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BNY · 2 months ago

Managing Director, Engineering Group Leader

BNY is a leading global financial services company at the heart of the global financial system. They are seeking an experienced Head of Wealth Services Platform Engineering to oversee the development and implementation of their Wealth Services Platform, focusing on cloud-native platforms and team leadership.

Financial Services

Responsibilities

Recruit, mentor, and lead a high-performing Platform Engineering team, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement
Ensure the reliability, availability, scalability and performance for mission-critical workloads
Oversee the deployment, operation, and optimization of cloud-native Application environment, leveraging technologies such as Kubernetes, Docker, and microservices architectures
Architect and implement scalable, secure, and highly available cloud-native platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) tailored for financial services
Work closely with cross-functional teams, including development, operations, product management, security, compliance, to ensure seamless integration and delivery of services
Drive the automation of repetitive tasks and processes to improve efficiency and reduce the risk of human error
Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) and service level objectives (SLOs) to measure and improve the reliability and performance of the platform
Own and drive the platform roadmap and modernization strategy in alignment with enterprise goals
Develop automation for Application environment provisioning, CI/CD pipelines, secrets management, and compliance reporting
Champion cloud governance, infrastructure-as-code, and compliance (e.g., SOC2, FINRA) across environments
Evaluate platform service solutions, tools, and SaaS vendors; manage budgets and cost optimization strategies
Stay abreast of platform technology trends and foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement

Qualification

Cloud-native platformsKubernetesDockerAWSGCPAzureCloud migration strategySecurity best practicesAutomationTeam LeadershipStakeholder managementContinuous ImprovementGovernance & SecurityVendor & Cost ManagementProblem-SolvingCommunication

Required

15+ years of experience in software/platform engineering, with at least 4 years in a senior leadership role
Proven experience in building and managing cloud-native platforms, utilizing technologies such as Kubernetes, Docker, and microservices
Demonstrated ability to build, lead, and mentor a high-performing team
Proven success leading cloud migrations and platform transformations in regulated industries (preferably FinTech or Banking)
Deep expertise in AWS, GCP, or Azure cloud services and Application Environment design
Familiarity with data platforms, event-driven architectures, and high-throughput systems
Strong understanding of security best practices in the cloud and financial regulatory environments
Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues
Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field

Preferred

Experience with hybrid cloud and multi-cloud architectures
Background in financial services, capital markets, or high-frequency trading platforms
Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical discipline
Relevant industry certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Certified Kubernetes Administrator, or similar are a plus

Benefits

Generous paid leaves, including paid volunteer time
Flexible global resources and tools for your life’s journey

Company

We help make money work for the world — managing it, moving it and keeping it safe.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Brian A. Ruane
CEO Government Securities Services & Global Client Management
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Chris Kearns
CEO, Depositary Receipts
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