to align development with enterprise priorities
Lead and develop high-performing development teams
Ensure adherence to SDLC practices, security baselines, and operational standards
Oversee Application Development team operations, workflow optimization, and productivity
Plan and execute application development initiatives aligned with organizational goals
Oversee design, implementation, and deployment of software applications and systems supporting business and insurance processes
Assess application and infrastructure performance and implement improvements
Provide expert technical support for application-related issues
Cultivate collaboration across development, operations, and stakeholder teams
Evaluate and implement industry best practices and modern development practices
Leverage AI-powered tools across the SDLC and use AI responsibly for process analysis, data interpretation, and business artifacts
Implement policies, procedures, and strategies
Mentor employees and manage staff performance, talent selection, development, and coaching
Ensure team budget and performance targets are met
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship
Ability to see the big picture while focusing on delivering the details
Ability to work cross-functionally and collaboratively across multiple disciplines
Expert understanding of machine learning concepts and their software engineering implications
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
Experience documenting requirements, process flows, and acceptance criteria
3-5 years of leading software development teams using Scrum, Kanban, or XP methodology
Minimum of 10 years of experience in software development and/or application development
Minimum of 4 years of leadership experience
Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field/experience
Preferred: direct experience with self-funded insurance products
Preferred: expert proficiency in multiple programming languages, cloud platforms, and modern development frameworks
Preferred: insurance or healthcare domain experience
Preferred: experience using Rally or similar Agile Development tracking tools
Preferred: experience with GitHub Copilot, Claude, or OpenAI
Preferred: experience with Snowflake, Azure, AWS, EFS/EBS, SQL Server, Oracle, and/or similar database technologies
Preferred: experience with Java, Python, .NET, and/or other programming languages
Preferred: experience with API development and related tooling

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Wellness plans
Parental leave
Adoption assistance
Tuition reimbursement
Paid Time Off
Paid holidays
401(k) plan with company match
Employee stock purchase plan
Commuter benefits