Senior Engineering Manager — Platform Modernization & Growth

Securian; Saint Paul (MN); Hybrid; USD 131,400 - 243,800; Full time

Job summary

Securian Financial is seeking a Senior Engineering Manager who will lead engineering leaders and teams responsible for Individual Life and Annuity platforms. You will translate business priorities into technology outcomes, balancing innovation with reliability and operational health.

You will build an inclusive, high‑performing culture, recruit and coach talent, and partner with stakeholders across Business, Product, Architecture, and Operations to accelerate growth and value delivery.

Qualifications

• Progressive technology leadership with experience in regulated industries.
• Proven ability to translate strategy into measurable tech outcomes.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and executive relationship skills.
• Experience with Agile delivery models, cloud, and modernization.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering leaders and teams for key life/annuity platforms.
• Partner with business, product, and operations to prioritize tech investments.
• Drive modernization, security, resilience, and platform health.
• Build a high‑performing, inclusive engineering culture and hire talent.

Skills

Engineering leadership

Insurance/FS domain

Software architecture

Agile delivery

Cloud technologies

DevOps practices

AI concepts

Strategic thinking

Executive communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Engineering or related field

Job description

Securian Financial is seeking a Senior Engineering Manager who will lead engineering leaders and teams responsible for Individual Life and Annuity platforms. You will translate business priorities into technology outcomes, balancing innovation with reliability and operational health.

You will build an inclusive, high‑performing culture, recruit and coach talent, and partner with stakeholders across Business, Product, Architecture, and Operations to accelerate growth and value delivery.