Corporate Vice President - Lead Full-Stack AI Engineer

Location Designation: Hybrid - 3 days per quarter

The Full Stack Engineering Lead will report to the DevSecOps Center for Enablement (C4E) and lead the design and delivery of high-impact solutions using emerging technologies such as AI, advanced automation, and modern data platforms. This role partners closely with business and technology teams to understand domain-specific challenges and opportunities, translating them into innovative, secure, and scalable solutions aligned with enterprise standards, architectural patterns, and best practices. The role also plays a key part in redefining engineering boundaries to advance New York Life’s technology leadership.

What You'll Bring:

• Architect, design, and implement end-to-end full stack solutions using modern frameworks and cloud-native technologies
• Lead the end-to-end design and development of platforms that enhance the developer experience
• Define and execute strategies for AI and GenAI solutions, including Agentic AI use cases
• Implement innovative approaches to reduce developer onboarding friction and improve productivity
• Collaborate with data scientists, software engineers, platform engineers, security teams, and business leaders to deliver AI-driven solutions
• Identify, assess, and mitigate ethical, legal, and security risks associated with AI systems
• Stay current with emerging technologies, GenAI models, Model Context Protocols, and Agentic AI, incorporating forward-looking capabilities into solution designs
• Lead, mentor, and guide engineering teams to deliver robust, scalable, and secure solutions
• Balance speed-to-market with technical quality and long-term sustainability
• Run pilots with emerging and proven technologies, creating reusable assets and integrating successful solutions into enterprise operations
• Ensure solutions align with enterprise architecture standards and leverage shared platforms, tools, and processes
• Build strong partnerships across Technology Enablement teams (cloud, security, data) and business stakeholders
• Communicate effectively across technical and non-technical audiences to ensure alignment and drive informed decision-making

What You'll Bring:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Systems Analysis, or a related field (or equivalent experience and certifications)
• 8+ years of experience in full stack engineering and architecture, including AI and GenAI solutions
• Strong experience in software architecture, engineering best practices, and technology governance
• Hands-on experience with front-end technologies such as React, Angular, and JavaScript
• Hands-on experience with back-end technologies such as Java, Spring Boot, Node.js, and C#
• Experience with AI frameworks such as TensorFlow and PyTorch
• Proficiency in Python and experience with AI orchestration frameworks such as LangChain
• Experience with vector databases, knowledge graphs, and modern data processing techniques
• Strong understanding of Agile development methodologies, DevSecOps practices, and CI/CD pipelines
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (e.g., Terraform)
• Cloud platform experience, preferably AWS
• Deep understanding of architectural patterns, principles, and frameworks
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to connect technical solutions to business outcomes

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience delivering end-to-end AI solutions, including data ingestion, vectorization, model integration, and deployment platforms
• Experience implementing enterprise platforms such as content management systems, low-code platforms, or application builders
• Knowledge of security protocols and secure system design
• Financial services industry experience

Pay Transparency

Salary Range: $147,500-$211,000

Overtime eligible: Exempt

Discretionary bonus eligible: Yes

Sales bonus eligible: No

Actual base salary will be determined based on several factors but not limited to individual’s experience, skills, qualifications, and job location. Additionally, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. In addition to base salary, employees may also be eligible to participate in an incentive program.

Company Overview

At New York Life, our 180-year legacy of purpose and integrity fuels our future. As we evolve into a more technology-, data-, and AI-enabled organization, we remain grounded in the values that drive lasting impact.

Our diverse business portfolio creates opportunities to make a difference across industries and communities—inviting bold thinking, collaborative problem-solving, and purpose-driven innovation. Here, you’ll find the rare balance of long-standing stability and forward momentum, supported by an inclusive team that honors tradition while embracing progress.

As a Fortune 100 mutual company, we offer a place to grow your skills, contribute to meaningful work, and deliver solutions that matter. Your ideas drive what’s next, and your growth powers it.

Our Benefits

We provide a full package of benefits for employees – and have unique offerings for a modern workforce, including leave programs, adoption assistance, and student loan repayment programs. Based on feedback from our employees, we continue to refine and add benefits to our offering, so that you can flourish both inside and outside of work. Click here to discover more about our comprehensive benefit options or visit our NYL Benefits Site.

Our Commitment to Inclusion
At New York Life, fostering an inclusive workplace is fundamental to who we are and how we serve our communities. We have a longstanding commitment to creating an environment where individuals can contribute their best and succeed together. This foundation is rooted in our core values of humanity and integrity, ensuring that every employee feels valued and supported. By embracing a broad range of perspectives and experiences, we achieve greater success and fulfill our promise of providing financial security and peace of mind to families across all communities. Click here to learn more about New York Life’s leadership in this space.​

Recognized as one of Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies, New York Life is committed to improving local communities through a culture of employee giving and volunteerism, supported by the Foundation. We're proud that due to our mutuality, we operate in the best interests of our policy owners. To learn more about career opportunities at New York Life, please visit the Careers page of www.NewYorkLife.com.

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Job Requisition ID: 94364