Senior Associate - Site Reliability Engineer

As part of the Cloud, DevOps, and Integrations team in our Field Experience Department, this position will solidify our foundations of DevOps and AWS Engineering. We are seeking an AWS Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) / DevOps Engineer to design, automate, and maintain scalable, secure, and highly available cloud infrastructure on AWS. This role will partner closely with development teams to improve CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code, observability, incident response, and overall platform reliability using modern DevOps and SRE practices. Previous mainframe development experience is a must, as this role will take an active role in modernizing mainframe implementations to the AWS platform.

What You'll Do:

• Implement DevOps and CICD pipelines across dozens of Field Experience systems and technologies.

• Design, implement, and maintain scalable, secure, and highly available AWS cloud infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation, or similar tools).

• Build and optimize CI/CD pipelines to support automated application deployments, system reliability, and faster release cycles across development and production environments.

• Monitor platform performance, availability, and security using observability and alerting tools, while leading incident response, root cause analysis, and continuous reliability improvements.

• Collaborate with software engineering, security, and development teams to automate operational processes, improve system resiliency, and enforce DevOps and SRE best practices.

• Ensure AI efficiencies and tool usage are maximized in design and development to free up engineering teams for more thought leadership, learning, and business partnership.

What You'll Bring:

We are seeking candidates with a strong foundation in mainframe development and enterprise systems who are excited to expand their skills into AWS cloud engineering, DevOps, and Site Reliability Engineering practices. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and experience supporting mission-critical applications, along with a willingness to learn modern cloud infrastructure, automation, and platform engineering technologies. This role is well-suited for individuals who understand the operational rigor, stability, and scalability requirements of large enterprise environments and can apply that expertise to modernizing and migrating mainframe workloads to AWS. We value collaborative team members who are adaptable, curious, and motivated to bridge traditional enterprise platforms with modern cloud-native architectures and operational practices.

Do you have experience in Software engineering?, Do you have a Master's degree?, * Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or related field.

• 10+ years professional experience in technology as a software engineer, programmer, architect, or similar role.

• Well-seasoned mainframe development skills.

• AWS Cloud development experience.

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills; Can work independently to solve complex technical issues.

• Strong data, database, and data analytics skills, especially in relation to business understanding of the data and how technology solutions can evolve around this understanding.

Preferred Skills:

• Existing knowledge of the NYL Tech and Data ecosystem a huge plus+++

• Event driven architecture and messaging services.

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Overtime eligible: Exempt

Discretionary bonus eligible: Yes

Sales bonus eligible: No

Actual base salary will be determined based on several factors but not limited to individual's experience, skills, qualifications, and job location. Additionally, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. In addition to base salary, employees may also be eligible to participate in an incentive program.

At New York Life, our 180-year legacy of purpose and integrity fuels our future. As we evolve into a more technology-, data-, and AI-enabled organization, we remain grounded in the values that drive lasting impact. Our diverse business portfolio creates opportunities to make a difference across industries and communities-inviting bold thinking, collaborative problem-solving, and purpose-driven innovation. Here, you'll find the rare balance of long-standing stability and forward momentum, supported by an inclusive team that honors tradition while embracing progress. As a Fortune 100 mutual company, we offer a place to grow your skills, contribute to meaningful work, and deliver solutions that matter. Your ideas drive what's next, and your growth powers it., At New York Life, fostering an inclusive workplace is fundamental to who we are and how we serve our communities. We have a longstanding commitment to creating an environment where individuals can contribute their best and succeed together. This foundation is rooted in our core values of humanity and integrity, ensuring that every employee feels valued and supported. By embracing a broad range of perspectives and experiences, we achieve greater success and fulfill our promise of providing financial security and peace of mind to families across all communities. Click here to learn more about New York Life's leadership in this space. Recognized as one of Fortune's World's Most Admired Companies, New York Life is committed to improving local communities through a culture of employee giving and volunteerism, supported by the Foundation. We're proud that due to our mutuality, we operate in the best interests of our policy owners. To learn more about career opportunities at New York Life, please visit the Careers page of www.NewYorkLife.com. Visit our LinkedIn to see how our employees and agents are leading the industry and impacting communities. Visit our Newsroom to learn more about how our company is constantly evolving to meet our clients' and employees' needs.