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Buffalo, New York, United States
Onsite
*At Securian Financial the internal position title is Engineering Mgr.*
Position Overview
Securian Financial is looking for an Engineering Manager passionate about technology solutions and developing associates to deliver outcomes as part of our Employee Benefits Solutions Technology (EBST) team. This leader will focus on the people, process and technology being delivered by our product agile teams, specifically leading our Atlas team that is developing a new Claims solution for Voluntary Benefits and is aligned to enabling the EBS Bold Stroke.
Responsibilities include, but not limited to:
Lead, recruit, motivate, champion, and develop engineering associates, maximizing their individual contributions, professional growth, and ability to build/sustain a team culture of efficiency and quality across an agile software development team
Partner with a matrixed leadership team (including Product Owners and fellow Leaders of People) in an agile development environment to promote engineering best practices ensuring our solutions are designed & engineered to operate safely, securely, and effectively in the delivery of business outcomes
Build and leverage relationships with internal partners and stakeholders across ET, EBST, EBS, and Operations teams
Evaluate technology options and promote solutions that align with operating principles
Awareness of current industry trends and new technologies; desire and willingness to continuously improve skills and knowledge through internal and external continuous learning
Qualifications:
Experience in coaching, mentoring, leading and/or work directing others, while supporting engineering skill development and continuous improvement aligned with the software development life cycle and agile delivery model
Familiarity with Engineering best practices, including DevOps and Cloud best practices.
Strong communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills to connect and engage delivery teams as well as negotiate with business and technology leaders.
Strong relationship management skills, including coaching, mentoring, and leading others through change.
Agile delivery experience.
Creative problem solving.
Results oriented mindset.
Technical aptitude to understand and help determine technical solutions and integrations.
Demonstrate a solution-oriented approach and willingness to resolve or elevate issues quickly
Preferred qualifications
1+ years’ experience as a leader of people, or indirect people leadership equivalent
Experience with insurance products or employee benefits programs a plus.
#LI-hybrid **This position will be in a hybrid working arrangement.**
Securian Financial believes in hybrid work as an integral part of our culture. Associates get the benefit of working both virtually and in our offices. If you’re in a commutable distance (90 minutes), you’ll join us 3 days each week in our offices to collaborate and build relationships. Our policy allows flexibility for the reality of business and personal schedules.
Preferred Skills:
The estimated base pay range for this job is:
Pay may vary depending on job-related factors and individual experience, skills, knowledge, etc. More information on base pay and incentive pay (if applicable) can be discussed with a member of the Securian Financial Talent Acquisition team.
Be you. With us. At Securian Financial, we understand that attracting top talent means offering more than just a job – it means providing a rewarding and fulfilling career. As a valued member of our high-performing team, we want you to connect with your work, your relationships and your community. Enjoy our comprehensive range of benefits designed to enhance your professional growth, well-being and work-life balance, including the advantages listed here:
Paid time off:
We want you to take time off for what matters most to you. Our PTO program provides flexibility for associates to take meaningful time away from work to relax, recharge and spend time doing what’s important to them. And Securian Financial rewards associates for their service by providing additional PTO the longer you stay at Securian.
Leave programs: Securian’s flexible leave programs allow time off from work for parental leave, caregiver leave for family members, bereavement and military leave.
Holidays: Securian provides nine company paid holidays.
Company-funded pension plan and a 401(k) retirement plan: Share in the success of our company. Securian’s 401(k) company contribution is tied to our performance up to 10 percent of eligible earnings, with a target of 5 percent. The amount is based on company results compared to goals related to earnings, sales and service.
Health insurance: From the first day of employment, associates and their eligible family members – including spouses, domestic partners and children – are eligible for medical, dental and vision coverage.
Volunteer time: We know the importance of community. Through company-sponsored events, volunteer paid time off, a dollar-for-dollar matching gift program and more, we encourage you to support organizations important to you.
Associate Resource Groups: Build connections, be yourself and develop meaningful relationships at work through associate-led ARGs. Dedicated groups focus on a variety of interests and affinities, including:
Mental Wellness and Disability
Pride at Securian Financial
Securian Young Professionals Network
Securian Multicultural Network
Securian Women and Allies Network
Servicemember Associate Resource Group
For more information regarding Securian’s benefits, please review our Benefits page.
This information is not intended to explain all the provisions of coverage available under these plans. In all cases, the plan document dictates coverage and provisions.
Securian Financial Group, Inc. does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital or familial status, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, political affiliation, veteran status, status in regard to public assistance or any other protected status. If you are a job seeker with a disability and require an accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, please contact us by email at Employment@Securian.com, by telephone 651-655-5522 (voice), or 711 (Relay/TTY).
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