Hiring a Technical Lead (Insurance/Financial Services domain experience and APPIAN applications, workflows, and integrations, Appian IDP (Intelligent Document Processing), RPA, case management, and process automation solutions). Preference will be given to candidates whose resumes clearly meet the required experience and requirements outlined below. Professionals with relevant experience may send their updated resume to Sriram.Parasa@brainhunter.com

Requirement Summary

Job Role/Title: Technical Lead Anticipated Start Date: 4 weeks from offer (pending background checks) Job Type: Contract Opportunity. Initial contract for 1 year, with good possibilities of further extensions. Potential to convert to permanent: Yes; potential to convert to a permanent position after the initial contract (preferring candidates who would be interested in a full-time role). Job Location: Toronto, ON / London, ON / Winnipeg, MB. Work Style: Hybrid Work - 3 days per week in the office required (Tuesday and Thursday are mandatory).

Work Hours: 37.5 hours/week, typically Monday-Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Contractor to work extra time or be on-call: Yes, on-call rotation (Monday to Sunday) as required. Rate Cap: Depending on relevant experience, up to $100/Hr. (on Incorp). The final compensation will be negotiated between the contractor and recruiter based on experience and engagement terms.

Interview: Teams interviews; 2 interviews

Position Overview: The Technical Lead will lead a high-performing team of engineers and analysts to build automation solutions, covering all aspects of the software development lifecycle. Success is measured by the team’s ability to generate positive results for Canada Life’s business and client objectives. The role involves building partnerships with onshore and offshore teams to build, optimize, evolve, and stabilize applications. The ideal candidate will have strong technical expertise in modern automation technologies, leadership and mentoring skills, strategic planning capabilities, and effective communication and stakeholder management.

The Technical Lead will exhibit strong problem-solving skills, adaptability, and critical thinking. Keeping current on industry trends and regulatory compliance within the financial services sector is crucial. You will work closely with cross-functional teams including product owners, architects, data scientists, and business stakeholders to deliver impactful AI-driven workflows and applications.

Responsibilities & Deliverables

Technical Lead the design and development of Appian applications, workflows, and integrations. Build and maintain Appian IDP, RPA, case management, and process automation solutions. Design and implement AI-enabled workflows using Appian AI capabilities, Generative AI, and machine learning services. Integrate Appian with enterprise applications, APIs, databases, and cloud platforms. Translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions and architecture designs. Ensure solution quality through code reviews, testing, performance optimization, and adherence to development standards. Troubleshoot complex application and integration issues and provide production support. Drive adoption of Appian best practices, reusable components, and governance standards. Stay current on Appian platform enhancements, AI trends, and emerging automation technologies.

Leadership & Delivery

Lead and mentor Appian developers, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement. Collaborate with product owners, architects, and business stakeholders to define priorities and delivery plans. Manage technical risks, dependencies, and escalations across projects. Support Agile delivery practices and drive high-quality, on-time project execution. Promote knowledge sharing and continuous learning across the team. Identify opportunities for processes, training, and systems to retain and transition knowledge, enhancing individual and team effectiveness. Provide regular project status updates to upper management and stakeholders.

Qualifications and Key Skillset for this Role

Experience & Education Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or equivalent experience. 6-10 years of software development experience, including 4+ years of Appian development. Experience leading Appian delivery teams and enterprise automation initiatives. Appian Certified Lead Developer certification preferred.

Technical Skills

Strong expertise in Appian SAIL, Process Models, Records, Decision Rules, Data Fabric, and Integrations. Experience with Appian IDP, RPA, Process Mining, and workflow automation. Proficiency in REST/SOAP APIs, SQL, and enterprise integration patterns. Experience designing scalable, secure, and high-performing Appian solutions.

AI & Automation Skills

Experience integrating AI/ML capabilities into enterprise applications. Knowledge of Generative AI, LLMs, NLP, conversational AI, and intelligent document processing. Understanding of AI solution lifecycle, monitoring, governance, and responsible AI practices. Experience with Appian AI Skills or enterprise AI platforms such as Amazon Bedrock/Azure AI/OpenAI is an asset.

Leadership & Professional Skills

Strong leadership, mentoring, and stakeholder management capabilities. Excellent communication and collaboration skills. Proven ability to solve complex technical problems and drive innovation. Experience working in Agile and DevOps environments. Ability to balance hands-on development with strategic planning and delivery oversight.

How to Apply: Please email your up-to-date Resume/CV to Sriram.Parasa@brainhunter.com We appreciate all applicants for their interest in working with us; however, only those candidates shortlisted for the next steps in the hiring process will be contacted.

Thank you, and have a wonderful day!