Corporate Vice President, Integration Architect

Location Designation :
Hybrid - 3 days per week

As the Corporate Vice President, Integration Architect , you’ll lead the design and implementation of enterprise integration strategies that connect applications, data, and systems across New York Life. You’ll leverage your deep expertise in Mule Soft , SOA , and cloud integration to drive innovation, scalability, and reliability in our digital ecosystem. Acting as both a hands‑on technologist and strategic partner, you’ll ensure solutions align with business goals and enterprise architecture standards.

• Design and lead enterprise‑wide integration solutions using Mule Soft ESB , SOA , and related technologies.
• Collaborate with business and technology leaders to architect scalable, secure, and efficient integrations.
• D evelop and maintain integration roadmaps , guiding evolution from current to target state.
• Evaluate new technologies, frameworks, and platforms to enhance integration capabilities.
• Partner with development teams to ensure solution alignment, code quality, and adherence to architectural principles.
• Support governance activities, documentation, and technology standards to promote consistency across systems.
• Mentor team members, fostering knowledge sharing and continuous improvement.

You’re a forward-thinking architect who thrives at the intersection of technology strategy and solution delivery . You combine deep technical knowledge with strong communication and leadership skills, ensuring complex systems work seamlessly together to drive business impact. You’re curious, proactive, and skilled at simplifying complexity through clear design and collaboration.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 7+ years of experience architecting and designing enterprise software integrations.
• Expertise in SOA , Web Services , Messaging (MQ) , SOAP / WSDL , and REST / WADL .
• 3+ years of hands‑on Mule Soft ESB design and development experience.
• Strong experience with distributed (Java / .NET) programming frameworks.
• Proven ability to design, implement, and support high‑volume, mission‑critical systems.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and leadership skills.

• Experience with AWS and / or Azure cloud integration services.
• Familiarity with Dev Ops and Continuous Integration practices.
• Knowledge of Life Insurance , Marketing , or Telemarketing systems.
• Exposure to ACORD Life and Annuity XML standards .

Salary Range : $129,500-$175,000

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.

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.

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.  to discover more about our comprehensive benefit options or visit our NYL…