Director, Head of Engineering – Operational Risk

BNY Mellon•New York, NY

About The Position

The Director, Head of Engineering – Operational Risk will be a member of the Engineering Practice and aligned to the Risk & Compliance Hub. This role is responsible for engineering strategy, architecture, and delivery for the Operational Risk domain, with a focus on scalable platforms, strong controls, agile execution, and an AI-first approach to engineering outcomes.

Requirements

Advanced degree in computer science or a related discipline, or equivalent work experience required
12 + years of experience in systems analysis and program development with related supervisory, management and administrative experience required
Experience with operational risk management systems, controls, or workflow tooling in an enterprise setting.
Familiarity with agile practices and leading small, high-performing teams.
Strong communication, influence, and stakeholder management skills.

Nice To Haves

experience in the securities or financial services industry is a plus
Industry experience in operational risk is a plus.

Responsibilities

Design scalable architectures for operational risk controls, event management, and monitoring systems.
Standardize taxonomies for operational risk events, controls, issues, and related management information.
Develop risk mitigation strategies, automation frameworks, and resilient engineering capabilities to strengthen the control environment.
Lead small, agile engineering teams focused on platform outcomes, delivery quality, and operational stability.
Drive an AI-first approach in operational risk tooling to improve automation, insight, and workflow effectiveness.
Collaborate with stakeholders in risk management, control functions, and business units to prioritize and deliver capabilities.
Support engineering decisions that balance innovation, risk management, and operational resilience.