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Senior Data Center Construction Superintendent

About Weeks Construction Services

Weeks Construction Services is a leading builder of advanced, mission-critical data center facilities. We deliver complex projects for some of the most demanding clients in the industry. Our work requires precision, urgency, and accountability — and we build teams that take pride in meeting that standard.

We are builders, not brokers. We bring together experienced professionals who thrive in high-performance environments and know how to get things done in the field.

Our Values

• We Answer the Call
• Integrity • Honesty • Trust • Nimbleness
• We Don’t Take No for an Answer
• Persistence • Determination • Accountability
• We Solve Problems
• Especially on complex, high-intensity projects
• We Expect the Best from Each Other
• Teamwork • Communication • Ownership
• We BTFM
• Innovative thinking with zero tolerance for mediocrity

Senior Superintendent Role

The Senior Superintendent will directly supervise and coordinate construction activities of the datacenters that are being constructed and report directly to Applied Digital’s Campus Project Director. The Senior Superintendent will play a critical role in ensuring the project's success by monitoring and facilitating collaboration among Applied Digital, contractors, subcontractors, 3rd party vendors/contractors, and regulatory bodies. This position requires a unique blend of technical expertise, communication skills, and project management acumen.

Projects include but are not limited to:

• Development of ground-up data center buildings
• Redevelopment or upgrade of existing properties to state-of-the-art data centers
• Expansion of data centers and critical infrastructure within existing facilities or on existing property
• Large customer fit-outs and retrofits to accommodate customers occupancy and deployment needs

Duties:

Scope Specific

• Depend on qualifications, this role is available to Mechanical and Electrical scope expertise. The roles of Senior Electrical Superintendent of Senior Electrical Superintendent are available to the right applicants
• Duties as outline below would apply with an emphasis on the specific scope

EH&S Job Site Specific (Primary and Supporting Role):

· Collaborate with client on site EH&S to establish and sustain site health, safety, and security controls in accordance with corporate objectives

Procurement (Primary Responsibility):

· Ensure the GC is properly managing site logistics for client owner furnished equipment. Know and understand the full OFCI process and what gear is coming and when.

· Work with Project Manager to receive approved submittal for all owner-furnished equipment. Ensure that the general contractor has a process for managing OFCI documentation and is receiving the appropriate documents.

· Inspect and check-in all Applied Digital-furnished equipment and materials that arrive to the jobsite.

Construction Management, Administration & Management (Primary Responsibility):

· Be on site on behalf of client Monday – Friday 7A – 5P, exact times and days may fluctuate, to monitor construction activities. Weekday evenings and weekends may be needed pending project schedule. Respond on an as-needed basis to emergencies.

· Make client aware of neighbor or other local jurisdiction complaints or issues.

· Participate in GC-led weekly meetings which may include, but is not limited to: OAC, subcontractor coordination, pull planning, design, BIM/VDC meetings, RFI/Submittal, etc.

· Provide onsite technical Construction SME support, ROJ dates, visual inspection and/or observation for construction quality control of OFCI and CFCI equipment and Supply chain management

· Management of team members, key stakeholders, neighboring properties, contractors, utility providers and inspection agencies

· Address any disputes or conflicts that may arise during the project, working collaboratively with all parties to find mutually acceptable solutions. Escalating to Project Manager team when appropriate.

· Know and understand key schedule milestones.

· Actively track contractor activities in alignment with schedule. Will be responsible for communicating schedule impacts, delays, and issues.

· Prepare succinct and clear reports on project progress on a monthly/weekly basis or as needed including plan, actual, variance, risk, and mitigation measures.

Quality Control(Primary Responsibility):

· Manage onsite job photography.

· Take time to understand the GC’s Quality Control plan. Work with the Project Manger to ensure the plan adheres to client provided specifications.

· Manage the on-site QA/QC inspection process to drive closure of punch-list items and an expeditious turnover to Operations.

· Develop/monitor quality program metrics to evaluate the project’s performance. Analyze metrics to understand the root cause of any problematic trends and then work with the applicable parties to correct those items.

· Ensure contractors are adhering to site cleanliness plans and following industry best practices for Data Center construction i.e. – (no dust producing activities in critical spaces, etc)

· Review/Management of owner provided specialty testing and inspections contractors

Site Security (Primary Responsibility):

· Ensure the GC manages the site to the agreed upon site specific security plan.

Billing and Invoice Processing & Change Management (Primary Responsibility):

· Assist in pay monitoring and control to ensure that the project remains within budgetary constraints. Review with the Applied Digital Project Manager change orders and pay applications from the contractor and vendors.

Commissioning & Training (Supporting Role):

· Assist as required with Engineering team and CxA for startup and Commissioning.

Closeout & Turn-over (Primary Responsibility):

· Coordinate with Project Manager and client Engineering/Turn over team to collect and review of Turnover Package for completeness and accuracy to support transition of completed projects to Operations.

Other:

· Promote and demonstrate the behaviors consistent with a client Construction Manager in being: Proactive (we encourage hustle fouls), leader in the room (set the example), be an energy supplier (leave people better than how you found them)

· Manage special or atypical projects as assigned

· Assist Sales or finance as directed by Supervisor

· Facilitate interdepartmental coordination in consultation with Supervisor, including but not limited to DCO, Accounting, Finance, Procurement, Engineering

· Assist or lead, in consultation with Supervisor, department process improvement initiatives

· Act as client site logistics lead – office trailer, signage, equipment, UTVs, etc. set up and management

· Manage tour requests and site visits on behalf of client.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

· Excellent listening and strong communication skills.

· Ability to identify and resolve complex issues.

· Ability to create and support team morale.

· Apply critical thinking and logic to problem solving.

· Articulate contract and technical matters clearly

· Exceptional communication and presentation abilities.

· Demonstrated understanding of building processes and systems.

· Work scope requires understanding of cost estimating, budgeting and forecasting.

· Familiar with Microsoft Office Suite and project management software

· 10+ years of experience in commercial, industrial, or mission-critical construction

· Demonstrated Post-Secondary Education

· OSHA 30 Certified or willing to achieve.

· Demonstrates an unwavering commitment to foster a safe work environment.

· A strong work ethic and a “can-do” attitude.

· Self-starter and ability to work independently

· Strong cultural fit and willingness to work collaborative on the execution of project.

· Understanding of CPM Schedule Logic

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary range: $150,000 – $180,000, depending on experience and project scope.
• Relocation package.
• Performance-based bonus potential.
• Fully paid comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision) for you and your family.
• 401(k) Safe Harbor plan.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Opportunities to work on some of the most active and technically complex data center projects in the Phoenix market.
• A collaborative, high-performance environment focused on long-term growth and leadership development.

Data Center Construction Project Engineer

Weeks Group is a leading data center Owner’s Representative & Project Manager consulting firm with decades of experience overcoming complex mission critical challenges globally. As a women-owned business, we excel in solving tough problems, ensuring safe, timely, on budget delivery. We solve the hardest problems in the data center construction industry.

Our Values

We Answer the Call

Integrity • Honesty • Trust • Nimbleness

We Don’t Take No for an Answer

Persistence • Determination • Accountability

We Solve Problems

Especially on complex, high-intensity projects

We Expect the Best from Each Other

Teamwork • Communication • Ownership

We BTFM

Innovative thinking with zero tolerance for mediocrity

Role Summary

The Project Engineer (PE) supports the day-to-day execution of mission-critical data center construction by driving documentation, coordination, procurement tracking, and field communication. This role is central to keeping the project moving: managing submittals and RFIs, supporting schedule and cost controls, coordinating owner-furnished equipment (OFCI), and helping push quality, commissioning readiness, and turnover.

The PE works closely with the Project Manager, Superintendent(s), subcontractors, vendors, design partners, commissioning agents, and the client team to ensure work is coordinated, decisions are documented, and the field has what it needs to build safely and correctly.

Typical Project Types

Projects may include:

• Ground-up hyperscale and enterprise data center builds
• Retrofits and upgrades to live/operating facilities (brownfield)
• Expansions of existing data centers and critical infrastructure
• Large tenant improvements, fit-outs, and deployment-driven retrofits

Key Responsibilities

Submittals, RFIs, and Document Control (Primary)

• Lead the submittal and RFI process end-to-end: logging, tracking, routing, follow-up, and closure.
• Ensure submittals align with specs, drawings, basis of design, and approved alternates.
• Maintain clean, current project records: meeting minutes, logs, sketches, bulletins, and correspondence.
• Support drawing management: distribute current plans, manage revisions, and help prevent “building off old sheets.”

Procurement & Owner-Furnished Equipment (OFCI) (Primary)

• Track procurement status for long-lead equipment (electrical/mechanical/controls) and communicate risks early.
• Understand and help manage the full OFCI process: what’s coming, when, where it goes, and what’s needed to receive/install it.
• Coordinate with PM/superintendent on receiving, documentation, check-in, and storage requirements for owner-furnished materials.
• Support vendor coordination (delivery windows, offload plans, laydown logistics, access requirements).

Field Coordination & Schedule Support (Primary)

• Support weekly coordination cycles: subcontractor coordination, pull planning, BIM/VDC, OAC, and RFI/submittal reviews.
• Help keep commitments visible and enforced (who owes what, by when).
• Understand key schedule milestones and help identify schedule impacts from procurement, design, or field constraints.
• Partner with the field team to remove blockers fast and keep work moving.

Quality Support (Primary)

• Support the site QA/QC process: inspections, documentation, deficiency tracking, and closure.
• Assist with jobsite photo documentation and organization.
• Help drive clean build practices consistent with data center standards (critical spaces, dust control, protection of installed work).
• Coordinate specialty testing/inspections documentation and ensure results are captured and filed properly.

Cost, Change Management & Billing Support (Supporting)

• Support change management: pricing requests, documentation, scope narratives, and backup for change events.
• Assist PM with pay application tracking, vendor invoices, and reconciliation support as needed.
• Help maintain clean cost backup and scope clarity to support decision-making.

Commissioning Readiness & Turnover (Primary/Supporting)

• Support commissioning readiness by tracking prerequisites, documentation, and installation closeout.
• Coordinate with PM/field/cx team on turnover requirements (O&M manuals, as-builts, training, test results, spare parts, warranties).
• Help build and audit turnover packages for completeness and accuracy to support transition to Operations.

Safety & Site Standards (Supporting)

• Support the project safety program by reinforcing expectations, reporting hazards, and promoting safe planning and execution.
• Collaborate with site EH&S as needed to sustain jobsite health, safety, and security controls.

Other

• Be proactive and solutions-driven: “hustle fouls” are encouraged.
• Represent Weeks well with clients, trades, and vendors — be the steady hand and clear communicator.
• Assist with special projects or process improvement initiatives as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong written and verbal communication; clear, timely follow-up.
• Organized and detail-driven: thrives on logs, tracking, and closure.
• Working knowledge of construction drawings, specs, submittals, RFIs, and change documentation.
• Familiarity with mission-critical environments (preferred) and understanding of QA/QC expectations.
• Comfort coordinating with multiple stakeholders under schedule pressure.
• Working knowledge of CPM schedule concepts and milestone tracking (preferred).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with construction platforms (Procore, Autodesk/ACC, Bluebeam, P6, etc.) is a plus.
• Self-starter with a “get it done” mindset; team-first attitude.

Experience & Education (Typical)

• 2–6+ years in construction project engineer / coordinator / assistant PM roles (mission-critical strongly preferred).
• Post-secondary education in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• OSHA 10/30 preferred (or willingness to obtain).

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary, depending on experience and project scope.
• Performance-based bonus potential.
• Fully paid comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision) for you and your family.
• 401(k) Safe Harbor plan.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Opportunity to work on technically complex, high-visibility data center projects.
• High-performance environment focused on growth, leadership development, and building the best teams in the industry.
• If you want, I can also produce a short “recruiter-friendly” version (tight bullets, fewer words) and a candidate scorecard specific to Project Engineer (submittals/RFIs, OFCI, turnover, QA/QC, coordination, urgency, communication).

Job Title : Nuclear Engineer (Naval Reactors Engineer) Category / Component : Officer • Active Overview Design, regulate, and oversee the Navy's nuclear propulsion program, including reactor design, fleet operations, and eventual defueling and decommissioning of nuclear powered ships and submarines from Naval Reactors Headquarters and associated Department of Energy laboratories and shipyards.

Key Responsibilities Provide technical direction in areas such as reactor and fluid systems design, reactor physics, materials development, component design for steam generators, pumps, and valves, instrumentation and control for reactor and propulsion plants, testing and quality control, radiation shielding, and chemistry and radiological controls; review designs and analyses from laboratories, shipyards, and industry partners; coordinate with fleet units to ensure safe and reliable nuclear plant operation.

What to Expect Assume significant technical responsibility early in your career as part of a lean headquarters staff; work primarily in an analytical and oversight role rather than operating plants at sea; balance long term engineering projects with time sensitive fleet and shipyard issues; frequent coordination with senior civilian engineers, naval officers, and technical teams; high expectations for attention to detail, judgment, and written and oral communication.

Work Environment Work mainly at Naval Reactors Headquarters in the Washington, District of Columbia area with regular engagement with Department of Energy laboratories, nuclear training sites, shipyards, and nuclear powered ships and submarines; office based work that includes document reviews, technical meetings, inspections, and site visits rather than day to day shipboard watchstanding.

Pathways, Training & Advancement Officer commissioning through programs such as Officer Candidate School or the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program followed by a structured technical qualification program at Naval Reactors; rotational exposure to laboratories, prototypes, shipyards, and fleet support issues; progressive responsibility leading projects and becoming a subject matter expert, with opportunities for professional military education and advanced graduate study in technical fields.

Entry through the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program for qualified college students and recent graduates, or selection via Officer Candidate School for those who already hold qualifying degrees; all applicants must meet Nuclear Propulsion Program academic and technical screening standards in addition to general officer commissioning requirements.

Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.

Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.

Additional qualifications for this job may include: Completion of a rigorous technical degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or a closely related field that includes strong backgrounds in calculus and physics; outstanding academic record, particularly in technical coursework; United States citizenship and eligibility for a high level security clearance; strong technical aptitude and comfort with detailed analytical work.

Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.

Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.

Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.

Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.

Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.

Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.

Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.

It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.

Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.

Title: Site Director, Data Center Operations

Location: Alexandria, LA

Department: Operations

Reports to: Vice President of Operations

Status: Full-time, exempt

About Applied Digital:

At Applied Digital, we are the epicenter of AI innovation, crafting cutting-edge data center solutions tailored for the demands of high-performance computing. Designed from the ground up to support AI and machine learning workloads, our infrastructure is the backbone of tomorrow’s technological advancements, including AI-driven video and generative platforms.

We are:

• Forward-Thinkers: With a keen eye on current market trends and future innovations, we adapt swiftly and lead technological evolution.
• Resilient: We navigate complex challenges and emerge stronger, delivering robust and reliable solutions for industry pioneers.
• Innovative Designers: Leveraging the latest technologies, we create visionary solutions that redefine industry standards.

At Applied Digital, we are committed to solving intricate problems, advancing business initiatives, maximizing operational efficiency, and reducing our carbon footprint. We are a team of resilient, forward-thinking innovators driving the AI revolution.

Position Overview:

The Director of Site Operations will lead the overall operations of one or more Applied Digital Data Center campuses, ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient performance of all mechanical and electrical systems, building infrastructure, and data module operations. This position oversees a team of Critical Facility Engineers (CFEs) and/or Manager-level personnel in a 24/7 mission-critical environment.

The role requires close collaboration with Reliability Engineering, Design Engineering, Construction, and other internal teams to maintain uptime, optimize facility performance, and deliver superior service to our customers. While this position is not a “Chief Engineer” role, a strong understanding of electrical and mechanical building systems is essential to effectively direct maintenance and operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead site operations and engineering functions to ensure safe, effective, and reliable facility performance.
• Manage and develop teams of CFEs and/or Managers across all shifts within a 24/7 operational environment.
• Achieve and maintain facility availability and capacity targets across assigned campuses.
• Foster a team-oriented environment that promotes accountability, engagement, and professional growth.
• Ensure completion and quality of preventive and corrective maintenance through use of the Critical Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Develop and review maintenance procedures, including MOPs and SOPs, ensuring adherence to Applied Digital standards and mission-critical safety protocols.
• Schedule, coordinate, and oversee vendor maintenance and break/fix activities, ensuring all work follows approved procedures.
• Evaluate and improve system performance through cost-effective operational enhancements.
• Lead incident and event management efforts, including root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Oversee employee training and certification programs for mechanical, electrical, and operational competencies.
• Prepare and manage operational and capital budgets for assigned facilities.
• Ensure proper planning, implementation, and closeout of projects within the Data Center facilities.
• Develop scopes of work, solicit bids, and manage contracted services.
• Uphold world-class customer satisfaction by responding promptly and effectively to operational or service-related issues.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to establish and achieve departmental KPIs and performance metrics.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• 10+ years of experience in Data Center operations, engineering, or maintenance supervision.
• 10+ years of direct management experience with proven leadership and people development skills.
• Strong understanding of electrical and mechanical building systems and their operational dependencies.
• Proficiency with CMMS systems, Microsoft Office Suite, and Building Automation Systems (BAS).
• Demonstrated ability to deliver exceptional customer service in a mission-critical environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred:

• Experience managing large-scale Data Center campuses or multi-site operations.
• Background in mission-critical maintenance programs or hyperscale environments.
• Knowledge of EPA, OSHA, and other applicable regulatory compliance standards.
• Experience developing or improving MOPs/SOPs in a mission-critical context.
• Familiarity with operational excellence frameworks and continuous improvement methodologies.

Physical Requirements:

Able to remain in a seated position for an extended period and to lift and carry up to 15 lbs. (office manuals, case notebooks, case files, case materials, standard boxes, report binders, etc.) as needed.

Please note that Applied Digital is currently unable to sponsor new applicants for employment authorization or provide immigration-related support for this position. This includes, but is not limited to, visa categories such as H-1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, E-2, E-3, L-1, O-1, and any Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) or other work authorizations that require employer sponsorship.

Working Conditions Based on Location:

Office Environment: Business office hours, with work hours necessary to satisfactorily perform job functions. Some overtime may be required to accomplish timely work demands and meet the company’s professional commitments. Overtime hours worked are paid to nonexempt employees at one and a half times their hourly pay rate.

Site Location: We are a 24-hour facility. Work hours (shifts) are assigned as necessary to satisfactorily perform job functions, ensure compliance, and support efficient company operations. Some positions require work at irregular hours (nights/weekends), overtime, alternating shifts, and working in challenging conditions (heat/cold, hazardous environments, loud worksites). Overtime hours worked are paid to nonexempt employees at one and a half times their hourly pay rate.

Note:

The company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the company may deem appropriate.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents acknowledge that they possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.

The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, drug free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.

*At Securian Financial the internal position title is Infrastructure Dir."

Mission

"To lead the engineering discipline that ensures Securian's technology platforms and cloud services are built and operated with uncompromising resilience, performance, and quality. This role drives the design and automation of fault-tolerant, high-availability architectures across AWS, Azure, and GCP-ensuring the enterprise meets resiliency, scalability, and efficiency expectations at every layer of technology."

Positioning

The Director of Resilience Engineering and Quality Leader is both a strategic peer and technical counterpart to the Infrastructure & Reliability Engineering Leader.

This role provides bench depth and succession coverage for REO's most technically complex domains while driving innovation in reliability, resilience, and performance practices.

• Strategic influence: Shapes cloud reliability, quality engineering, and resilience strategy across REO and Architecture domains.

• Operational authority: Leads Sr. Managers and Managers who own the execution of quality, resilience, and performance engineering capabilities.

• Enterprise collaboration: Works hand-in-hand with Technology, Solution, Business, Data, and Enterprise Architects to embed reliability and resilience as core architecture principles.

Scope of Accountability

Resilience Engineering & Cloud Reliability

• Architect and validate fault-tolerant, regionally resilient architectures across AWS, Azure, and GCP.

• Own resilience automation, chaos testing, and IaC-based recovery validation.

• Lead cross-cloud reliability design reviews and failure-mode analyses for critical systems.

Quality Engineering & Continuous Testing

• Define enterprise-wide quality engineering strategy integrated into CI/CD pipelines.

• Drive automation-first testing (functional, non-functional, performance, resilience).

• Embed observability-driven quality validation and contract testing across services.

Performance, Capacity & Efficiency Engineering

• Oversee predictive capacity planning, scaling automation, and cost/efficiency optimization (FinOps/GreenOps).

• Partner with Platform & Infrastructure teams to tune performance across application and platform layers.

• Measure and report on performance SLIs/SLAs aligned to REO's Reliability Metrics framework.

Cross-Domain Architecture Collaboration

• Partner with Enterprise Architects to codify resilience and reliability standards in technology blueprints.

• Collaborate with Technology & Solution Architects to design service reliability into delivery architectures.

• Engage Data Architects for data resilience, replication, and pipeline reliability.

• Work with Business Architects to align technical reliability goals with critical business outcomes.

Leadership & Talent Development

• Lead a team of Sr. Managers and Managers, fostering a high-performance, hands-on engineering culture.

• Build and mentor top-tier technical talent in cloud reliability, resilience, and quality automation.

• Partner with HR and REO Enablement to develop succession plans and technical competency frameworks.

Core Technical Competencies

• AWS (primary) - Multi-account design, HA architecture, region failover, resilience automation, Terraform/CDK/CloudFormation.

• Azure & GCP (secondary) - Compute, networking, and reliability constructs; hybrid cloud design and failover integration.

• Infrastructure as Code (IaC) - Deep proficiency in Terraform, policy-as-code (OPA/Conftest), drift detection, pipeline integration.

• Reliability & Chaos Engineering - AWS Fault Injection Simulator, Gremlin, steady-state hypothesis design.

• Observability & Quality Automation - OpenTelemetry, Prometheus, CloudWatch, K6, Gatling; CI/CD quality gates and dashboards.

• Performance Engineering - Load, stress, and soak testing automation; performance profiling and SLO alignment.

• Disaster Recovery Automation - Cross-region orchestration, IaC-driven DR runs, replication validation.

• FinOps/GreenOps - Cloud cost and efficiency automation, carbon-aware scaling policies.

Leadership Competencies

• Strategic Technical Leadership: Operates at the intersection of deep engineering and executive strategy.

• Multi-Domain Collaborator: Integrates reliability and resilience across architecture, operations, and business domains.

• Talent Multiplier: Develops and empowers senior managers, fostering engineering mastery and innovation.

• Credible Technical Authority: Trusted peer to Infrastructure & Reliability Engineering; capable of leading architecture reviews and executive briefings.

• Change Champion: Drives transformation of reliability practices across platforms, pipelines, and teams.

Qualifications & Experience

• 12+ years in cloud engineering, reliability, or platform leadership roles.

• 5+ years leading Sr. Managers/Managers in technical domains.

• Proven expertise across AWS, with working knowledge of Azure and GCP.

• Experience with multi-cloud governance, DR design, IaC at scale, and reliability automation.

• Strong understanding of observability, SRE principles, and REO/ITIL-aligned reliability frameworks.

• Certifications:

  • Required: AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional

  • Preferred: AWS DevOps Engineer, Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Google Professional Cloud Architect

Success Metrics

• 99.9% availability maintained for Tier-1 workloads.

• 100% coverage of DR automation for Tier-1 services.

• 25% annual increase in automated quality/test coverage.

• 15% annual improvement in resource efficiency and cost performance.

• Documented resilience participation across all enterprise architecture blueprints.

• Positive "technical peer readiness" and succession rating from Head of REO.

Summary Value Proposition

This Director role blends deep AWS reliability engineering expertise, multi-cloud technical breadth, and leadership scale.

It ensures REO maintains both technical depth and leadership redundancy, and it strengthens the bridge between engineering execution and enterprise architecture alignment.

#LI-hybrid **This position will be in a hybrid working arrangement.**

Securian Financial believes in hybrid work as an integral part of our culture. Associates get the benefit of working both virtually and in our offices. If you're in a commutable distance (90 minutes), you'll join us 3 days each week in our offices to collaborate and build relationships. Our policy allows flexibility for the reality of business and personal schedules.

The estimated base pay range for this job is:

Pay may vary depending on job-related factors and individual experience, skills, knowledge, etc. More information on base pay and incentive pay (if applicable) can be discussed with a member of the Securian Financial Talent Acquisition team.

Be you. With us. At Securian Financial, we understand that attracting top talent means offering more than just a job - it means providing a rewarding and fulfilling career. As a valued member of our high-performing team, we want you to connect with your work, your relationships and your community. Enjoy our comprehensive range of benefits designed to enhance your professional growth, well-being and work-life balance, including the advantages listed here:

Paid time off:

• We want you to take time off for what matters most to you. Our PTO program provides flexibility for associates to take meaningful time away from work to relax, recharge and spend time doing what's important to them. And Securian Financial rewards associates for their service by providing additional PTO the longer you stay at Securian.

• Leave programs: Securian's flexible leave programs allow time off from work for parental leave, caregiver leave for family members, bereavement and military leave.

• Holidays: Securian provides nine company paid holidays.

Company-funded pension plan and a 401(k) retirement plan: Share in the success of our company. Securian's 401(k) company contribution is tied to our performance up to 10 percent of eligible earnings, with a target of 5 percent. The amount is based on company results compared to goals related to earnings, sales and service.

Health insurance: From the first day of employment, associates and their eligible family members - including spouses, domestic partners and children - are eligible for medical, dental and vision coverage.

Volunteer time: We know the importance of community. Through company-sponsored events, volunteer paid time off, a dollar-for-dollar matching gift program and more, we encourage you to support organizations important to you.

Associate Resource Groups: Build connections, be yourself and develop meaningful relationships at work through associate-led ARGs. Dedicated groups focus on a variety of interests and affinities, including:

• Mental Wellness and Disability

• Pride at Securian Financial

• Securian Young Professionals Network

• Securian Multicultural Network

• Securian Women and Allies Network

• Servicemember Associate Resource Group

For more information regarding Securian's benefits, please review our Benefits page.

This information is not intended to explain all the provisions of coverage available under these plans. In all cases, the plan document dictates coverage and provisions.

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*At Securian Financial the internal position title isEngineering Senior Analyst or Engineering Consultant. The title and salary will be determined based on experience and applied skills.*

Position Summary:

Are you a hands-on engineer who enjoys designing, building, and supporting modern communication platforms? Do you like solving complex problems and working with teams that move quickly from idea to delivery? This role offers the opportunity to make an immediate impact.

As a member of the Telephony and Contact Center Technologies team, you will design, engineer, implement, and support Securian's enterprise telephony and contact center platforms. This role is focused on delivering secure, scalable, cloud-first communication solutions using RingCentral, NiCE CXone, and Cyara.

You will work closely with Contact Center Operations, Agile delivery teams, and technology partners to continuously improve customer and associate experiences across the enterprise.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Design, engineer, implement, and support enterprise UCaaS and CCaaS platforms

• Provide daily operational support for cloud-based telephony, unified communications, SIP services, and IVR solutions

Qualifications:

• Hands-on experience engineering and supporting cloud-based telephony or contact center platforms

• Strong understanding of VoIP technologies, SIP, and call routing concepts

• RingCentral and RingCentral Contact Center engineering

• NiCE inContact / CXone administration and development

• Cyara or similar modern telephony orchestration platforms

• Experience designing and supporting UCaaS and CCaaS (including IVRs and contact center workflows) solutions in large enterprise environments

• Solid knowledge of networking concepts related to real-time communications

Preferred Qualifications:

• Supporting remote contact center agents

• REST API integrations and automation

• Scripting using PowerShell or Python

• Workforce management, call recording, or speech technologies

• PSTN carrier and phone number lifecycle management

This role plays a critical part in modernizing Securian's communication platforms and ensuring reliable, scalable experiences for customers and associates. You will have the opportunity to influence technical direction and deliver compelling solutions that matter.

#LI-Hybrid**This position willhave a hybrid working arrangement.**

Securian Financial believes in hybrid work as an integral part of our culture. Associates get the benefit of working both virtually and in our offices. Ifyou'reina commutable distance (90 minutes)you'lljoin us 3 days each week in our offices to collaborate and build relationships. Our policy allows flexibility for the reality of business and personal schedules.

The estimated base pay range for this job is:

Pay may vary depending on job-related factors and individual experience, skills, knowledge, etc. More information on base pay and incentive pay (if applicable) can be discussed with a member of the Securian Financial Talent Acquisition team.

Be you. With us. At Securian Financial, we understand that attracting top talent means offering more than just a job - it means providing a rewarding and fulfilling career. As a valued member of our high-performing team, we want you to connect with your work, your relationships and your community. Enjoy our comprehensive range of benefits designed to enhance your professional growth, well-being and work-life balance, including the advantages listed here:

Paid time off:

• We want you to take time off for what matters most to you. Our PTO program provides flexibility for associates to take meaningful time away from work to relax, recharge and spend time doing what's important to them. And Securian Financial rewards associates for their service by providing additional PTO the longer you stay at Securian.

• Leave programs: Securian's flexible leave programs allow time off from work for parental leave, caregiver leave for family members, bereavement and military leave.

• Holidays: Securian provides nine company paid holidays.

Company-funded pension plan and a 401(k) retirement plan: Share in the success of our company. Securian's 401(k) company contribution is tied to our performance up to 10 percent of eligible earnings, with a target of 5 percent. The amount is based on company results compared to goals related to earnings, sales and service.

Health insurance: From the first day of employment, associates and their eligible family members - including spouses, domestic partners and children - are eligible for medical, dental and vision coverage.

Volunteer time: We know the importance of community. Through company-sponsored events, volunteer paid time off, a dollar-for-dollar matching gift program and more, we encourage you to support organizations important to you.

Associate Resource Groups: Build connections, be yourself and develop meaningful relationships at work through associate-led ARGs. Dedicated groups focus on a variety of interests and affinities, including:

• Mental Wellness and Disability

• Pride at Securian Financial

• Securian Young Professionals Network

• Securian Multicultural Network

• Securian Women and Allies Network

• Servicemember Associate Resource Group

For more information regarding Securian's benefits, please review our Benefits page.

This information is not intended to explain all the provisions of coverage available under these plans. In all cases, the plan document dictates coverage and provisions.

Securian Financial Group, Inc. does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital or familial status, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, political affiliation, veteran status, status in regard to public assistance or any other protected status. If you are a job seeker with a disability and require an accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, please contact us by email at , by telephone (voice), or 711 (Relay/TTY).

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*Securian Financial the internal position title is Engineering Sr Analyst or Engineering Consultant. Title and salary will be determined based on applied skills.*

Position Summary:

Join theEnterprise Partner Solutions (EPS)team as aLicensing and Compensation Engineer, where you'll drive innovation in partner experience using cutting-edge SAP technologies. This team envisions a future where every financial producer is empowered from day one through intuitive, reliable, and scalable technology. Our engineering team is committed to transforming the producer experience by delivering back-end systems that simplify onboarding, ensure compliance in licensing, and guarantee timely and accurate compensation. We strive to be the trusted backbone of producer operations, enabling our company to grow with confidence and integrity. If you're passionate about engineering solutions that make a measurable impact, this is your opportunity to shape the future of partner engagement at scale.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Support and maintain SAP technologies related to partner compensation and licensing, including APM (ICM), ALM, OK2, and Advanced Workflow.

• Perform analysis, design, development, and integration on medium to high level complexity assignments.

• Develop and support automation capabilities through webservices and APIs.

• Troubleshoot and resolve incidents across the licensing and compensation platform, including integrations with internal and external systems.

• Collaborate with product analysts, quality engineers, and business stakeholders to deliver enhancements and ensure platform stability.

• Analyze job failures, support tickets, and backlog stories to identify trends and drive continuous improvement.

• Participate in Agile ceremonies and contribute to sprint planning, story refinement, and retrospectives.

• Document technical processes and contribute to knowledge sharing across the EPS team.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field, or equivalent experience.

• 3+ years of experience supporting SAP technologies, preferably in compensation or licensing domains.

• Familiarity with SAP ICM/APM and ALM modules.

• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.

• Excellent communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally.

• Experience with Agile methodologies and DevOps practices is a plus.

Preferred Qualifications:

• SAP Certification in relevant Modules

• Development Languages: Java, Groovy, SQL, Git, IntelliJ, webservices

• Understanding of compensation payment structures for agents and familiarity with licensing and regulatory compliance frameworks governing producer eligibility to sell products.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.

• Commitment to continuous learning and process improvement.

#LI-hybrid **This position will be in a hybrid working arrangement.**

Securian Financial believes in hybrid work as an integral part of our culture. Associates get the benefit of working both virtually and in our offices. If you're in a commutable distance (90 minutes) you'll join us 3 days each week in our offices to collaborate and build relationships. Our policy allows flexibility for the reality of business and personal schedules.

The estimated base pay range for this job is:

Pay may vary depending on job-related factors and individual experience, skills, knowledge, etc. More information on base pay and incentive pay (if applicable) can be discussed with a member of the Securian Financial Talent Acquisition team.

Be you. With us. At Securian Financial, we understand that attracting top talent means offering more than just a job - it means providing a rewarding and fulfilling career. As a valued member of our high-performing team, we want you to connect with your work, your relationships and your community. Enjoy our comprehensive range of benefits designed to enhance your professional growth, well-being and work-life balance, including the advantages listed here:

Paid time off:

• We want you to take time off for what matters most to you. Our PTO program provides flexibility for associates to take meaningful time away from work to relax, recharge and spend time doing what's important to them. And Securian Financial rewards associates for their service by providing additional PTO the longer you stay at Securian.

• Leave programs: Securian's flexible leave programs allow time off from work for parental leave, caregiver leave for family members, bereavement and military leave.

• Holidays: Securian provides nine company paid holidays.

Company-funded pension plan and a 401(k) retirement plan: Share in the success of our company. Securian's 401(k) company contribution is tied to our performance up to 10 percent of eligible earnings, with a target of 5 percent. The amount is based on company results compared to goals related to earnings, sales and service.

Health insurance: From the first day of employment, associates and their eligible family members - including spouses, domestic partners and children - are eligible for medical, dental and vision coverage.

Volunteer time: We know the importance of community. Through company-sponsored events, volunteer paid time off, a dollar-for-dollar matching gift program and more, we encourage you to support organizations important to you.

Associate Resource Groups: Build connections, be yourself and develop meaningful relationships at work through associate-led ARGs. Dedicated groups focus on a variety of interests and affinities, including:

• Mental Wellness and Disability

• Pride at Securian Financial

• Securian Young Professionals Network

• Securian Multicultural Network

• Securian Women and Allies Network

• Servicemember Associate Resource Group

For more information regarding Securian's benefits, please review our Benefits page.

This information is not intended to explain all the provisions of coverage available under these plans. In all cases, the plan document dictates coverage and provisions.

Securian Financial Group, Inc. does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital or familial status, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, political affiliation, veteran status, status in regard to public assistance or any other protected status. If you are a job seeker with a disability and require an accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, please contact us by email at , by telephone (voice), or 711 (Relay/TTY).

To view our privacy statement click here

To view our legal statement click here

Applied AI Engineer

Compensation:

• Up to $150,000 base salary (direct hire w2 only, no c2c, no 1099), (flexibility on base salary for exceptional experience)

Location:

• Hybrid / Onsite - Greater Kansas City Metro Area
• 3 days per week onsite, 2 days remote
• Candidates must currently reside in the KC metro area or be willing to relocate within a reasonable timeframe
• Fully remote candidates cannot be considered

Work Authorization:

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
• No current or future visa sponsorship available

Engagement Type:

• Full time, direct hire only
• No third-party agencies, consulting firms, C2C, or 1099 arrangements

About the Opportunity

Vaco Highspring is conducting a confidential search on behalf of a global enterprise organization with a strong technology footprint, including a proprietary SaaS platform and a technology?enabled services business.

The organization is making a focused investment in artificial intelligence to improve internal efficiency, modernize workflows, and embed intelligent capabilities into its software platform. This role offers meaningful ownership and visibility, with a mandate to build and deploy AI systems that have real, production level impact.

The Role

As an Applied AI Engineer, you will play a key role in integrating AI across internal systems and a customer facing SaaS platform. You will work hands on with large language models (LLMs) and modern AI tooling to automate processes, build internal tools, and deliver intelligent product features.

This is a production focused role operating at the intersection of engineering, product, and business operations, with close collaboration across teams in a hybrid/onsite environment. (3-days per week onsite in Greater Kansas City Metro Area, 2-days remote work.)

Key Responsibilities

• Design and build scalable AI powered services and tools to streamline internal workflows across multiple teams (e.g., operations, content, sales, support).
• Develop and deliver intelligent features within a proprietary SaaS platform.
• Integrate, manage, and optimize multiple LLMs and AI APIs (e.g., OpenAI style, Anthropic style, or comparable providers).
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to other engineers, including guidance on architecture, best practices, and performance.
• Build and maintain backend systems and APIs that support AI functionality across products and services.
• Design infrastructure for model serving, orchestration, monitoring, and lifecycle management.
• Implement fallback strategies, model routing, and cost performance optimization.
• Partner cross functionally with engineering, product, and business stakeholders to identify high impact AI opportunities.
• Apply best practices related to data privacy, security, compliance, and responsible AI use.
• Stay current with advancements in AI, LLMs, and MLOps, introducing new approaches where appropriate.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of engineering experience with multiple years of experience in a production environment deploying AI/ML applications or infrastructure.
• Proven experience applying LLMs or similar AI models to real business or product challenges.
• Strong backend engineering skills (Python and/or TypeScript preferred).
• Experience with AI/ML orchestration and deployment tools (e.g., LangGraph style frameworks, Airflow like systems, Kubeflow, Ray, or workflow automation tools).
• Hands on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Front end development experience in areas like React, Node.js, Web Development, front end web product design
• Solid understanding of MLOps practices, including deployment, monitoring, logging, and evaluation.
• Knowledge of data privacy, security, and ethical AI considerations.
• Experience supporting SaaS platforms or technology driven products is a plus.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate across technical and non-technical teams.
• Passion for applying AI in practical, high impact ways.

Why This Role

• High visibility and ownership of AI initiatives
• Opportunity to build AI systems that directly impact business outcomes
• Emphasis on production grade systems, not experimentation alone
• Collaborative, hybrid environment with close access to stakeholders

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual's skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's 401(k) retirement plan. Additional disclaimer: Unless otherwise noted in the job description, the position Vaco/Highspring is filing for is occupied. Please note, however, that Vaco/Highspring is regularly asked to provide talent to other organizations. By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. Submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied. Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase within Vaco/Highspring will be otherwise assessed by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco/Highspring does not have knowledge of the tools used by its clients in making final hiring decisions and cannot opine on their use of AI products.