Job Title: Platform Engineering Lead Are you a highly skilled, self-motivated Platform engineer with significant experience working alongside software development teams? Do you want to deliver innovative software solutions in a growing technology team within Aon? If this sounds like you then read on! This role will be based in our office in Bengaluru. You will be working with UK and global teams. Aon is in the business of better decisions At Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world. As an organization, we are united through trust as one inclusive, diverse team, and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed. What the day will look like As a Platform Engineering Lead you will be responsible for leading team of exceptional Platform Engineers designing and building Aon’s new gen Platform product. Lead and manage the Platform Engineering Team, including recruitment, mentoring, and performance evaluations. Design and oversee the development of scalable, secure, and highly available cloud infrastructure using [AWS/Azure/GCP]. Collaborate with Cloud Architects to align the platform's architecture with company objectives. Establish best practices for infrastructure as code (IAC) implementation and automation. Implement and manage CI/CD pipelines for efficient application deployment. Ensure robust security practices, including access controls, encryption, and compliance. Monitor and optimize cloud environments for performance and cost efficiency. Coordinate with DevOps and software engineering teams to integrate infrastructure seamlessly. Troubleshoot complex technical issues and provide innovative solutions. Drive continuous improvement through regular assessments and tech stack updates. Provide technical leadership in system design, development, and deployment strategies. Act as a technical point of contact for cross-functional teams and stakeholders. Stay updated with emerging cloud technologies, industry trends, and best practices. Provide guidance to client support / IT teams in establishing best practices for supporting RPC Tyche applications and field support queries from those teams. How this opportunity is different The Strategy and Technology Group (STG) is a new initiative within Aon to deliver innovative consulting and technology solutions to its clients. This is a great opportunity to join a growing group and to work with a highly skilled, collaborative team of actuarial and software experts who are using the latest technology to deliver next generation products for insurance markets. Skills and experience that will lead to success 7+ years of expreince in Platform Engineering. Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience). Experience and proven track record of delivering Platform engineering or cloud infrastructure management. Proven leadership experience, managing and mentoring technical teams. Deep understanding of cloud platforms like [AWS/Azure/GCP] and infrastructure as code tools. Extensive knowledge of networking, security, and scalability concepts. Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) and automation tools. Familiarity with containerization and orchestration technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes). Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to lead troubleshooting efforts. Strong communication skills to collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders Relevant certifications like [AWS Certified Solutions Architect/Azure Solutions Architect/Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect] are a plus. The ability to work independently and know when to escalate or engage other teams for further support. Strong written and verbal English communications skills. In addition, the following are highly desirable Experience in building Insurance applications. Working in incubator or start-up How we support our colleagues In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage a diverse workforce. Plus, our agile, inclusive environment allows you to manage your wellbeing and work/life balance, ensuring you can be your best self at Aon. Furthermore, all colleagues enjoy two “Global Wellbeing Days” each year, encouraging you to take time to focus on yourself. We offer a variety of working style solutions, but we also recognise that flexibility goes beyond just the place of work... and we are all for it. We call this Smart Working! Our continuous learning culture inspires and equips you to learn, share and grow, helping you achieve your fullest potential. As a result, at Aon, you are more connected, more relevant, and more valued. We provide individuals with disabilities reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment in accordance with applicable law. Please contact us to request an accommodation on ReasonableAdjustments@Aon.com Aon values an innovative, diverse workplace where all colleagues feel empowered to be their authentic selves. Aon is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. #LINKEDINTAG 2023-69360