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Location: Sardis, Mississippi

Job Title: Plant Manager

FLSA Status: Salary, Exempt

Compensation: $100,000 – $125,000

Position Summary

The Plant Manager, Sardis is responsible for leading a multi-line manufacturing facility that houses a R&D facility along with prototyping laboratories.

This role is accountable for ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant operations while leveraging ERP (NetSuite) as the system of record for production planning, labor scheduling, inventory management, compliance, and reporting. The Plant Manager must effectively balance commercial production demands with development and pilot-scale runs in close partnership with R&D, while fostering a culture of professionalism, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Use ERP (NetSuite) as the system of record for all site activities including scheduling, production tracking, inventory management, order fulfillment, and compliance
• Drive ERP data accuracy and utilization to support decision-making, standardized operator workflows, and site-wide performance monitoring
• Oversee daily operations across spray drying, granulation, fulvic, liquid, and specialty production lines
• Optimize scheduling, throughput, and critical-path workflows to minimize downtime and maximize efficiency
• Ensure consistent raw material flow, warehouse accuracy, and on-time customer shipments
• Enforce site-wide adherence to EHS, regulatory, and internal quality standards
• Partner with Quality to integrate routine product testing into daily operational checks
• Ensure compliance with customer requirements and audit standards in a high-visibility, customer-facing environment
• Provide operational oversight for R&D assets and pilot equipment located at the Sardis facility
• Support scale-up trials, development runs, and process optimization initiatives without compromising commercial production performance
• Facilitate smooth and repeatable transitions from pilot-scale to full-scale manufacturing
• Lead, coach, and develop supervisors, leads, and operators across multiple shifts
• Design and implement structured operator training programs with emphasis on safety, ERP usage, and technical competency
• Partner with HR to recruit, retain, and promote local talent
• Build and manage shift schedules balancing production requirements, maintenance needs, and R&D flexibility
• Utilize ERP-driven labor planning to optimize resource allocation and reduce inefficiencies
• Ensure adequate cross-training to improve coverage, agility, and operational responsiveness
• Represent Sardis operations during customer visits, audits, and product demonstrations
• Maintain a high level of site professionalism as the company’s flagship customer-facing facility
• Collaborate closely with R&D, Commercial, Engineering, and Procurement teams to meet internal and external objectives
• Own plant-level budgets, KPIs, and operational metrics
• Track and drive improvements in cost per unit, yield, labor utilization, and equipment uptime
• Lead capital project execution and continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency and scalability

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Industrial Operations, or a related field.
• 10+ years of plant operations or production leadership experience with multi-line, multi-shift oversight.
• Proven success leading customer-facing manufacturing operations.
• Experience supporting R&D activities, pilot-to-scale transitions, and product optimization initiatives.
• Demonstrated strength in people leadership and operator training development.
• Expertise in ERP-driven operations management, Lean manufacturing principles, and continuous improvement.
• Ability to balance production discipline with R&D flexibility.
• High proficiency with ERP systems (NetSuite preferred), Microsoft Office Suite, and data-driven reporting tools.
• Strong communicator with the ability to influence across technical, commercial, and R&D teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• At least one year of hands-on experience using NetSuite in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven people leadership experience managing teams of 10–25 employees.
• Background in spray drying and packaging operations.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies.
• Demonstrated success building high-performing, customer-facing production teams.
• Experience managing operations in a headquarters or flagship facility environment.
• Familiarity with international shipping documentation, including Bills of Lading, Certificates of Origin, and phytosanitary requirements.

Benefits

• 401(k) contribution match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance

About the Role: The Production Manager is responsible for the direct supervision and leadership of the shop floor This is a hands-on role focused on managing the day-to-day activities of the production floor – overseeing welders, fabricators, assembly and painting personnel.

Responsibilities:

Operations & Manufacturing

• Oversee all daily plant operations of heavy manufacturing plant; welding, fabrication, assembly paint, maintenance, etc..
• Manage production schedules to meet customer delivery commitments while optimizing labor and equipment utilization.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using lean manufacturing principles to reduce waste, improve cycle time, and increase throughput.

Safety & Compliance

• Serve as the primary driver of safety culture transformation on the shop floor – model safe behaviors daily and hold all personnel accountable to a zero-compromise safety standard.
• Assess the current state of the safety program and develop a structured improvement plan with measurable goals, timelines, and ownership to address gaps in culture, behavior, and compliance.
• Build trust with the workforce by engaging employees directly in safety conversations, soliciting input on hazards and near-misses, and ensuring concerns are acted upon visibly and promptly.
• Implement and sustain proactive safety practices including daily pre-shift safety briefings, job hazard analyses (JHAs), behavior-based safety observations, and structured toolbox talks.
• Establish clear leading indicator metrics (near-miss reporting, hazard identification, safety observation rates) alongside lagging metrics (TRIR, DART) to track program progress and drive accountability.
• Lead thorough root cause analyses for all incidents and near-misses; develop corrective action plans and track to closure, sharing learnings across the shop floor.
• Partner with the Safety department to develop and deliver role-specific safety training programs that build competency and reinforce cultural expectations.

People & Team Leadership

• Recruit, hire, train, and develop a team of welders, fabricators, machinists, and support staff.
• Conduct regular performance reviews; provide coaching and disciplinary action as needed.
• Foster a collaborative and respectful work environment that promotes accountability and employee engagement.
• Coordinate with HR on workforce planning, compensation benchmarking, and labor relations.

Financial & Business Management

• Manage the plant operating budget; monitor costs, control variances, and identify savings opportunities.
• Prepare and present regular KPI reports (on-time delivery, scrap rate, safety metrics) to senior leadership.
• Evaluate capital equipment needs and develop business cases for plant investment.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 10 years of progressive manufacturing/fabrication experience, with at least 5 years in a plant or operations management role.
• OSHA 30-Hour General Industry or Construction certification (required within 90 days of hire).
• AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) or demonstrated oversight experience with certified welding programs.
• Proven ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, weld procedures (WPS/PQR), and material test reports (MTRs).
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills with experience managing teams of 25+ employees.
• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and standard MS Office applications.

Required Skills:

• Experience in heavy equipment manufacturing.
• Six Sigma Green Belt or Lean Manufacturing certification.
• Prior experience managing a multi-shift fabrication operation.

Pay range and compensation package

Competitive compensation package commensurate with experience, including:

• Competitive base salary
• Performance-based bonus
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Professional development and certification support

Equal Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Job Title: Fabrication Quality Control (QC) Manager

Location: Long Beach, MS (Open to Relocation)

Employment Type: Direct Hire

Work Environment: 100% Onsite

Travel: 0–5% local travel to fabrication shop, office, or job sites as needed

Compensation

• Salary: $102,000 – $136,000 annually (based on experience)
• Bonus: Discretionary annual bonus

Position Summary

Wheeler Staffing Partners is seeking an experienced Fabrication Quality Control (QC) Manager to oversee and manage quality control and assurance processes for fabrication operations supporting industrial and process piping projects. This role provides technical leadership to ensure fabricated products meet industry standards, regulatory requirements, project specifications, and client expectations.

The QC Manager will work closely with estimating, engineering, and fabrication teams to ensure consistent quality, compliance with applicable codes, and continuous improvement in fabrication processes. The ideal candidate has experience within pipe fabrication, process piping, or mechanical subcontractor environments, along with strong knowledge of engineering drawings, fabrication methods, and estimating standards.

Key Responsibilities

Quality Control Leadership

• Develop, implement, and maintain quality control standards and procedures aligned with industry codes, project specifications, and client requirements
• Oversee daily inspection of machinery, equipment, fabrication processes, and working conditions to ensure compliance with quality and regulatory standards
• Prepare daily inspection reports and provide recommendations for corrective actions when quality issues are identified
• Establish and maintain quality assurance policies, procedures, and quality manuals supporting ISO 9001:2015 and ASME certification standards

Fabrication Quality Oversight

• Perform and document in-process inspections and verification for piping, plumbing, and sheet metal fabrication
• Ensure fabricated products meet project design specifications, applicable codes, and client requirements
• Inspect fabrication documentation and maintain records required for quality compliance and project documentation
• Prepare project turnover documentation and quality packages for completed work

Welding & NDE Management

• Test and certify welders and welding procedures according to applicable codes
• Maintain welder continuity logs in compliance with industry standards
• Coordinate and schedule contract Non-Destructive Examination (NDE) testing as required

Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure all quality control activities comply with industry regulations, codes, and project standards
• Monitor regulatory changes affecting fabrication and piping standards and communicate updates to internal teams

Data Analysis & Continuous Improvement

• Analyze quality metrics, trends, and performance data to identify opportunities for process improvement and defect reduction
• Conduct root cause analysis and support corrective and preventative actions
• Lead or support cross-functional quality improvement initiatives that enhance operational efficiency and product quality

Estimating & Bid Support

• Review Requests for Quotation (RFQs) and assist estimating teams with quality requirements and bid specifications
• Support cost estimating efforts related to fabrication processes and project requirements
• Utilize established KPI metrics to determine performance factors and labor hour calculations during estimate development

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with estimating, engineering, project planning, and fabrication teams to resolve quality concerns and implement corrective actions
• Support development of fabrication strategies for new projects or process improvements

Training & Team Development

• Provide training, coaching, and mentorship to quality control personnel and fabrication staff on quality standards and best practices
• Promote a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement throughout fabrication operations

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of quality control experience within pipe fabrication, industrial/process piping, or mechanical subcontractor environments
• Experience working in a fabrication shop environment
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and fabrication documentation
• Experience with cost estimating related to fabrication and piping work
• Knowledge of pipe fabrication methods, materials, and project specifications
• Familiarity with process piping unit rates and estimating references such as ’73 Price Book or Page & Nations
• Strong analytical, documentation, and quality inspection skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced fabrication environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with modular estimating
• Experience utilizing KPI metrics for labor hour build-up and performance factors
• Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification preferred
• ASNT Level II certification in ASME B31 piping preferred
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite

Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership and quality management capabilities
• Advanced knowledge of fabrication quality standards and inspection procedures
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and documentation abilities
• Ability to collaborate across engineering, fabrication, and project teams
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality standards

Work Environment

This position operates primarily within a fabrication shop and office environment and may include exposure to industrial work settings, including equipment, welding operations, and fabrication processes.

Why Work with Wheeler Staffing Partners

Wheeler Staffing Partners connects skilled professionals with leading organizations across the United States. Our team is dedicated to helping candidates find opportunities that align with their expertise, career goals, and long-term professional growth while providing personalized support throughout the hiring process.

Electrical Industrial Automation Engineer

Howard Industries is the nation’s leading manufacturer of distribution transformers, with over 10 million overhead, single-phase and three-phase pad mounted, and network transformers in service throughout the United States and abroad. As Mississippi's largest privately held employer headquartered within the state, the company employs over 4,000 team members, generates over $1 billion in revenue, and consists of 4 main corporate divisions: Howard Power Solutions, Howard Lighting, Howard Transportation, and Howard Technology Solutions.

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly skilled Electrical Industrial Automation Engineer to design, develop, and integrate electrical equipment and systems for a wide range of industrial and engineering applications. This role involves working with power systems, instrumentation, computer-based control systems, and high-power/high-voltage testing systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electrical engineering, automation, and system integration to optimize industrial processes and ensure high performance, reliability, and safety.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and implement electrical and automation systems for industrial applications.
• Integrate power systems, instrumentation, and computer-based control systems to optimize performance and efficiency.
• Develop and modify electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and control panel layouts.
• Configure and program PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers), industrial PCs, I/O systems, and other industrial control devices.
• Conduct high-power/high-voltage testing and troubleshooting of electrical systems.
• Perform system analysis, testing, and validation to ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including mechanical engineers, software engineers, and project managers, to ensure seamless integration of automation solutions.
• Support commissioning, startup, and maintenance of electrical automation systems in manufacturing facilities.
• Stay updated on emerging technologies and industry best practices to enhance system performance and reliability.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from a four-year accredited program.
• 3+ years of experience in industrial automation, electrical system design, or a related field (preferred).
• Proficiency in designing and programming industrial control systems incorporating PLCs, HMIs, PCs, and industrial communication protocols.
• Experience with power distribution, motor control, and variable frequency drives (VFDs).
• Familiarity with high-power/high-voltage testing and electrical safety standards.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex electrical issues.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work independently or collaboratively.
• Willingness to travel to manufacturing facilities as needed for system installation, commissioning, and support.

Preferred Skills (Optional):

• Experience with robotics and motion control systems.
• Knowledge of industrial networking and communication protocols (Ethernet/IP, Modbus, PROFIBUS, etc.).
• Familiarity with industry standards such as IEEE, NEC, NFPA 70E, and IEC.

If you are a motivated Electrical Industrial Automation Engineer looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity, we encourage you to apply and be part of our innovative team!

Hermanson Company is a standout Mechanical company that has been doing business in the Puget Sound area since 1979. Over the last four decades we have grown from a family owned sheet metal contractor to a partner led full service mechanical construction, design and maintenance provider playing a significant role in the U.S. national construction industry.

By design, Hermanson is a special place to work. Our belief is that people do business with people they like. In keeping with that belief, we strive to hire and retain highly motivated people who are professional, ethically unwavering, and unrelenting in delivering quality results. We are focused on providing a workplace where high performance individuals come together to build dedicated teams driven to accomplish great things for our customers.

People love working at Hermanson, because we all share the same Core Values:

• Clients First – Caring, win-win, value, quality and service attitude
• Family Matters - Safety, wellness, stability, enjoyment and balance
• Character Matters – Integrity, accountability, passionate, and caring
• Team - Trust, honesty, respect, reliable and inclusive
• Appreciate – Each other, our successes, and enjoy the journey
• Learn, Grow, Innovate – Challenge the status quo and always compete

The Role

The Assistant Project Manager (APM) owns and facilitates tasks as outlined by the Project Manager or Project Executive, within the projects assigned.

Assistant Project Managers provide support and communication for successful project completion. APM’s provide a focus on the day-to-day details of these projects, including relaying correspondence between field and office (both internally and externally), ordering equipment, and managing project documentation. These duties help the Project Manager/Project Executive ensure that the schedule and project goals for the job are met. It is critical that they perform this work within the policies, ethical standards and objectives of Hermanson Company.

The Assistant Project Manager’s duties and responsibilities may be specialized toward HVAC and Plumbing Plan Spec type projects, Design/Build type projects or a combination of both depending on the experience and qualifications of the individual.

• Work with the department leader on business/personal development plan
• Develop submittal packages and check for accuracy compared to drawings and building standards.
• Draft equipment POs and check for accuracy compared to drawings, submittals, quotes, and building standards.
• Update equipment procurement logs.
• Track delivery of equipment orders.
• Understand construction schedules and how they were developed.
• Assess drawing updates and determine if there are scope impacts.
• Coordinate with the field, client, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Understand the basics of estimating.
• Quantity/Material takeoffs of engineered drawings.
• Conceptual estimating from architectural drawings or no drawings at all.
• Calculates and draft change orders as required within
• Understand and execute all Hermanson’s processes and procedures.
• Work closely with Project Managers and Account Executives.
• Understand how to complete and present monthly financial reports (Stats).
• Meet and develop relationships with clients and coworkers (field and office).
• Maintain and develop a working knowledge of the local construction marketplace.
• Maintain and develop technical knowledge of mechanical system operations.
• Update project budgets and change order logs.
• Establish and assures that a document control system is in place and updated on a regular basis throughout all projects.
• Assist the Project Manager and Account Executive in keeping all projects billed and assist in the collection of your invoices before they become 60 days past due.

The salary range for this position is $70,000 to $110,000. (The compensation offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills and experience).

Qualifications

• Technical skills in programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Bluebeam Revu, etc.
• Familiarity with estimating, project management, engineering functions and practices
• Possess strong written and communication skills
• Ability to positively influence and persuade others
• Time management skills
• Disciplined, strategic thinker who quickly develops a holistic view of Hermanson’s business, building and nurturing key relationships focusing on desired outcomes, creating competitive advantage for the whole company
• Trust & Relationship Development: Being attentive to goals and desires of the customer; having the character, competence, trustworthiness & sincerity upon which decision makers depend and willingly want to build relationships.
• Possesses confidence to make recommendations and innovative solutions to help the PM/AE achieve the customers’ goals and needs.
• Adept at handling objections, welcoming customer concerns to better understand what is on the customer’s mind.
• Professional appearance, conduct, grooming and business dress code that communicates professionalism, level of sophistication, intelligence and credibility. Dresses to fit the business audience, this means a dress code one notch of formality above your audience

Education

Has earned a bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Engineering capacity (we will consider a combination of direct Trade experience and education that would indicate proficiency in performing Assistant Project Manager duties)

“A-Player” Qualifications:

• Embodies the Hermanson Company Purpose, Core Values, and the Five Behaviors of Highly Effective Teams. Has a can-do attitude and thrives in a team environment.
• Displays passion and drive every day.
• Must possess a high level of interpersonal relationship skills.
• Ability to build confidence and respect from others through partnering skills, furthering the purpose of the Finance team.
• Professional appearance and conduct code that communicates professionalism, level of sophistication, intelligence, and credibility. Dresses to fit the business audience--this means a dress code one notch of formality above your audience

Hermanson provides great employee benefits:

• Very Competitive Compensation w/Bonus
• Medical, dental, vision for employees (coverage available for dependents)
• 401k retirement plan including 3.75% Company Matching
• Vacation and Sick Leave Compensation (PTO), and Holiday Pay!
• Disability income protection
• Employee and dependent life insurance
• Growth & development opportunities
• In-House company training program
• Certificate & Tuition Reimbursement
• Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program

Hermanson company LLC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Hermanson does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.

*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.

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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Location Details: Remote - United States

At GoDaddy, the future of work looks different for each team. Some teams work in the office full-time, others have a hybrid arrangement (they work remotely some days and in the office some days), and some work entirely remotely.

This is a remote position, so you'll be working remotely from your home. You may occasionally visit a GoDaddy office to meet with your team for events or meetings.  

This position is not eligible to be performed in Alaska, Mississippi, North Dakota, or the Virgin Islands.

GoDaddy is not currently considering candidates for this role in California, Seattle, or NYC.

Join our team

The GoCaaS (GoDaddy Content As A Service) team powers GoDaddy's generative AI platform. We enable internal teams to securely build, deploy, and scale AI capabilities across the company—driving innovation, productivity, and customer impact. Our platform supports 100+ large language models across multiple vendors (OpenAI, Google, Anthropic, AWS) with 99.99% uptime, serving thousands of employees and dozens of teams.

What you'll get to do...

• Lead and develop a high-performing engineering team delivering critical AI platform capabilities while mentoring engineers to deliver quality software efficiently.
• Partner with cross-functional teams (product, design, and engineering leaders) to define and execute the GoCaaS roadmap and strategic initiatives.
• Drive platform excellence by ensuring reliability, scalability, and optimal developer experience for internal AI consumers.
• Champion engineering best practices, including CI/CD, observability, and secure software development across the organization.
• Collaborate with enterprise teams (security, data, infrastructure) to deliver enterprise-grade AI solutions while fostering a culture of experimentation and technical excellence.

Your experience should include...

• 6+ years of software engineering experience with at least 2 years in engineering management or tech lead roles.
• Proven leadership of backend/platform teams delivering production-scale services.
• Strong cloud infrastructure knowledge (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and distributed systems expertise.
• Hands-on programming skills in Python, Go, or Node.js with CI/CD and observability experience.
• Leadership and project management abilities, including stakeholder management and cross-functional project delivery.

You might also have...

• AI/ML Infrastructure Experience - Working with LLMs, RAG systems, or broader AI/ML infrastructure.
• Container Orchestration - Familiarity with Kubernetes and Docker.
• Security & Privacy - Experience with secure data handling and privacy frameworks.
• Developer Platform Background - Experience building internal tooling or developer platforms.
• Leadership & Community Engagement - Passion for team building, mentoring engineers, and contributing to open-source initiatives.

We've got your back... We offer a range of total rewards that may include paid time off, retirement savings (e.g., 401k, pension schemes), bonus/incentive eligibility, equity grants, participation in our employee stock purchase plan, competitive health benefits, and other family-friendly benefits, including parental leave. GoDaddy's benefits vary based on individual role and location and can be reviewed in more detail during the interview process.

We also embrace our diverse culture and offer a range of Employee Resource Groups (Culture). Have a side hustle? No problem. We love entrepreneurs! Most importantly, come as you are and make your own way. 

About us...  GoDaddy is empowering everyday entrepreneurs around the world by providing the help and tools to succeed online, making opportunities more inclusive for all. GoDaddy is the place people come to name their idea, build a professional website, attract customers, sell their products and services, and manage their work. Our mission is to give our customers the tools, insights, and people to transform their ideas and personal initiative into success. To learn more about the company, visit About Us. 

At GoDaddy, we know diverse teams build better products—period. Our people and culture reflect and celebrate that sense of diversity and inclusion in ideas, experiences and perspectives. But we also know that's not enough to build true equity and belonging in our communities. That's why we prioritize integrating diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging principles into the core of how we work every day—focusing not only on our employee experience, but also our customer experience and operations. It's the best way to serve our mission of empowering entrepreneurs everywhere and making opportunity more inclusive for all. To read more about these commitments, as well as our representation and pay equity data, check out our Diversity and Pay Parity annual report, which can be found on our Diversity Careers page.

GoDaddy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. GoDaddy will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with local and federal requirements. Refer to our full EEO policy.

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