This is an exciting opportunity to lead the technology department for the Annuities space in the Retirement & Income Solutions division. This position willpartner with Annuities business leaders, andwith leadersfromthe Pension Solutions and Platformengineeringteams,to delivera transformation of business operations and customer outcomes.This is a multi-year transformation from Java and mainframe technologies tocloud-native technologiesandcritical third-partyplatforms.

We are looking foran experienced engineering leaderto continue to drive ourproductapproach,while also leading

ourtechnologymodernizationandsuccessfullytransformingourorganizations. Thisperson will haveresponsibility for resourcing decisions, budgetary management, partnership with global partners, andact asthe primary technology representative for Principals Annuities business.

• Capable ofidentifying business growth opportunities enabled by technology and executing them against those opportunities. Assertiveness to drive outcomes and the ability to influence stakeholders to achieve the best outcome for our customers and business.
• Communicate technical concepts to business stakeholders as well as business objectives to the technical team. Use strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with all stakeholders including customers, senior management and other business leaders.
• Drive a culture of high quality by setting clear expectations and ensuring teams consistently deliver reliable, secure, and maintainable solutions. Partner closely with product and delivery leaders to build quality into the way work is planned and executed, not inspected at the end. Use data toidentifygaps and guide improvement, while coaching engineers to take ownershipdesign and delivery. Raise the bar over time by challenging teams to simplify work, reduce rework, and build pride and accountability in the quality of what they deliver.
• Create a culture of transparency and clear accountability. Set clear expectations for team members; solicit, synthesize and deliver feedback. Motivate team members to act and engage employees with a compelling mission and vision. Act on performance concerns, coaching up or out.
• Create andcommunicatea bold direction that inspires results. Create strategy and paint the picture for others surroundingappropriate principlesand practices that result in a stable, valuable delivery system.Understand overall business and technologyarchitecture. Quickly break down complex problems into potential solutionsThinkglobally (across teams, across programs, across businessunits). Work to create resiliency in both systemsand inprocesses.
• Evaluatenew technologydevelopments. Consult and communicate with business partners to understand business strategy and make recommendations on future technical trends/directions that encompass multiple systems and teams to meet business strategic initiatives. Facilitate strategic discussions and execute tactical plans. Setstrategic direction at theportfoliolevel; able to look ahead12-24months.Identifyareas of greatest need and create plans to improve them. Consistently influence decision-making at the business level.
• Model a growth mindset and mentor and coach others. Manage and develop staff in an effective manner to promote individual development, improve retention, and ensure success in a team environment. Raise the performance bar. Recognize people with exceptional talent and willingly move them throughout the organization. Develop the team and leaders and be serious about their role in coaching others. Listen attentively, speakcandidlyand treat others respectfully. Stay connected to the details, auditfrequentlyand be skeptical when metrics and anecdotes differ. Respectfully differentiate empowerment and challenging decisions.
• Thinklong term anddontsacrifice long-term value for short-term results. Act on behalf of the entire company, beyond just team/division. Develop and manage departmental budget,objectives, policies, and procedures.

• Bachelors degree (preference in a computer science, technology,engineeringor math-related field) or equivalent experience.
• 8+ years of relevant experience.
• 4+ years of technology leadership experience managing and mentoring direct reports preferred.
• Excellent leadership, problem solving, analytical, and decision-makingskills arerequired.
• Strong oral and written communication skills are necessary.
• Must have an overall knowledge of the organization, as well as broad knowledge of the technology functions of the company.
• Overnight travel may be required.

Work Environment

This role offers in-office and hybrid (blending at least three office days in a typical workweek), in Des Moines, IA. Youll work with your leader to figure out which option may align best based on several factors.

Hours

This role will partner with our global teams and has an expectation for flexibility in your work schedule to have a regular start time around 7:30-8:00 am CST a few days a week.

Work Authorization/Sponsorship

At this time, were not considering candidates that need any type of immigration sponsorship now or in the future or those needing work authorization for this role. (This includes, but is not limited to students on F1-OPT, F1-CPT, J-1, etc.)

Nonimmigrant WorkersandGreen Card for Employment-Based Immigrants

Investment Code of Ethics

For Principal Global Investors positions, youll need to follow an Investment Code of Ethics related to personal and business conduct as well as personal trading activities for you and members of your household. These same requirements may also apply to other positions across the organization.

Experience Principal

At Principal, we value connecting on both a personal and professional level. Together, were imagining a more purpose-led future for financial services nd that starts with you. Our success depends on the unique experiences, backgrounds, and talents of our employees. And we support our employees the same way we support our customers: with comprehensive, competitive benefit offerings crafted to protect their physical, financial, and social well-being. Check out ourcareers siteto learn more about our purpose, values and benefits.

Principal is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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