AVP, Solutions Engineering Lead

Key Objectives We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated AVP, Solutions Engineering Lead to spearhead the architecture and development of scalable, high-performance APIs and modern web applications. This is a hands-on leadership role where you will shape the software development strategy, lead a talented engineering team, and collaborate across functions to deliver robust, AI-enhanced digital solutions. You will be responsible for designing and implementing system architecture, maintaining high standards of code quality, and delivering efficient, maintainable software using cutting-edge technologies and frameworks. Your leadership will be instrumental in driving innovation and ensuring our applications meet both technical excellence and business objectives. Major Responsibilities Full-Stack Architecture & Development Architect, implement, and maintain scalable, secure, and high-performance web applications and APIs using modern frameworks and technologies (e.g., React, Angular, Python, Node.js). Design intuitive, responsive front-end interfaces aligned with business goals, ensuring modularity, maintainability, and adherence to design systems and accessibility standards. Build and maintain RESTful and asynchronous APIs, integrating AI-powered services (e.g., OpenAI, Azure Cognitive Services) to deliver intelligent, business-centric features. Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner with product managers, AI/ML teams and business stakeholders to translate requirements into robust technical solutions. Collaborate on roadmap planning, delivery timelines, and resource allocation to ensure timely and high-quality execution. Technical Leadership & Mentorship Provide hands-on technical leadership, coaching, and code reviews to uphold engineering excellence and foster team growth. Lead architectural decisions, promote best practices, and ensure alignment with enterprise standards and long-term scalability. Performance, Reliability & Security Optimize application performance, state management, and responsiveness across devices and platforms. Implement and manage CI/CD pipelines, deployment workflows, and real-time communication services (e.g., WebSockets). Ensure applications are production-ready, secure, and resilient, with proactive monitoring, debugging, and issue resolution. Innovation & Continuous Improvement Stay current with emerging technologies, frameworks, and industry trends. Champion user-centered design and AI integration to enhance user experience and business value. Maintain strong documentation and ensure codebase scalability as the product evolves. Minimum Requirements Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. 7+ years of backend development experience, including 3+ years in a technical leadership role. Strong experience in JavaScript /TypeScript and modern frameworks such as Angular, React, or Vue.js for front-end scripting; Python or Node.js for back-end scripting. Experience with integrating and deploying AI models and APIs in production environments. In-depth knowledge of REST, WebSockets, and event-driven architecture. Ability to independently create wireframes or mock-ups that align with Chubb's UI/UX guidelines and standards. Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or GCP) and CI/CD pipeline tools (e.g., GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps, Jenkins). Deep understanding of backend performance, scalability, and security best practices. Strong problem-solving and debugging skills across distributed systems. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to guide team members and align development with product and business objectives. Experience leading agile development practices, including sprint planning, code reviews, and retrospectives