Integration Lead

Sapiens is on the lookout for an Integration Lead to join our integration team in Latvia. If you're a seasoned professional and ready to take your career to new heights with an established, globally successful company, this role could be the perfect fit.
Working Model: Our flexible work arrangement combines both remote and in-office work, optimizing flexibility and productivity. This position will be part of Sapiens’ L&P division. For more information about it: Click here.

About the Job:

The Integration Lead is responsible for managing system and process integration to ensure smooth operations and alignment with customer objectives. In this role, you'll oversee integration projects, ensuring they are executed efficiently and meet business goals. Day-to-day tasks include leading a technical scrum team, coordinating with stakeholders, and ensuring projects are completed on time, within scope, and to high standards. You'll focus on both technical and operational aspects, working closely with customers to gather requirements and manage the integration backlog, while collaborating with senior management to optimize delivery and ensure timely completion.

Tasks include: 

Team /Resource Management

• • Allocate and manage resources effectively, including team members, budget, and tools.
  • Ensure that the team has the necessary skills and knowledge to execute the integration.
  • Lead mentor and support a technical integration scrum team.
  • Assist in training and mentoring the team members
  • Administrate the project integration program, and build a working plan by the team capacity.

Project Planning and Strategy

• • Develop a detailed project plan that outlines the scope, goals, timeline, resources, and budget for the integration.
  • Lead the A&D phase to collect the customers' requirements.
  • Define integration objectives and success criteria in collaboration with stakeholders
  • Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies.
  • Monitor integration processes to proactively address issues and minimize disruptions.
  • Work closely with technical teams to understand system requirements, data flow, and integration points.
  • Ensure that technical aspects of the integration are executed according to best practices and standards.

Delivery

• • Maintain comprehensive documentation of integration plans, processes, release notes, and outcomes.
  • Ensure that the integration meets quality standards and performs as expected.
  • Conduct testing and validation to verify that integrated systems and processes function correctly.

Stakeholder Management

• • Identify and engage with internal and external key stakeholders
  • Communicate regularly with stakeholders to provide updates, gather feedback, and address concerns.

Customer relationship

• • Be in direct contact with the customer stakeholders and maintain a professional Customer relationship
  • Be supportive and maintain the integration customers' success.

What to Have for this position:

Technical background

• At least 5 years of experience in project management, with a focus on the integration of technical projects or related fields 
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, or Engineering   
• Ability to identify and resolve complex issues that may arise during the integration process
• Technical tools and Background
  • Background in Software Development (Java) and Data Engineering
  • Strong SQL skills and experience
  • Experience working with web services architecture (API)
  • Experience working with ETL interfaces (preferred Talend)
  • Proven experience in cloud environment and integration security

Soft skills

• At least 5 years of experience as an agile project manager
• Team-orientated personality with proven experience in leading a full scrum team
• Self-sufficient with strong ability to plan, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively 
• Excellent customer-facing/relations skills including presentation skills
•  Excellent verbal and written (English) communication skills across technical and non-technical stakeholders

Good-to-Have Skills:

• Experience in the specific integration of the InsureTech industry
• Experience as a Team lead

We value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package to ensure a rewarding and enjoyable work experience:

• Annual Bonus: Receive a 13th salary bonus, proportional to the months worked, as a token of appreciation for your dedication.
• Complimentary Meals and Snacks: Enjoy paid lunches at our on-site restaurant, along with 24/7 access to healthy snacks and beverages to keep you energized throughout the day.
• Health Insurance: Benefit from health insurance coverage after your trial period, ensuring you are well taken care of.
• Engagement Events: Participate in exciting global and local employee engagement events, fostering a sense of community and teamwork.
• Training and Development: Training and Development: Take advantage of our training platform Sapiens University dedicated to enhancing your skills and expertise, supporting your professional growth.
• Inclusive Work Environment: Work in an inclusive environment with accessible facilities, where everyone is valued and respected.

About Sapiens:
Sapiens International Corporation (NASDAQ and TASE: SPNS) is a global leader in intelligent insurance software solutions. With Sapiens’ robust platform, customer-driven partnerships, and rich ecosystem, insurers are empowered to future-proof their organizations with operational excellence in a rapidly changing marketplace. We help insurers harness the power of AI and advanced automation to support core solutions for property and casualty, workers’ compensation, and life insurance, including reinsurance, financial & compliance, data & analytics, digital, and decision management. Sapiens boasts a longtime global presence, serving over 600 customers in more than 30 countries with its innovative SaaS offerings. Recognized by industry experts and selected for the Microsoft Top 100 Partner program, Sapiens is committed to partnering with our customers for their entire transformation journey and is continuously innovating to ensure their success. For more information visit us at www.sapiens.com.
Sapiens is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and strive to create an inclusive work environment that embraces individuals from diverse backgrounds. 

Sapiens is an E-Verified & Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, M/F/D/V.