Introduction
Welcome to Gallagher in India — where expertise, technology, and purpose come together. Since 2006, Gallagher in India has supported global teams by delivering quality, service, and speed through deep expertise, smart technology, and specialized knowledge services. More than just an operations center, it’s a place where careers grow through collaboration, continuous learning, and purposeful work. We drive efficiency, compliance, and innovation so our teams can focus on serving clients. If you enjoy solving problems and working with purpose, Gallagher is the place where you can grow and feel a sense of belonging.
Overview
Lead Application Developer is responsible for the:
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Design, development, implementation, and maintenance of custom applications on the .NET platform
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Lead and mentor a team of software engineers across the full development lifecycle
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Architect and oversee development of enterprise-grade applications using .NET Core, Angular, and Azure services
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Researching emerging technologies, conducting proof-of-concepts, and making recommendations
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Collaborating with team members and project owners to develop the required custom applications.
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The candidate must have a firm understanding of the importance of information security and ensure that Gallagher’s data is protected in accordance with IT Policy and organizational priorities.
How you'll make an impact
Responsibilities:
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Design, develop, and test custom applications on the .NET Core and .NET Framework
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Code and test application integrations.
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Work collaboratively with team members and project owners to execute development plans effectively
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Troubleshoot issues and develop solutions
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Create proper documentation of designs and code
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Comply with AJG IT Policies and Procedures and Professional Standards
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Apply knowledge of best practices, current and emerging development trends and techniques to application development.
About you
Qualifications:
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University Degree and minimum 8-12 years prior relevant experience, or equivalent experience.
Preferred:
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8+ years on the .NET Framework
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8+ years on the .Net Core
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8+ years of C# programming experience
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Strong experience in ASP.NET MVC development
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Strong experience in full stack development (frontend and backend)
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Strong experience in front end frameworks (Angular, ReactJS)
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Strong experiencing JavaScript/Frameworks (jQuery), CSS3/Bootstrap, HTML/HTML5
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Strong experience with SQL Server development (stored procedures, functions, in memory objects, query optimization)
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Experience with WCF, Web API, and Console Apps
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Experience in Azure Cloud Services (Azure SQL, App Services, ADFS, etc.) and cloud-based application development
- Knowledge of application architecture and design patterns
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Experienced in the SDLC (processes and best practices)
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Strong experience with software development principles and best practices (good coding skills)
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Good understanding of the application security (SDL and OWASP security principles)
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Experience with techniques to quickly and effectively troubleshoot and resolve application issues
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Insurance industry experience is a plus
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Full-Stack Development: Extensive experience in both frontend and backend development.
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.NET Development: Over 8 years of experience working with.NET Core, including C# programming expertise.
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Frontend Technologies: Proficient in Angular (priority), ReactJS, JavaScript (including frameworks like jQuery), CSS3/Bootstrap, and HTML/HTML5.
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SQL Server Development: Strong expertise in stored procedures, functions, and query optimization.
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Service Development: Experience with .Net API development.
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Azure Cloud Services: Azure-based application development with hands-on experience with Azure services like App Services, Function App, Logic Apps, Azure SQL, and ADFS.
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Application Architecture: Knowledge of design patterns and application architecture principles.
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Agile Methodologies: Experienced in Agile ceremonies and best practices.
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Coding Standards: Strong adherence to software development principles and best practices, ensuring clean and efficient code.
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Application Security: Good understanding of SDL and OWASP security principles.
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Troubleshooting: Skilled in quickly diagnosing and resolving application issues effectively.
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Domain Knowledge: Experience in the finance/insurance/benefits domains would be a plus.
Additional Information
At Gallagher, we believe supporting our colleagues goes far beyond the role itself. For more information, visit our Benefits page.
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Competitive compensation
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Comprehensive benefits programs designed to support your well-being
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Career development opportunities and ongoing learning
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A collaborative, people-first culture with accessible leadership
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The opportunity to do meaningful work with global reach and local impact
At Gallagher, we are dedicated to building an inclusive and authentic workplace. If your past experience doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to join our Talent Community to stay connected to additional career opportunities. At times, we will consider transferable skills from previous roles.
Gallagher is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer (Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled)
