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Director Solution Engineering

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We are Farmers – where ambition meets opportunity.

 

At Farmers, we’re not just known for unforgettable jingle – we’re a team with a passion for purpose and making a real difference in people’s lives. We deliver peace of mind when it matters most. Our results-driven, high-performance culture thrives on creativity, accountability and bold solutions. Here, growth isn’t just a goal – it’s a way of life for both the organization and every individual on our team. We tackle challenges head-on, learn from every experience and measure our impact on the customers who trust us.

 

Join an award-winning,  equal opportunity employer, where you’ll find more than a job – you’ll find a supportive community. Enjoy competitive benefits, take part in meaningful volunteer projects, and help shape the future alongside talented colleagues across all backgrounds. At Farmers, helping others is at the heart of what we do.

 

Ready to make your mark? Discover our vibrant culture and explore career opportunities at www.Farmers.com/careers/corporate. Connect with us on Instagram, LinkedIn and TikTok, and let’s build something incredible together!

 

Workplace:Hybrid ( #LI-Hybrid ), Remote ( #LI-Remote )

Farmers believes in a culture of collaboration, creativity, and innovation, which thrives when we have the ability to work flexibly in a virtual setting as well as the opportunity to be together in person. Our hybrid work environment combines the best of both worlds with at least three (3) days in office and up to two (2) days virtual for employees who live within fifty (50) miles of a Farmers corporate office. Applicants beyond fifty (50) miles may still be considered.

Job Summary

The position provides leadership across complex, multi‑team initiatives, influencing solution strategy through deep technical expertise, strong business acumen, and systems‑level thinking.  The role partners closely with business, technology, data, and governance leaders to translate strategic objectives into AI‑enabled, scalable solutions that deliver measurable value while maintaining trust, security, and compliance. They serve as a trusted advisor and subject matter expert in AI‑driven solution engineering, guiding decisions across multiple business units and technology domains. It performs work independently while receiving guidance or direction for only the most complex scenarios. Mentors, trains, or coaches less experienced team members at all levels and supervises direct reports who are individual contributors or people leaders.

What You'll Do

  • Partners with cross-functional business stakeholders and technical teams to understand and address complex to highly complex initiatives within a business unit or at the enterprise level. Leads discussions to gather requirements, develop solutions, validate technology assumptions, and evaluate implementation alternatives. Influences solution strategies by leveraging deep business knowledge and depth of expertise in solution engineering.
  • Leads multiple technical projects simultaneously by prioritizing and coordinating solution engineering efforts across teams and initiatives. Establishes performance metrics to measure effectiveness and continuously optimize performance. Manages non-functional requirements and ensures compliance with industry standards throughout the solution development and delivery process.
  • Supervises, guides, coaches, and manages the performance of direct reports who are people leaders or individual contributors. Delivers regular feedback and supports professional development. Fosters a high-performance culture where excellence is standard and innovation is actively encouraged.
  • Partner closely with technology, data, business, and governance leaders to ensure AI solutions are architected, delivered, and adopted with rigor, speed, trust, and  align with product roadmaps and overarching business strategies. Monitors progress, resolves issues affecting delivery timelines, and leads technical problem-solving efforts during development and deployment phases. Partners with business stakeholders and technical teams to address challenges and optimize solutions
  • Demonstrated learning agility with a disciplined approach to staying current on emerging AI technologies and approaches, rapidly synthesizing new insights, and translating continuous learning into practical guidance, decisions, and organizational capability.
  • Drive innovation by identifying emerging AI capabilities, external trends, and new operating approaches, and translating them into actionable pilots and scalable programs. 

What You'll Bring

  • Minimum 10 years of experience required in solution engineering, software development, systems architecture, or related.
  • Experience with Agile methodologies and working in Agile teams required.
  • Experience in the insurance industry preferred.
  • Experience in a people leader or management role required.
  • Experience with artificial intelligence technologies, including applied machine learning, generative AI, intelligent automation, and modern data and AI platforms, with the ability to translate technical capabilities into enterprise business strategy.

Education Requirements

  • Bachelors degree required in computer science, engineering, or similar field.

Additional Qualifications

  • Experience leading or standing up enterprise AI, data, or automation programs within regulated industries such as insurance, financial services, or healthcare.
  • Background in consulting, product leadership, platform engineering, or enterprise architecture, with a track record of driving transformation at scale.
  • Familiarity with responsible AI, security, privacy, and compliance considerations, and experience partnering with risk, legal, and governance teams.
  • Strong verbal communication and listening skills. Able to clearly communicate technical information to non-technical audiences.
  • Demonstrated written communication skills.
  • Excellent collaboration and team building skills.
  • Demonstrated problem solving skills. Able to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues of varying complexity.
  • Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment.
  • Ability to drive multiple projects to successful completion.
  • Demonstrated project management skills.
  • Possesses strong technical aptitude. Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite. Deep knowledge of software architecture principles and design patterns. Strong proficiency in one or more phases of the software development lifecycle. In-depth knowledge of multiple systems and their key components. Working knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and version control systems. Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, etc. 
  • Effectively coaches and delivers constructive feedback.
  • Effective leadership skills. Able to supervise and mentor direct reports to enhance performance and achieve objectives.  

Physical Actions

Job is performed in-person at a Farmers office or virtually at an approved alternative work location. The physical work environment is indoors and climate-controlled with adequate lighting and ventilation. Normal and customary distractions include background noise produced by office equipment and chatter among people, as well as interruptions. Frequently sits for prolonged periods of time, up to a full shift. Occasionally moves about the workplace including, navigating stairs, ramps, and level or uneven surfaces. Occasionally moves, pushes, pulls, lifts, carries, and/or places objects or materials weighing up to 25 pounds without assistance. Frequently uses shoulders, arms, hands, and fingers to manipulate equipment, tools, and objects necessary to perform job duties. Frequently performs fine motor tasks such as typing, mousing, or writing, up to a full shift. Rarely performs movements such as bending, stooping, crouching, kneeling, twisting, and reaching overhead or below the knees. Possesses clear vision, with or without correction, to visually read and verify information. Relies on depth perception and peripheral vision to navigate the work environment visually by identifying barriers, changes in terrain and locating objects. Possesses adequate hearing, with or without correction, to communicate with co-workers, respond promptly to auditory signals or alarms, and discern sounds essential for maintaining safety and productivity in the workplace. Jobs in this category require rare, if any, travel.

Benefits

  • Farmers offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience, qualifications and location.
    o CA Only: $166,725 - $283,250
    o CO Only: $156,300 - $244,530 
    o HI/IL/MN/VT Only: $156,300 - $261,470
    o MA Only: $156,300 - $261,470 
  • o MD Only: $156,300 - $261,470
    o DC/NJ/NY/OH Only: $156,300 - $283,250 
             o Albany County, NY/Cleveland, OH: $166,725 - $244,530 
    o WA Only:  $156,300 - $297,125 
  • Bonus Opportunity (based on Company and Individual Performance)
  • 401(k)
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Tuition Assistance
  • For more information, review “What we offer” on https://www.farmers.com/careers/corporate/#offer

 

Job Location(s): R_US - United States

 

Anticipated application deadline: At Farmers, the recruitment process is designed to ensure that we find the best talent to join our team. As part of this process, we typically close open positions within 8 to 21 days after posting. If you are interested in any of our open positions, we encourage you to submit your application promptly.

 

Farmers will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in accordance with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance or other applicable law.  Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1033, Farmers is prohibited from employing any individual who has been convicted of any criminal felony involving dishonesty or a breach of trust without prior written consent from the state Department of Insurance.

 

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

 

Farmers is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in any employer/employee relations based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military and veteran's status, or any other basis protected by applicable discrimination laws. 

 

Want to learn more about our culture & opportunities? Check out www.Farmers.com/careers/corporate and be sure to follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, and TikTok.

 

Spokane, WA only:  Residents who prefer not to provide their address click here to submit your resume via email: careers@farmers.com

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