Senior Software Architect (Auburn Hills)

Guardian Glass is seeking you to become our next Senior Software Architect. We are a global manufacturer of float glass and fabricated glass products for commercial and residential construction, with operations across North America, Europe, South America, Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship now or at any time in the future. This position is not eligible for work visa sponsorship. What You Will Do Design and implement product features to Claria, Guardian’s customer-facing AI platform Mentor software engineers and technical leads, helping grow architecture, design, and software engineering capabilities across the organization Guide the design and operation of AI-powered systems, including LLM integrations, orchestration frameworks, evaluation processes, and production monitoring Collaborate with cloud, security, and platform teams to ensure solutions meet enterprise standards for security, compliance, and reliability Communicate technical strategy, architectural decisions, risks, and trade‑offs to business stakeholders, product owners, and leadership in a clear and actionable manner Drive the adoption of AI‑assisted software engineering practices, developer productivity tools, and modern SDLC standards across the organization Partner with development teams to establish automated testing, CI/CD, observability, and operational excellence practices for both traditional and AI‑enabled applications Who You Are (Basic Qualifications) Expert in full‑stack application architecture and development, including modern web frameworks, APIs, AWS cloud services, and distributed systems Deep expertise in AI/LLM application architecture and delivery, including orchestration patterns, tool integration, prompt engineering, RAG, evaluation frameworks, and production AI system operations Strong software engineering fundamentals, including object‑oriented design, SOLID principles, testing strategies, and maintainable code practices Experience establishing and evolving AI‑driven software development lifecycle (SDLC) practices, developer platforms, and engineering standards Advanced knowledge of AWS cloud‑native architectures, containerization, CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure‑as‑code, and DevOps practice Strong understanding of application security, identity and access management, secure‑by‑design principles, and threat modeling Proven ability to evaluate technology platforms, architectural patterns, and engineering tools, balancing business outcomes, security, maintainability, and operational requirements Proven ability to mentor engineers and technical leads while driving engineering excellence, architecture consistency, and long‑term technology strategy What Will Put You Ahead Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, or other related field; Master’s preferred Proven experience designing and delivering scalable, secure, and highly available customer‑facing applications Strong project management and presentation skills Knowledge of Python and FastAPI Knowledge of TypeScript Knowledge of Azure AI services Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E‑Verify. Atlanta, Georgia | Green Bay, Wisconsin | Wichita, Kansas J-18808-Ljbffr

Corporate Vice President - Senior Director, End User Services - Executive Support & AV Technologies (New York)

Job DescriptionRequisition ID94333DepartmentTech Data AI VenturesJob FunctionTech Data AI VenturesLocationNew York,New York,United StatesRole Location DesignationHybrid - 3 days per weekLocation Designation: Hybrid - 3 days per weekRole OverviewNew York Life's Enterprise Technology Services (ETS) organization is seeking a dynamic, service-driven technology leader to serve as Corporate Vice President of End User Services, Executive Support, and AV Technologies. This is a transformative leadership role with broad accountability across three distinct but interconnected service domains: the Enterprise Help Desk (supported by TCS managed service delivery), a White-Glove Executive Support function, and Conference Room & AV Technologies.The successful candidate will bring deep technical expertise across end-user computing and enterprise IT, a proven track record of scaling ITSM operations, and a passion for modernization — specifically the deployment of AI-assisted virtual agents as a primary support channel. NYL recently deployed Moveworks, an industry-leading AI assistant platform, and this leader will be the executive owner of its adoption strategy and ongoing optimization.This role also has direct accountability for the structured buildout of a high-performing Executive Support team, transitioning the function from reactive and tactical to proactive, metrics-driven, and integrated with the broader ETS organization. In addition, the VP will own and execute the Conference Room Strategy, expanding the Digital Workplace team's remit to assume support for large meeting rooms currently operated by the Facilities team.This role is ideal for a seasoned technology services leader who thrives at the intersection of operational excellence, executive stakeholder management, and modern workplace innovation — and who is energized by the challenge of building world-class support at scale within a complex financial services environment.Location & Work ArrangementPrimary Location: 51 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10010Work Arrangement: Hybrid — minimum 3 days per week on-site; additional presence required for executive events, AV go-lives, and critical incidentsTravel: Occasional travel to NYL offices and field locations in support of executive events and AV deploymentsWhat You'll Do:1. Enterprise Help Desk Governance & AI-Driven Service ModernizationServe as the NYL business owner and strategic lead for the enterprise Help Desk, operating in close partnership with TCS (the managed service provider delivering Tier 1/2 support for all NYL colleagues).Own the service delivery relationship with TCS, including SLA governance, performance management, quality assurance, and contract adherenceDefine and enforce service standards, escalation paths, ticket quality expectations, and agent performance frameworksLeverage ServiceNow data and reporting to drive continuous improvement initiatives across incident, request, and problem management lifecyclesLead the NYL Moveworks adoption strategy — develop and execute a roadmap to establish the AI-assisted virtual agent as the primary self-service and support channel for all NYL colleaguesDefine adoption KPIs including deflection rate, containment rate, CSAT, and time-to-resolutionPartner with Moveworks, TCS, and internal stakeholders to expand AI-resolved topic coverage and knowledge integrationDrive channel shift from voice and email to conversational AI via targeted enablement campaignsOwn integration between Moveworks and ServiceNow workflows to ensure seamless handoffs and auditabilityImplement the Social Engineering Mitigation Plan leveraging MFA, including colleague awareness, technical controls, and coordination with Cybersecurity and Identity teams to reduce risk from social engineering attacks targeting the Help DeskChampion a proactive support model including trend analysis, known issue communications, and shift-left strategies that reduce avoidable ticket volume2. Executive Support — Transformation & White-Glove Service DeliveryTake direct ownership of the Executive Support team (currently 6 Support Engineers) and lead its transformation from a reactive, siloed group into a structured, high-performing, and proactive service function aligned with the needs of NYL's senior leadership.Establish formal Executive Support governance: service charter, eligibility tiers, engagement model, SLAs, and an Executive Experience Scorecard (CSAT, SLA adherence, operational KPIs)Build a culture of accountability, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement — including structured ticketing, runbooks, and playbooks for all common executive support scenariosAct as the single point of coordination between Executive Support and ETS domains including EUC Engineering, Infrastructure, Security, Identity, and Mobility — ensuring executives experience seamless, integrated servicePartner with Cyber, Identity, and Network teams to ensure executive devices and access patterns comply with NYL's Zero Trust security model, IAM controls, MFA dependencies, and least-privilege principles — without sacrificing service qualityImplement pre-deployment quality gates for executive devices (hardware, peripherals, mobile) including validation, testing, and post-deployment signoff processesDevelop a proactive support model for executives, including pre-emptive issue detection, spare device strategies, and readiness protocols for board meetings, offsites, and high-visibility eventsFoster strong relationships with executive assistants and administrative staff as primary service interface points, and with business leaders as key consumers of the executive technology experienceBuild team capability through structured mentoring, technical training, and cross-functional collaboration with Engineering and Security teams3. Conference Room & AV Technologies — Strategy ExecutionLead the execution of NYL's Conference Room Strategy, including the expansion of the Digital Workplace team's support remit to encompass large meeting rooms currently managed by the Facilities team.Drive the transition plan to bring large-format and executive conference room AV support under the ETS Digital Workplace umbrella, including stakeholder alignment with Facilities, coordination of knowledge transfer, and establishment of new operating proceduresEnsure consistent, standards-based AV support is delivered across all room categories, from small huddle spaces to large board and event roomsOwn the AV technology roadmap: evaluate, recommend, and oversee deployment of conference room technologies including Microsoft Teams Rooms (MTR), integrated AV systems, digital signage, and event conferencing solutionsManage AV vendor relationships, contract negotiations, and service level expectationsDefine and enforce quality standards for AV room configurations, maintenance schedules, and incident response processesCollaborate with Facilities, Real Estate, and ETS teams on new office buildouts, renovations, and room refresh initiatives to ensure AV requirements are incorporated early in the design process4. Operational Excellence & MetricsDefine, publish, and report on a unified service performance dashboard spanning Help Desk, Executive Support, and AV Technologies — covering SLA adherence, CSAT, first-contact resolution, Moveworks deflection, and AV availabilityDrive continuous improvement practices using data, colleague feedback, and benchmarking against industry peersMaintain an up-to-date knowledge base, runbook library, and support playbook ecosystem to standardize delivery and reduce variabilityEnsure full ServiceNow hygiene across all service domains: consistent categorization, accurate CIs, complete ticket documentation, and timely closure5. Stakeholder Engagement & Cross-Functional CollaborationServe as the ETS point of contact for Executive Support, Help Desk performance, and AV services for senior business stakeholders and their administrative teamsCommunicate clearly and confidently with executive audiences — translating complex technical issues into business-relevant context and solutionsBuild and maintain strong partnerships across ETS domains (EUC Engineering, Infrastructure, Identity, Security, Mobility) and with external managed service providers and vendorsRepresent ETS in cross-functional forums related to workplace technology, building services integration, and end-user experienceWhat You'll Bring:Required Experience10 years of progressive IT experience, with a minimum of 5 years in a senior leadership role managing Help Desk, End User Services, Executive Support, or related functionsDemonstrated experience managing or overseeing a managed service provider (MSP) or outsourced Help Desk delivery model, including SLA governance and performance managementHands-on experience with AI-driven service management tools (e.g., Moveworks, ServiceNow Virtual Agent, or equivalent) and a demonstrable track record of driving adoption and measurable deflection outcomesDeep expertise in enterprise ITSM platforms, with strong working knowledge of ServiceNow (Incident, Problem, Change, Request, CMDB, Knowledge Management)Proven track record delivering white-glove executive or VIP IT support in a financial services, insurance, or similarly regulated enterprise environmentExperience managing or overseeing AV technologies and conference room support, including Microsoft Teams Rooms, integrated AV systems, and event supportDemonstrated ability to lead organizational change — specifically transforming reactive, tactical teams into structured, proactive service organizationsExperience implementing or operationalizing security controls within an end-user computing context, including MFA, MDM, Zero Trust frameworks, and social engineering mitigation programsTechnical SkillsMicrosoft 365 ecosystem: Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint, Intune, Azure AD / Entra IDEndpoint management: Microsoft Intune, Configu