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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # IT Director- Wealth Engineering - **Company:** Alight, Inc. - **Location:** United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, DevOps, Scrum Methodology, Technical Debt, AngularJS, Integration Frameworks, Api Design - **Published:** July 14, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/00000000gggj78 ## About the Role Required + Senior technology leadership experience of 18+ years n large-scale, complex engineering environments. + Working technical knowledge of modern engineering stacks, including Java, Angular, API-based architectures, and cloud platforms such as AWS, with the ability to engage credibly with architects and engineering teams on design decisions, tradeoffs, and delivery outcomes. + Proven experience leading technology transformation initiatives that strengthened operational effectiveness, delivery predictability, quality, scalability, and cost efficiency. + Demonstrated ability to modernize platforms, reduce technical debt, and improve engineering practices while balancing business priorities and delivery commitments. + Strong capability to translate technical complexity into clear business outcomes for senior stakeholders. + Experience operating within a global delivery model, including leadership across India and US-based teams. + Scrum Master experience with a demonstrated ability to improve Agile execution and delivery consistency. Preferred + Experience in benefits administration platforms, preferably within the Wealth domain. + Exposure to AI-enabled solutions or enterprise modernization initiatives. + Prior hands-on experience earlier in career with Java, Angular, API development, or AWS-based platforms. ## Description Strategy and Delivery + Translate Wealth Engineering strategy into clear execution plans and measurable outcomes. + Proactively manage cross-team dependencies, risks, and delivery issues. + Apply industry and technology trends to drive competitive advantage and operational efficiency. + Evaluate existing systems and processes to identify cost efficiencies and risk-mitigation opportunities. + Drive transformation initiatives to strengthen operational effectiveness. Technology and Engineering Leadership + Enable delivery across teams building Java and Angular solutions, APIs, and third-party integrations. + Champion security, automation, quality engineering, resiliency, performance, stability, and robust AWS-based cloud practices. + Drive modernization, technical debt reduction, and responsible AI adoption. + Partner with Architecture and DevOps to ensure scalable, compliant, and well-designed solutions. Agile and Scrum Excellence + Lead the Scrum Master Area of Excellence for Wealth. + Establish consistent Scrum and Agile standards across teams. + Coach Scrum Masters and leaders to improve delivery predictability and execution discipline. People Leadership and Culture + Develop and mentor managers, Scrum Masters, and senior technical leaders. + Build a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. + Maintain a visible leadership presence across India locations, including regular travel. 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