Senior Director, Data and Actuarial Technology

Genworth; United States; Hybrid; USD 171,000 - 265,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Healthcare coverage

401(k) options

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness support

Mental health resources

Job summary

Genworth is seeking a Senior Director, Data and Actuarial Technology to lead strategy, modernization, and delivery of data platforms, analytics, and actuarial tooling. The role partners with executives to drive cloud adoption, data governance, and scalable architectures across the enterprise.

You will build and lead a high-performing team, manage budgets and vendors, and influence decision-making. Travel ~25% is expected as part of global initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in CS/IS/Engineering or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive technology leadership across enterprise platforms.
• Deep expertise in Databricks, Snowflake, AWS, Azure, data engineering, BI and analytics tools.
• Proven success modernizing mission-critical platforms and leading enterprise-scale data/analytics transformations.
• Experience defining multi-year roadmaps, operating models, and budgets.
• Experience leading actuarial technology capabilities or collaborating with actuarial teams.
• Experience in regulated environments with data governance, audits, and controls.
• Executive-level communication, collaboration, and influence skills.
• Willingness to travel ~25%.

Responsibilities

• Define multi-year Data and Actuarial Tech strategy, roadmap, and investment plan.
• Advance governed data products, lineages, and AI-ready analytics.
• Establish secure, scalable architecture with governance and DR.
• Partner with business leaders to align roadmaps and practices.
• Own portfolio performance, budgets, vendors, and risk management.
• Build a diverse, high-performing organization with talent development.
• Communicate strategy, risks, and business value to executives.
• Champion innovation and modern engineering practices across teams.

Skills

Executive leadership

Strategic planning

Cloud data platforms

Data governance

Stakeholder communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science / related field

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

Databricks

Snowflake

AWS

Azure

PowerBI

Tableau

Job description

About Us

At Genworth and CareScout, we're on a mission to simplify and dignify the aging experience. The truth is, most of us will help a parent, spouse, family member, friend, or neighbor navigate aging and care at some point in our lives. We've been there ourselves. That's why we're building better ways to help people find, fund, and understand aging care all while being supported every step of the way. We're a team of curious problem-solvers, compassionate listeners, and people who care about making a difference. We value diverse perspectives and are committed to fostering an inclusive culture where every team member feels respected, supported, and empowered to bring their authentic self. Our four values guide our strategy, our decisions, and our interactions: Make it human. We care about the people that make up our customers, colleagues, and communities. Make it about others. We do what’s best for our customers and collaborate to drive progress. Make it happen. We work with intention toward a common purpose and forge ways forward together. Make it better. We create fulfilling purpose-driven careers by learning from the world and each other. If you’re looking to build a meaningful career while helping transform the aging experience for millions of families, we’d love to hear from you.

Position Title

Senior Director, Data and Actuarial Technology

Position Location

This position is available to Virginia residents as Richmond, VA hybrid in-office applicants or remote applicants residing in states/locations under Eastern or Central Standard Time: Alabama, Arkansas, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, Washington DC, West Virginia or Wisconsin. * A Hybrid schedule of both Remote and In-Office days would be required if you reside within 50 miles of a Genworth | CareScout office with working hours targeting our core business hours of 9am-5pm EST. For applicants outside of the 50-mile radius there would be an expectation of travel, approximately 25%.

Your Role

As Senior Director, Data and Actuarial Technology, you will lead the strategy, modernization, delivery, and operational performance of technology capabilities supporting actuarial modeling, enterprise data, analytics, and data-driven decision-making. Reporting to the Head of Engineering, Insurance and Business Operations, your portfolio will span data platforms and products, architecture, engineering, integrations, business intelligence, actuarial applications, cloud capabilities, and production support, with accountability for the stability and controls required for critical actuarial and regulatory processes. As the primary technology partner for Actuarial, Data, and Insurance leaders, you will translate business priorities into executable roadmaps and ensure technology investments, platforms, and data assets deliver business value, regulatory compliance, operational efficiency, and long-term scalability. This role combines enterprise strategy with hands‑on delivery, operational accountability, disciplined execution, strong partnership, and talent leadership. You will own portfolio performance, resilience, controls, modernization, financial management, and workforce strategy.

What you will be doing

• Define and execute a multi-year Data and Actuarial Technology strategy, target architecture, roadmap, and investment plan that advances cloud adoption, platform simplification, automation, technical debt reduction, and legacy retirement tied to measurable business outcomes.
• Advance governed data products and platforms that strengthen quality, lineage, ownership, reusable domain assets, certified analytics, self-service capabilities, and AI readiness while reducing fragmented reporting and manual work.
• Establish secure, resilient, scalable, and cost‑effective architecture and operating standards, including strong governance, data quality, controls, compliance, incident management, disaster recovery, and production support.
• Partner with Business Leaders and IT counterparts to align roadmaps, manage dependencies, and reinforce enterprise practices.
• Own portfolio performance, budgets, workforce plans, vendors, contracts, technology risk, service health, demand, delivery, and value realization, using transparent measures to improve speed, quality, reliability, cost efficiency, and adoption.
• Build and lead a diverse, high‑performing organization through strong talent, workforce and succession planning, performance management, operational readiness, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement across employees and strategic partners.
• Communicate strategy, progress, risks, investment needs, operational performance, and measurable business value to executive, technology, and business stakeholders.
• Champion innovation, accountability, continuous learning, and modern engineering, integration, delivery, AI, and automation practices that improve efficiency, stakeholder engagement, and associate experience while reflecting Genworth’s values: Make it human, Make it about others, Make it happen, Make it better.

What you bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Data, Business, or a related field, or equivalent experience; advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive technology leadership experience across complex enterprise platforms, delivery, operations, and modernization.
• Deep expertise in modern cloud data platforms (Databricks, Snowflake), data architecture, cloud platforms (AWS, Azure), data engineering, integration, business intelligence and data visualization platforms (PowerBI, Tableau), analytics enablement, governance, security, resiliency, and operations, including service performance, controls, incident resolution, lifecycle management, and disaster recovery.
• Proven success modernizing complex, mission‑critical platforms and leading enterprise‑scale data, analytics, actuarial, or related technology transformations, including system integrations and legacy modernization, while developing talent and building lasting leadership capability.
• Demonstrated success defining and executing enterprise strategies, multiyear roadmaps, operating models, investment plans, and transformation initiatives while managing large portfolios, budgets, vendors, workforce plans, and cross‑functional programs tied to measurable outcomes.
• Experience leading actuarial technology capabilities or partnering closely with actuarial teams on modeling, valuation, forecasting, assumption management, and related data needs; insurance industry experience strongly preferred.
• Experience in complex, regulated environments, preferably financial services or insurance, with knowledge of regulatory requirements, audits, control frameworks, data governance, and assurance programs.
• Executive‑level communication, collaboration, and influence skills, with the ability to lead through ambiguity, drive accountability across boundaries, and explain complex technology topics in business terms.
• Ability to travel approximately 25%.

Additional

This role is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship.

Compensation

National Range: $171,000-$265,000 High Cost Range: $213,800-$331,000 Disclaimer: This role is aligned to a national market-based pay range. Actual compensation will vary based on geographic location, experience, skills, and other jobrelated factors. In addition to base salary, this role is eligible to participate in a bonus incentive plan. Incentive compensation is based on individual and company performance and is not guaranteed.

Employee Benefits & Well-Being

Genworth|CareScout employees make a difference in people’s lives every day. We’re committed to making a difference in our employees’ lives.

• Competitive Compensation & Total Rewards Incentives
• Comprehensive Healthcare Coverage
• Multiple 401(k) Savings Plan Options
• Auto Enrollment in Employer-Directed Retirement Account Feature (100% employer-funded!)
• Generous Paid Time Off – Including 12 Paid Holidays, Volunteer Time Off and Paid Family Leave
• Disability, Life, and Long Term Care Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement, Student Loan Repayment and Training & Certification Support
• Wellness support including gym membership reimbursement and Employee Assistance Program resources (work/life support, financial & legal management)
• Caregiver and Mental Health Support Services

Genworth Financial, Inc (“Genworth”) (NYSE: GNW) is a Fortune 1000 company focused on empowering families to navigate the aging journey with confidence, now and in the future. Headquartered in Richmond, Virginia, Genworth and its CareScout businesses provide guidance, products, and services that help people understand their caregiving options and fund their long‑term care needs. Genworth is also the parent company and majority‑owner of publicly traded Enact Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: ACT), a leading U.S. mortgage insurance provider. Genworth Mexico Genworth US We know we can’t deliver on our mission unless we deliver for our employees. That’s why we’re committed to creating a work environment that foster inclusion, excellence, improvement and connection. We know each employee contributes in their own unique way and we’re dedicated to supporting every one of them to help them reach their full potential.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and all hiring decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business need. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.