Technical Applications Specialist

London
8 months ago
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Skills and Experience:

Deep understanding of Policy Administration Systems (PAS) functionality and architecture.
Experience with specific PAS platforms (Eclipse Broking, Applied Epic, SaaS solutions) is highly desirable.
Familiarity with insurance products and their configuration within a PAS.
Proficiency in troubleshooting and resolving complex technical issues.
Experience with system integrations (APIs, web services, batch processes), as PAS often integrates with many other core insurance systems (CRM, Claims, Billing, Data Warehouses).
Understanding of SaaS and cloud technologies if the PAS is cloud-based.
Basic understanding of network configuration as it pertains to system connectivity.
Broad understanding of security principles and secure development practices in enterprise systems.
API Development/Management (RESTful, SOAP): Experience in designing, implementing, and consuming APIs for seamless data exchange between PAS and other systems.
System Enhancement & Integration: Focus on improving PAS capabilities through configuration, customisation, and seamless integration with other critical business systems.
Proven track record in supporting and administering an array of different technology stacked applications or enterprise platforms.
Broad understanding of security principles and high-level understanding of secure development practices.
Good understanding of end-to-end business processes within a relevant domain
Excellent verbal and technical communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with technical and non-technical colleagues at all levels.
Understanding and experience working within the ITIL Service Delivery framework.

Technical skills:

Cloud Platforms and SaaS/PaaS solutions
Application configuration
PAS Data Model
API Management
Policy Administration System configuration
Mimecast
Performance Testing
Patch management, Group policy management

Understanding of:

Security (All disciplines)
Data & Reporting (Desirable)
Policy Administration Systems (Insurance)
Microsoft & Google products
SaaS licensing & Commercials

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