Associate - Software Engineer - AI & Cloud Platforms

Location Designation: Hybrid - 3 days per week
We are seeking a Software Engineer with experience in generative and agentic AI to help design and deliver modern, cloud-native insurance platforms. This role sits within our Core Systems team and partners closely with engineers, architects, data scientists, and product teams to build scalable, secure, and highly available solutions leveraging AWS, APIs, DevSecOps, and AI. You will contribute to advancing automation, developer productivity, and AI-enabled capabilities while continuing to grow your technical expertise within enterprise engineering standards and best practices.
What You'll Do:

• Design, build, test, and deploy cloud-native applications and services on AWS under the guidance of senior engineers and architects
• Contribute to AI and automation initiatives that enhance developer productivity and platform capabilities
• Support the development and maintenance of CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps automation
• Build and consume APIs and reusable services
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-tested code following engineering best practices
• Ensure solutions meet security, performance, resilience, and compliance standards
• Participate in Agile ceremonies and collaborate with cross-functional teams
• Contribute to documentation, technical discussions, and continuous improvement initiatives

What You'll Bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
• 1-3 years of software engineering experience building and supporting production systems
• Hands-on experience with AWS and cloud-native application development
• Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code (e.g., Terraform)
• Exposure to CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps practices
• Proficiency in at least one modern programming language (e.g., Python, JavaScript, TypeScript)
• Experience building generative or agentic AI applications
• Familiarity with APIs, containerization concepts (EKS, ECR), and modern development tools (e.g., GitHub, Jira)
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to AI/ML through academic, project, or professional experience
• Experience with full-stack development of AI-powered tools using modern technologies (e.g., React, Node.js, LangChain, LangGraph)
• Experience contributing to automation or developer productivity initiatives
• Experience in financial services, insurance, or wealth management
• Relevant certifications or coursework in cloud, DevOps, or AI

Pay Transparency
Salary Range: $81,000-$115,500
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.
Company Overview
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.
Our Benefits
We provide a full package of benefits for employees - and have unique offerings for a modern workforce, including leave programs, adoption assistance, and student loan repayment programs. Based on feedback from our employees, we continue to refine and add benefits to our offering, so that you can flourish both inside and outside of work.Click hereto discover more about our comprehensive benefit options or visit our NYL Benefits Site.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
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.
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Job Requisition ID: 93494