Senior Associate - Full-Stack Developer

New York Life; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 124,000 - 177,000; Full time

Job summary

New York Life is seeking a Senior Full-Stack Developer to help build data-driven analytics apps. You’ll design intuitive UI with React and Streamlit while crafting robust cloud-native backends using Kubernetes, DynamoDB, and Jenkins.

You will collaborate with analytics engineers, data scientists, and business stakeholders to deliver enterprise-grade products powering decisions across sales, marketing, and finance. Hybrid work schedule in NY.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in CS/engineering or equivalent
• 5+ years as a full-stack developer with interactive apps
• Proficient in React.js/JavaScript/TypeScript and web fundamentals
• Proficient in Streamlit or Python-based UI for data viz
• Back-end familiarity: Kubernetes (EKS), DynamoDB, containerization, CI/CD (Jenkins)
• Experience with cloud deployments (AWS) and API design/microservices

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain front-end applications using React and Streamlit to visualize insights
• Develop APIs leveraging FAST API for analytics web apps
• Collaborate with data teams to integrate front-end with cloud backends for scalability and security
• Build and manage APIs, workflows, and services with Kubernetes, DynamoDB, Jenkins
• Define product requirements with cross-functional partners and structure dashboards
• Champion UI/UX best practices for intuitive user experiences
• Lead code reviews and improve software development practices
• Identify opportunities to optimize platforms and propose AI-enabled improvements
• Engage with stakeholders as a technical advisor

Skills

Strong portfolio of interactive apps

Excellent communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

React.js

JavaScript/TypeScript

Streamlit

Kubernetes (EKS)

DynamoDB

Jenkins

CI/CD pipelines

AWS

API design

Microservices

Terraform

Job description

Location Designation: Hybrid - 3 days per week

As part of Technology, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking initiatives that shape New York Life's digital landscape. Leverage cutting-edge technologies like Generative AI to increase productivity, streamline processes, and create seamless experiences for clients, agents, and employees. Your expertise fuels innovation, agility, and growth — driving the company's success.

Are you excited by the idea of building dynamic front-end experiences that bring data-driven insights to life? Do you love solving technical challenges with modern tools and scalable infrastructure? Join the Strategic Analytics team at New York Life as a Senior Full-Stack Developer and help us create powerful, interactive analytics applets that drive strategic business decisions.

In this role, you’ll be responsible for building intuitive, high-impact user interfaces with React and Streamlit, while also architecting robust, cloud-native backends using Kubernetes, DynamoDB, Jenkins, and modern DevOps tools. You’ll collaborate with analytics engineers, business stakeholders, and data scientists to deliver enterprise-grade products that power decisions across sales, marketing, finance, and more.

You’ll be joining a highly collaborative, agile team of technologists and analytics experts with a passion for building the future of data-driven decision-making at New York Life.

What You'll Do:

• Design, build, and maintain front-end applications using React and Streamlit to visualize key insights and analytics
• Develop APIS leveraging FAST API for analytics web applications
• Collaborate with data teams to integrate front-end components with cloud-based backends, ensuring scalability, reliability, and security
• Build and manage APIs, workflows, and services leveraging tools such as Kubernetes, DynamoDB, Jenkins, and containerized environments
• Work with cross-functional partners to define product requirements, structure dashboards, and deliver intuitive, insight-rich applications
• Champion UI/UX best practices, ensuring that end-user experiences are simple, elegant, and highly functional
• Lead code reviews and contribute to the overall improvement of software development practices within the team
• Identify opportunities to optimize existing platforms and recommend innovative solutions to meet emerging business needs
• Act as a thought partner and technical advisor to business and analytics stakeholders

What You’ll Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field (or equivalent practical experience)
• 5+ years of experience as a full-stack developer with a strong portfolio of interactive applications or tools
• Experience in React.js, JavaScript/TypeScript, and web development fundamentals
• Proficient in Streamlit or other Python-based UI frameworks for data visualization
• Solid experience with back-end technologies, including Kubernetes (EKS), DynamoDB, containerization, and CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins)
• Experience building and deploying applications in cloud environments (AWS preferred)
• Familiarity with API design, microservices architecture, and DevOps workflows
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Computer Science or a related field
• Experience integrating with analytics tools or working in data-focused product environments
• Understanding of cloud-native architecture and infrastructure-as-code (e.g., Terraform)
• Exposure to GenAI tools and interest in integrating AI-enhanced workflows into applications
• Passion for data visualization, analytics, and building tools that empower business users

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.

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.

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.