At Globe Life, we are committed to empowering our employees with the support and opportunities they need to succeed at every stage of their career. We take pride in fostering a caring and innovative culture that enables us to collectively grow and overcome challenges in a connected, collaborative, and mutually respectful environment that calls us to help Make Tomorrow Better.
Role Overview:
Could you be our next Data & AI Engineer III? Globe Life is looking for a Data & AI Engineer III to join the team!
This role is responsible for leading the design, development, and implementation of enterprise-scale cloud data engineering solutions, including Data Lake and Data Warehouse architectures on AWS. This person will establish scalable, secure data infrastructure and deliver complex data pipelines and integration solutions that support analytics and business intelligence initiatives. Leveraging expertise in AWS services, advanced SQL, Python, Informatica, and Big Data technologies such as Hadoop and Spark, this role also serves as a technical mentor, providing expert guidance on data engineering best practices, SDLC methodologies, CloudFormation deployment, and AWS AI offerings to advance the organization's evolving data and analytics strategy.
This is a hybrid position located in McKinney, TX (WFH Monday & Friday, In-Office Tuesday-Thursday).
What You Will Do:
- Lead and develop robust data engineering solutions to meet the needs of our organization and business customers.
- Be responsible for establishing appropriate architecture to support current and future business requirements.
- Mentor team members and provide technical guidance on Cloud Data Lake and Data Warehouse design, development, implementation and monitoring.
- Understand, design and implement Data Security around cloud data infrastructures.
- Provide support and guidance to Data Services and other application development teams on various Data Engineering and Analytics products.
What You Can Bring:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Engineering, Information Systems, or equivalent work experience in a technical position.
- 10+ years of experience in Information Technology.
- 5+ years of hands-on experience in Database Engineering and data engineering solutions, including design and implementation in AWS Redshift, RDS/Aurora, DMS, Glue, and Lambda.
- Proven experience building data pipelines and database applications.
- Strong coding and scripting experience with Python, PowerShell, or similar languages, including implementation of Big Data technologies such as Hadoop, Spark, Presto, Hive, and Hue.
- Working knowledge of AWS Data Management and Pipeline tools, including S3, Lambda, Glue, Athena, CloudWatch, CloudTrail, IAM, and SNS.
- Advanced SQL programming and solid understanding of implementing data lake and data warehouse solutions in the cloud.
- Development experience with a major ETL tool, preferably Informatica.
- Experience in creating and deploying CloudFormation Templates (CFTs).
- Experience with database performance testing and capacity planning.
- Working knowledge of SDLC and agile/iterative methodologies.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- AWS or LOMA Certifications, experience in Life Insurance/Annuity/Financial Services, knowledge of AWS AI offerings, and experience with data visualization tools are all a plus.
Applicable To All Employees of Globe Life Family of Companies:
Reliable and predictable attendance of your assigned shift.
Ability to work full time and/or part time based on the position specifications.
How Globe Life Will Support You:
Looking to continue your career in an environment that values your contribution and invests in your growth? We've curated a benefits package that helps to ensure that you don’t just work, but thrive at Globe Life:
Competitive compensation designed to reflect your expertise and contribution.
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans because your well-being is fundamental to your performance.
Robust life insurance benefits and retirement plans, including company-matched 401k and pension plan.
Paid holidays and time off to support a healthy work-life balance.
Parental leave to help our employees welcome their new additions.
Subsidized all-in-one subscriptions to support your fitness, mindfulness, nutrition, and sleep goals.
Company-paid counseling for assistance with mental health, stress management, and work-life balance.
Continued education reimbursement eligibility and company-paid FLMI and ICA courses to grow your career.
Discounted Texas Rangers tickets for a proud visit to Globe Life Field.
Opportunity awaits! Invest in your professional legacy, realize your path, and see the direct impact you can make in a workplace that celebrates and harnesses your unique talents and perspectives to their fullest potential. At Globe Life, your voice matters.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Engineering, Information Systems, or equivalent work experience
- 10+ years of experience in Information Technology
- 5+ years of hands-on experience in Database Engineering and data engineering solutions
- Strong coding and scripting experience with Python, PowerShell, or similar languages
- Experience with AWS Data Management and Pipeline tools
- Advanced SQL programming
- Development experience with a major ETL tool, preferably Informatica
- Experience in creating and deploying CloudFormation Templates
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- AWS or LOMA Certifications
Globe Life Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — A company 401(k) plus a qualified defined‑benefit pension plan for eligible employees are described in filings as covering substantially all employees and continuing to be funded. For benefits‑eligible corporate roles, this rare combination enhances long‑term financial security.
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Healthcare Strength — Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short/long‑term disability are listed among the standard offerings. Feedback suggests the overall package is solid for corporate/W‑2 employees.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off, paid holidays, volunteer time off, and paid leaves (100% maternity up to 6 weeks; 100% parental up to 4 weeks) are highlighted. Eligibility is noted as “where applicable,” but covered employees gain meaningful time‑off support.
Globe Life Insights
What We Do
Globe Life is a national insurance company that helps protect the financial futures of working families. Serving millions of policyholders, Globe Life provides life and supplemental health insurance products designed to help customers prepare for the unexpected and protect what matters most. For more than a century, Globe Life has built its business around providing financial protection and delivering on its commitments to customers. Today, people across the organization bring together expertise in areas including insurance operations, customer care, technology, actuarial, finance, and other professional functions to serve policyholders and support the business. Globe Life reaches customers through multiple distribution channels, including independent insurance agents affiliated with its agency divisions. Across the organization, the work is connected by a common purpose: helping provide families with financial protection and support when they need it most.
Why Work With Us
Globe Life combines long-term stability with opportunities to build a meaningful career. Employees can grow through professional development, internal mobility, mentoring, and leadership programs, with benefits that support their future, including a company-matched 401(k) and pension plan for eligible employees.
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Hybrid Workspace
Employees engage in a combination of remote and on-site work.
Work arrangements at Globe Life vary by role — onsite, remote, or hybrid (home Mon/Fri, office Tue–Thu). Every setup is matched to the job and team. Regardless of location, professionalism, collaboration, and accountability are always expected.
