Corporate Vice President - Lead Full-Stack AI Engineer

New York Life Insurance Co; United States; Remote; USD 148,000 - 211,000; Full time

Job summary

New York Life Insurance Co. is seeking a Senior Full Stack Engineering Lead to drive end-to-end development of AI-enabled, secure, scalable platforms. Remote work from the United States with collaboration across business and tech teams to deliver high-impact solutions aligned with enterprise standards.

You will mentor engineers, lead pilots of emerging technologies, and balance speed-to-market with long-term sustainability while ensuring compliance and security across initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Systems Analysis, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 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 back-end technologies such as Java, Spring Boot, Node.js, and C#.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Collaborate with data scientists, software engineers, platform engineers, security teams, and business leaders to deliver AI-driven solutions.

Skills

Full stack engineering

Leadership

AI/GenAI strategy

Collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/CE/related field

Tools

Java

Spring Boot

Node.js

C#

TensorFlow

PyTorch

LangChain

Terraform

AWS

Job description

Job Description

Requisition ID

94364

Department

Job Function

Location

Remote,New York,United States

Role Location Designation

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 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

Discretionary bonus eligible:Yes

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.

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.

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..

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.

Take advantage of our tuition reimbursement program to further your education and advance your career with job-related courses and programs.

Our Hybrid work environment provides flexibility and balance, allowing you to find your work life harmony.

Job Requisition ID: 94364

Disclaimer 1 : Eligibility for, and benefits under, the Pension Plan and 401(k) Savings Plan (“Plans”) are determined in accordance with the terms of the applicable plan document. Employees of certain subsidiaries, including but not limited to Group Benefit Solutions, employees of Life Insurance Company of North America and New York Life Group Insurance Company of NY, are not eligible to participate in the Pension Plan. In the event of a conflict between this information and the applicable plan document, the applicable plan document governs. The Company reserves the right to amend or terminate the Plans at any time.