New York Life Insurance Co

Senior Associate - Dev Lead Full-Stack Cloud Engineering

New York Life Insurance Co • $124K — $177K *
Lebanon, NJ 08833In-Person
Enterprise Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field.
  • 10+ years of experience in software engineering with 5+ years in cloud-native development.
  • Strong expertise in AWS services such as Lambda, DynamoDB, API Gateway, and others.
  • Hands-on experience with React, TypeScript, Vite, Docker, and CI/CD.
  • Experience designing scalable distributed systems and implementing DevOps best practices.
  • Strong leadership, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

  • Lead architecture and design for AWS-based distributed systems.
  • Guide implementation of backend services and frontend applications.
  • Drive engineering best practices through code reviews and CI/CD.
  • Collaborate closely with developers, QA engineers, and stakeholders to deliver solutions.
  • Establish and optimize GitHub-based workflows and cloud operational practices.
  • Mentor development teams while fostering a culture of innovation.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package with unique offerings for modern workforce.
  • Leave programs, adoption assistance, and student loan repayment options.
  • Continuous refinement of benefits based on employee feedback.
Full Job Description
Location Designation: Hybrid - 3 days per week

Role Overview:

We are seeking a hands on Dev Lead Full-Stack Cloud Engineering to lead the design, development, and delivery of New York Life's cloud-native technology modernization initiatives. This role is both highly technical and leadership focused, you will guide engineering teams in building scalable, secure, and high-performing web applications using modern AWS cloud services and frontend technologies. As part of Technology, you'll contribute to New York Life's ongoing digital transformation by partnering closely with architects, developers, QA engineers, product owners, and business stakeholders to deliver enterprise-grade solutions. You will foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, engineering excellence, and continuous improvement while driving modern development practices, cloud adoption, DevOps maturity, and operational stability.

What You'll Do:
• Lead architecture and design for AWS-based distributed systems supporting New York Life's technology modernization initiatives.
• Guide implementation across backend services (AWS Lambda, DynamoDB, API Gateway, S3, Route53, EC2, ECR) and frontend applications (React, TypeScript, Vite).
• Drive engineering best practices including code reviews, coding standards, CI/CD implementation, and DevOps maturity.
• Collaborate closely with developers, QA engineers, architects, infrastructure teams, and business stakeholders to deliver scalable and reliable solutions.
• Establish and optimize GitHub-based development workflows, Docker containerization, deployment pipelines, and cloud-native operational practices.
• Mentor and lead development teams while fostering a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.

What You'll Bring:

You will bring strong technical leadership, problem-solving, and collaboration skills, along with deep expertise in cloud-native application development and modern engineering practices. You are comfortable guiding engineering teams through complex technical challenges while driving scalable and secure solution delivery. You communicate effectively with both technology and business stakeholders, ensuring alignment across architecture, development, quality engineering, and operational support teams. You stay adaptable and continuously explore emerging technologies, modern cloud services, and engineering best practices to strengthen delivery capabilities and improve application performance, reliability, and developer productivity.

Required Skills:
• Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in software engineering with at least 5+ years leading cloud-native application development initiatives.
• Strong expertise in AWS services including Lambda, DynamoDB, API Gateway, S3, Route53, EC2, ECR, and IAM.
• Hands-on experience with React, TypeScript, Vite, Docker, GitHub Actions, and CI/CD implementation.
• Experience designing scalable distributed systems and implementing modern DevOps and engineering best practices.
• Strong leadership, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Skills:
• Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform.
• Experience working within enterprise cloud transformation or modernization programs.
• Exposure to observability, monitoring, and operational excellence practices.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality solutions within tight tim

Pay Transparency

Salary Range: $124,000-$177,000

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.

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 hereto discover more about our comprehensive benefit options or visit our NYL Benefits Site.

Job Requisition ID: 94137

About New York Life Insurance Co

New York Life Insurance Company is a mutual life insurance company in the United States and one of the life insurers in the world, ranking #88 on the 2014 Fortune 500 list with over $540 billion in total assets under management, and more than $19 billion in surplus and AVR. New York Life and its subsidiaries provide insurance, investment, and retirement solutions. For 175 years, the company has been helping people put their love into action. It was founded in 1845 and is headquartered in New York.

New York Life Insurance Co Careers

Join the esteemed team at New York Life Insurance Co, a leader in the insurance industry, and propel your career to new heights with unparalleled job opportunities. As one of the most respected names in life insurance, we offer a platform where professionalism meets innovation, creating an environment ripe for personal and professional growth.

Work You’ll Do

At New York Life Insurance Co, you will be part of a culture that cherishes diversity and fosters leadership. Our team is composed of skilled professionals dedicated to providing financial security and peace of mind to our clients. By joining us, you will collaborate with top-tier experts in finance and insurance, leveraging your skills to make a meaningful impact.

Explore Career Paths

Whether you are seeking an internship, a full-time position, or a leadership role, New York Life Insurance Co provides a variety of career paths to help you achieve your professional goals. Our commitment to career development is evident through extensive training programs and continuous learning opportunities that ensure our team remains at the forefront of the industry.

Innovate and Lead

Embrace the opportunity to lead projects that drive innovation within the company and the insurance industry. New York Life Insurance Co is at the intersection of tradition and innovation, where we constantly strive to develop solutions that anticipate the needs of our clients.

Be Part of a Great Team

Our team at New York Life Insurance Co is our greatest asset. We thrive on collaboration and respect each other’s contributions, creating a supportive and inclusive workplace. Here, networking and mentorship go hand in hand with day-to-day operations, providing a robust support system for career advancement.

Future-Proof Your Career

With New York Life Insurance Co, your career is future-proofed with endless opportunities for advancement. Our comprehensive benefits package supports your life both inside and outside of work, while our leadership and diversity training prepare you to take on new challenges.

Join Our Team

Search for open positions that match your skills and interests. We are hiring creative, curious, and motivated individuals who are ready to drive their careers forward. Explore our job opportunities and find out how your talents can make a difference at New York Life Insurance Co.

Stay Connected

Keep up to date with the latest industry trends, career tips, and company news through our Careers Blog. Personalize your experience by subscribing to job alert emails, tailored to your preferences, and discover the exciting and rewarding opportunities that await at New York Life Insurance Co.

Prepare for Your Interview

Ready to join us? Prepare your resume and sharpen your interview skills to become part of a company that values vision, leadership, and a commitment to excellence. At New York Life Insurance Co, we are not just offering a job; we are offering a pathway to success.

New York Life Insurance Co – A Place Where Careers Are Made

From fostering innovation to encouraging diversity, New York Life Insurance Co is where you can pursue your passions and grow your career. Join us and make a difference in the lives of our clients and communities every day.
Learn more about New York Life Insurance Co
Size
11,960 employees
Industry
Finance & Insurance
Founded
1845
* Ladders Estimates

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