Northwestern Mutual

Sr. Director Engineering

Northwestern Mutual$196K — $338K *
Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience
  • 9-14 years professional experience
  • 3-7+ years leading engineering teams
  • Expertise in adopting AI within engineering contexts
  • Proven ability in developing future engineering leaders

Responsibilities

  • Demonstrate technical expertise and leadership
  • Lead strategy and development of high impact solutions
  • Organize talent strategy and manage budgets
  • Establish and meet business-aligned goals
  • Deliver operational excellence through strategic and process developments
  • Collaborate with the business to meet market needs
  • Act as a representative for technology in community events

Benefits

  • Opportunity to influence company technology strategy
  • Focus on upskilling and talent development
  • Involvement in community and technology events
  • Access to emerging technologies and AI integration
  • Role in shaping financial planning solutions
Full Job Description
About The Job

This Senior Director of Engineering role will lead our Illustrations and Digital Application teams-critical components of the risk purchase journey. The Illustrations team is focused on delivering an exceptional experience that clearly demonstrates the value and flexibility of Northwestern Mutual products, strengthens the trusted advisor-client relationship, and supports effective financial planning.

The Digital Application team is responsible for modernizing and sustaining our digital application platforms across Life, Disability Income, Annuities, and Long-Term Care-enabling efficient, scalable, and intuitive workflows for the field.

What You'll Do
  • Demonstrates technical expertise and leadership.
  • Leads the strategy and development of high impact solutions in the enterprise.
  • Leads talent strategy and development for division, including building AI fluency and upskilling teams to effectively leverage emerging technologies.
  • Organizes talent and manage budgets for optimal results.
  • Establishes business aligned goals and lead the division to meet goals.
  • Delivers operational excellence through the development of organizational strategies, engineering processes, and product quality standards.
  • Collaborates with the business to understand business needs, strategy, customer needs and market trends.
  • Acts as ambassador and representative for Northwestern Mutual's technology organization in community and technology events.


What You'll Bring To The Role
  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience.
  • 9-14 years professional experience required.
  • 3-7+ years of experience leading engineering teams including:
  • Leading through multiple engineering teams and their respective leads.
  • Growing engineering skill sets in others.
  • Demonstrated ability to thoughtfully drive the adoption of AI within engineering teams, identifying high-value use cases, enabling team capability, and ensuring responsible, scalable implementation aligned to business outcomes.
  • Developing future engineering leaders.
  • Providing direct feedback and performance reviews.
  • Creating tech strategy and growing business relationships.
  • Deep technical knowledge and broad understanding of the business.
  • Ability to successfully communicate to both technical and non-technical audiences in varying forms and all levels of detail.
  • Solid understanding of design patterns and architecture.
  • Ability to influence teams, technology or business leaders on impactful issues and decisions.


Skills You'll Have

Talent Development

Coaching & Mentoring

Adaptive Communication

Cross Functional Partnering

Change Management

Compensation Range:

Pay Range - Start:
$196,000.00

Pay Range - End:
$294,000.00

Geographic Specific Pay Structure:

Structure 110:
$215,600.00 USD - $323,400.00 USD

Structure 115:

$225,440.00 USD - $338,160.00 USD

We believe in fairness and transparency. It's why we share the salary range for most of our roles. However, final salaries are based on a number of factors, including the skills and experience of the candidate; the current market; location of the candidate; and other factors uncovered in the hiring process. The standard pay structure is listed but if you're living in California, New York City or other eligible location, geographic specific pay structures, compensation and benefits could be applicable, click here to learn more.

About Northwestern Mutual

Northwestern Mutual has been helping people and businesses achieve financial security for more than 160 years. Through a holistic planning approach, Northwestern Mutual combines the expertise of its financial professionals with a personalized digital experience and industry-leading products to help its clients plan for what's most important. Northwestern Mutual delivers financial security to millions with life, disability income and long-term care insurance, annuities, and brokerage and advisory services. The company manages billion of dollars of investments owned by its clients and held or managed through its wealth management and investment services businesses. Northwestern Mutual is the marketing name for The Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company (NM), Milwaukee, WI (life and disability insurance, annuities, and life insurance with long-term care benefits) and its subsidiaries. Subsidiaries include Northwestern Mutual Investment Services, LLC (NMIS) (securities), broker-dealer, registered investment adviser, member FINRA and SIPC; the Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company® (NMWMC) (fiduciary and fee-based financial planning services), federal savings bank; and Northwestern Long Term Care Insurance Company (NLTC) (long-term care insurance).

Northwestern Mutual Careers

Joining Northwestern Mutual presents a unique opportunity to be part of a team that is dedicated to empowering personal and professional growth, innovation, and leadership in the financial services industry. As a company renowned for its commitment to excellence and a culture that values diversity and inclusion, Northwestern Mutual offers unparalleled job opportunities for both seasoned professionals and those at the start of their careers.

Work You’ll Do

At Northwestern Mutual, we believe in building strong relationships not only with our clients but also among our team members. By joining our team, you will collaborate with some of the most talented professionals in the industry, all united in their commitment to leadership and innovation. Our employees are equipped with top-tier benefits and diversity training that ensure their career journey is both rewarding and inclusive.

Explore Professional Growth and Development

Northwestern Mutual is committed to fostering an environment where career growth is not just a possibility but a priority. With a variety of positions available, from financial representatives to internships for budding professionals, our company is a place where your skills and passion can thrive. We provide extensive training programs and leadership development opportunities that prepare you for success in your current role and beyond.

Innovative Work Environment

Our team at Northwestern Mutual is at the forefront of integrating cutting-edge technology and innovative financial strategies to provide exceptional service to our clients. This focus on innovation is not just about staying current; it's about leading the way in the financial sector. Employees at all levels are encouraged to contribute ideas and take initiative, driving the company forward as a leader in the financial industry.

Be Part of Our Diverse and Inclusive Team

Diversity and inclusion are more than just buzzwords at Northwestern Mutual; they are integral to our company culture and business strategy. We are committed to creating a workplace where all employees can flourish. Our diversity training programs are designed to enhance understanding and foster an inclusive environment for all team members.

Networking and Career Advancement

Networking within Northwestern Mutual opens doors to expansive career advancement opportunities. We encourage our employees to engage in internal networking events, which often lead to mentorship and further career development. Whether you are looking to enhance your resume, prepare for an interview, or step into a leadership role, Northwestern Mutual provides the resources and support to help you achieve your professional goals.

Join Our Team

Search open positions that match your skills and interests. We are looking for passionate, curious, and solution-driven team players who are ready to take their career to the next level. Explore the job opportunities and internships available at Northwestern Mutual and find out how you can contribute to our legacy of innovation and leadership.

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