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WHO WE ARE:
We are asset managers with an insurance twist - we manage $8 billion of catastrophe and climate related insurance-linked securities (ILS). At Nephila, we like to shake up the status quo. We were pioneers in offering alternative funding to the reinsurance industry and were also the first to introduce a strategy specifically for managing climate-related risks. We have offices in Bermuda, London and Nashville.
WHAT WE VALUE:
Entrepreneurial spirit
Thinking outside the box
Collaboration, curiosity and authenticity
Interesting and innovative work
Autonomy and ownership
ABOUT THE TEAM:
Nephila s technology team is dedicated to approaching strategic technical priorities in innovative ways. We blend of nimbleness, creativity, and technical skills to collaborate closely with our business units, explore diverse solution options, and deliver substantial value to our organization.
ABOUT THE ROLE:
We are seeking a Platform Engineer to join our Technology team. In this role, you will ensure the stability, scalability, and security of the firm s cloud-based infrastructure. You ll lead efforts across cloud architecture, networking, disaster recovery, and secure deployment pipelines in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment. Working cross-functionally with both business and technical teams, you'll play a critical role in maintaining smooth operational continuity, implementing industry best practices, and driving infrastructure innovation.
In this role, you will:
Design, build, and manage secure and scalable cloud infrastructure across multiple environments
Maintain and optimize virtual machines, networking configurations, and system performance
Develop and execute disaster recovery strategies and business continuity plans
Implement and uphold rigorous access controls, firewalls, and network security protocols
Monitor system reliability and proactively address issues before they impact operations
Document infrastructure decisions and procedures for internal audit and compliance purposes
Evaluate new technologies to enhance operational effectiveness and security posture
ABOUT YOU:
You are:
Calm under pressure
Equal parts detail-oriented and a big picture thinker
Security-focused with a strong sense of accountability
A proactive problem solver and self-starter who can think critically and pivot when needed
Someone who thrives in ambiguity and adapts quickly to changing priorities
Comfortable collaborating across teams and clearly communicating technical topics
WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TEAM (QUALIFICATIONS):
5+ years of experience managing cloud infrastructure in a production environment
Experience supporting financial institutions, hedge funds, or other high-security environments preferred
Deep expertise in cloud services (preferably Azure), including VM management, networking, and access controls
Proven ability to build secure, compliant, and resilient systems and business continuity strategies
Familiarity with software deployment pipelines and integration into cloud environments
WHAT WE OFFER:
Total Compensation between 140,000-170,000 USD
Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision coverage with premiums fully funded by the company
Paid time off of 20 days per year, increasing with tenure, plus 5 sick days, and paid holidays
401K Match up to 4%
Annual wellness benefit up to $600
Variety of paid leave policies
Daily lunch when working from a Nephila office
Nephila Advisors is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, familial status and other legally protected characteristics.