Engineering Manager- Employee Benefits Solutions Technology (Hybrid)

Securian Financial • Saint Paul, MN

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

At Securian Financial the internal position title is Engineering Mgr. Position Overview Securian Financial is looking for an Engineering Manager passionate about technology solutions and developing associates to deliver outcomes as part of our Employee Benefits Solutions Technology (EBST) team. This leader will focus on the people, process and technology being delivered by our product agile teams, specifically leading our Atlas team that is developing a new Claims solution for Voluntary Benefits and is aligned to enabling the EBS Bold Stroke. Responsibilities include, but not limited to: Lead, recruit, motivate, champion, and develop engineering associates, maximizing their individual contributions, professional growth, and ability to build/sustain a team culture of efficiency and quality across an agile software development team Partner with a matrixed leadership team (including Product Owners and fellow Leaders of People) in an agile development environment to promote engineering best practices ensuring our solutions are designed & engineered to operate safely, securely, and effectively in the delivery of business outcomes Build and leverage relationships with internal partners and stakeholders across ET, EBST, EBS, and Operations teams Evaluate technology options and promote solutions that align with operating principles Awareness of current industry trends and new technologies; desire and willingness to continuously improve skills and knowledge through internal and external continuous learning

Requirements

• Experience in coaching, mentoring, leading and/or work directing others, while supporting engineering skill development and continuous improvement aligned with the software development life cycle and agile delivery model
• Familiarity with Engineering best practices, including DevOps and Cloud best practices.
• Strong communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills to connect and engage delivery teams as well as negotiate with business and technology leaders.
• Strong relationship management skills, including coaching, mentoring, and leading others through change.
• Agile delivery experience.
• Creative problem solving.
• Results oriented mindset.
• Technical aptitude to understand and help determine technical solutions and integrations.
• Demonstrate a solution-oriented approach and willingness to resolve or elevate issues quickly

Nice To Haves

• 1+ years’ experience as a leader of people, or indirect people leadership equivalent
• Experience with insurance products or employee benefits programs a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead, recruit, motivate, champion, and develop engineering associates, maximizing their individual contributions, professional growth, and ability to build/sustain a team culture of efficiency and quality across an agile software development team
• Partner with a matrixed leadership team (including Product Owners and fellow Leaders of People) in an agile development environment to promote engineering best practices ensuring our solutions are designed & engineered to operate safely, securely, and effectively in the delivery of business outcomes
• Build and leverage relationships with internal partners and stakeholders across ET, EBST, EBS, and Operations teams
• Evaluate technology options and promote solutions that align with operating principles
• Awareness of current industry trends and new technologies; desire and willingness to continuously improve skills and knowledge through internal and external continuous learning

Benefits

• Paid time off: We want you to take time off for what matters most to you. Our PTO program provides flexibility for associates to take meaningful time away from work to relax, recharge and spend time doing what’s important to them. And Securian Financial rewards associates for their service by providing additional PTO the longer you stay at Securian.
• Leave programs: Securian’s flexible leave programs allow time off from work for parental leave, caregiver leave for family members, bereavement and military leave.
• Holidays: Securian provides nine company paid holidays.
• Company-funded pension plan and a 401(k) retirement plan: Share in the success of our company. Securian’s 401(k) company contribution is tied to our performance up to 10 percent of eligible earnings, with a target of 5 percent. The amount is based on company results compared to goals related to earnings, sales and service.
• Health insurance: From the first day of employment, associates and their eligible family members – including spouses, domestic partners and children – are eligible for medical, dental and vision coverage.
• Volunteer time: We know the importance of community. Through company-sponsored events, volunteer paid time off, a dollar-for-dollar matching gift program and more, we encourage you to support organizations important to you.
• Associate Resource Groups: Build connections, be yourself and develop meaningful relationships at work through associate-led ARGs. Dedicated groups focus on a variety of interests and affinities, including: Mental Wellness and Disability Pride at Securian Financial Securian Young Professionals Network Securian Multicultural Network Securian Women and Allies Network Servicemember Associate Resource Group

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees