Director - Software Development Engineering

Description and Requirements
The Team You Will Join
The MetLife Corporate Systems Technology (CST) organization is evolving to enable MetLife's Next Horizon strategy. With a strong vision in place, we are a global function focused on driving digital technology strategies for key corporate functions within MetLife including, Finance, Actuarial and Treasury, Human Resources and Employee Experience, Risk, Control functions including Audit, legal, Risk and Compliance. In partnership with our business, we develop and deliver seamless technology experiences to our employees across the entire employee lifecycle. Our vision and mission is to create innovative, transformative and contemporary technology solutions to empower our leaders and employees so they can focus on what matters most, our customers. We are technologists with strong business acumen focused on developing our talent to continually transform and innovate.
The Opportunity
The Director of Platform Engineering is responsible for leading the strategy, design, and implementation of the MetLife's Azure Cloud, AI, and Identity Access Management (IAM) platform. They will oversee a team of engineers and architects to build scalable, reliable, and secure platform services that enable rapid application development and deployment.
How You'll Help Us Build a Confident Future (Key Responsibilities)

• Develop a comprehensive plan for transitioning to a new IAM solution.
• Manage the application implementation, testing, and rollout of the new IAM system integration.
• Ensure a smooth transition and minimal disruption to business operations
• Lead end-to-end migration and optimization of platform services to Azure cloud, ensuring cost-effectiveness and security compliance.
• Drive cloud-native development practices and infrastructure modernization while implementing DevOps best practices for scalable, efficient operations.
• Implement data integration and data management solutions to ensure data quality, consistency, and traceability
• Establish and oversee secure software development and deployment practices using DevSecOps principles.
• Ensure security, compliance, and risk management are integrated throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Implement tools and processes for continuous monitoring, testing, and remediation of vulnerabilities.
• Enhance platform capabilities by identifying high-impact AI/ML use cases, building robust data infrastructure, and continuously improving AI models and applications.
• Ensure ethical and responsible AI practices by establishing governance frameworks, implementing fairness and transparency measures, and fostering a culture of AI innovation and adoption.
• Evaluate and pilot the use of AI-powered coding assistants like GitHub Copilot to boost developer productivity.
• Implement API management tooling and processes to control access, monitor usage, enforce policies, and automate testing, deployment, and monitoring to ensure reliability and scalability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify, prioritize, and address engineering challenges
• Recruit, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of platform engineers, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

What You Need to Succeed (Required Qualifications)

• 15+ years of experience in software engineering, platform architecture, or DevSecOps leadership roles.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related technical field.
• Proven track record of driving engineering capabilities in Cloud (Azure), Data, AI, and DevSecOps domains.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Technical expertise in languages, frameworks, and tools used in modern software development.
• Extensive knowledge of cloud infrastructure, particularly in the Microsoft Azure ecosystem, including IaC, containerization, and serverless computing.
• Deep understanding of data modeling techniques, database design, and data integration patterns.
• Proven track record of leading successful technology transformations in the insurance or financial services industry.

What Can Give You an Edge (Additional Skills)

• Deep understanding of key insurance industry processes, regulations, and technology needs.
• Excellent problem-solving, project management, and communication skills

Benefits We Offer
Our U.S. benefits address holistic well-being with programs for physical and mental health, financial wellness, and support for families. We offer a comprehensive health plan that includes medical/prescription drug and vision, dental insurance, and no-cost short- and long-term disability. We also provide company-paid life insurance and legal services, a retirement pension funded entirely by MetLife and 401(k) with employer matching, group discounts on voluntary insurance products including auto and home, pet, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance, as well as Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and digital mental health programs, parental leave, volunteer time off, tuition assistance and much more!
About MetLife
Recognized on Fortune magazine's list of the 2024 "World's Most Admired Companies", Fortune World's 25 Best Workplaces™ for 2024, as well as the 2024 Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For ®, MetLife , through its subsidiaries and affiliates, is one of the world's leading financial services companies; providing insurance, annuities, employee benefits and asset management to individual and institutional customers. With operations in more than 40 markets, we hold leading positions in the United States, Latin America, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.
Our purpose is simple - to help our colleagues, customers, communities, and the world at large create a more confident future. United by purpose and guided by empathy, we're inspired to transform the next century in financial services. At MetLife, it's #AllTogetherPossible . Join us!
Equal Employment Opportunity/Disability/Veterans
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