Senior Director, Engineering Group Leader
About The Position
At BNY, our culture allows us to run our company better and enables employees’ growth and success. As a leading global financial services company at the heart of the global financial system, we influence nearly 20% of the world’s investible assets. Every day, our teams harness cutting-edge AI and breakthrough technologies to collaborate with clients, driving transformative solutions that redefine industries and uplift communities worldwide. Recognized as a top destination for innovators, BNY is where bold ideas meet advanced technology and exceptional talent. Together, we power the future of finance – and this is what #LifeAtBNY is all about. Join us and be part of something extraordinary. We’re seeking a future team member for the role of Senior Director, Engineering Group Leader to join our Engineering team for Enterprise Custody Services Platform. This role is located in New York.
Requirements
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline, or equivalent work experience.
- 15+ years of experience in systems analysis, program development, and technology leadership.
- Minimum of 6–8 years of experience managing development project teams, preferably within complex, global environments.
- Proven ability to lead large-scale technology initiatives and deliver results on time and within budget.
- Strong leadership skills with a demonstrated commitment to building an agile, high-performing, and inclusive engineering culture.
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence across technical and non-technical audiences.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in financial services or related industries is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage global development teams, ensuring appropriate design, technical capabilities, and resource allocation to meet strategic objectives across the Custody Platforms.
- Provide visionary leadership that drives innovation, strengthens execution, and delivers technology solutions that improve business outcomes, client satisfaction, and operational efficiency.
- Champion change management initiatives by fostering innovation, creativity, and continuous improvement in engineering practices, systems, and technology solutions.
- Drive quality and adherence to best practices in the end-to-end design, development, and implementation of systems, platforms, and processes.
- Collaborate with internal partners, stakeholders, and clients to develop and deliver solutions that support revenue growth, enhance client experience, and improve organizational effectiveness.
- Develop and execute group-wide business plans and contribute to firm-wide initiatives aligned with broader organizational goals and strategic priorities.
- Lead risk identification and mitigation efforts across delivery, operations, staffing, and controls, and manage escalations effectively to support strong governance and business continuity.
- Drive recruitment, development, and retention of diverse talent, fostering an inclusive culture that supports professional growth, wellbeing, and long-term organizational success.
- Manage operating budgets, forecast resource needs, and maintain financial discipline to ensure delivery against approved plans and priorities.
- Motivate, coach, and mentor team members to maximize their contributions, strengthen leadership capability, and support ongoing career development.
Benefits
- commission earnings
- discretionary bonuses
- short and long-term incentive packages
- Company-sponsored benefit programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
