Overview
On Site
USD 137,000.00 - 185,000.00 per year
Full Time
Skills
RIS
Emerging Technologies
Technical Direction
Bridging
Product Strategy
Accountability
Customer Focus
Computer Science
Mathematics
Partnership
Leadership
Adaptability
Communication
IT Management
Mentorship
Management
Solution Architecture
Systems Design
Business Continuity Planning
Cloud Computing
Amazon Web Services
Sales
FAR
Exceed
Information Architecture
Information Assurance
Impact Analysis
Agile
Lean Methodology
DevOps
Value Engineering
Innovation
Collaboration
Embedded Systems
Immigration
Physical Layer
Employment Authorization
Asset Management
Trading
Financial Services
Finance
LinkedIn
Electronic Warfare
Job Details
What You'll Do
We're looking for an Assistant Director of Engineering to join our Retirement & Income Solutions (RIS) business. In this critical role, you'll spearhead the modernization of our retirement recordkeeping platform, while leading a high performing engineering team who drives high-impact technical initiatives. As a key technical leader, you'll drive innovation, guide architectural decisions, and ensure the successful delivery of mission-critical initiatives that shape the future of our retirement solutions.
You'll have the opportunity to:
Operating at the intersection of financial services and technology, Principal builds financial tools that help our customers live better lives. We take pride in being a purpose-led firm, motivated by our mission to make financial security accessible to all. Our mission, integrity, and customer focus have made us a trusted leader for more than 140 years.
As Principal continues to modernize its systems, this role will offer you an exciting opportunity to build solutions that will directly impact our long-term strategy and tech stack, all while ensuring that our products are robust, scalable, and secure!
Who You Are
Skills That Will Help You Stand Out
Salary Range Information
Salary ranges below reflect targeted base salaries. Non-sales positions have the opportunity to participate in a bonus program. Sales positions are eligible for sales incentives, and in some instances a bonus plan, whereby total compensation may far exceed base salary depending on individual performance. Actual compensation for all roles will be based upon geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level and will be finalized at the time of offer.
Salary Range (Non-Exempt expressed as hourly; Exempt expressed as yearly)
$137000 - $185000 / year
Time Off Program
Flexible Time Off (FTO) is provided to salaried (exempt) employees and provides the opportunity to take time away from the office with pay for vacation, personal or short-term illness. Employees don't accrue a bank of time off under FTO and there is no set number of days provided.
Pension Eligible
Yes
Additional Information
Work Environments
This role offers an in-office and hybrid (blending at least three office days in a typical workweek) work arrangement in Des Moines, IA or Charlotte, NC.
Our Engineering Culture
Through our product-driven Agile/Lean DevOps environment, we've fostered a culture of innovation and experimentation across our development teams. As a customer-focused organization, we work closely with our end users and product owners to understand and rapidly respond to emerging business needs.
Collaboration is embedded into everything we do - from the products we develop to the quality service we provide. We're driven by the belief that diversity of thought, background, and perspective is critical to creating the best products and experiences for our customers.
Work Authorization/Sponsorship
At this time, we're not considering applicants that need any type of immigration sponsorship (additional work authorization or permanent work authorization) now or in the future to work in the United States. This includes, but IS NOT LIMITED TO: F1-OPT, F1-CPT, H-1B, TN, L-1, J-1, etc. For additional information around work authorization needs please use the following links.
Nonimmigrant Workers and for Employment-Based Immigrants
Investment Code of Ethics
For Principal Asset Management positions, you'll need to follow an Investment Code of Ethics related to personal and business conduct as well as personal trading activities for you and members of your household. These same requirements may also apply to other positions across the organization.
Experience Principal
At Principal, we value connecting on both a personal and professional level. Together, we're imagining a more purpose-led future for financial services - and that starts with you. Our success depends on the unique experiences, backgrounds, and talents of our employees. And we support our employees the same way we support our customers: with comprehensive, competitive benefit offerings crafted to protect their physical, financial, and social well-being. Check out our careers site to learn more about our purpose, values and benefits.
Principal is an Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Posting Window
We will accept applications for 3 full days following the Original Posting Date, after which the posting may remain open or be removed based upon applications received. If we choose to post the job again, we will accept additional applications for at least 1 full day following the Most Recently Posted Date. Please submit applications in a timely manner as there is no guarantee the posting will be available beyond the applicable deadline.
Original Posting Date
7/1/2025
Most Recently Posted Date
7/1/2025
LinkedIn Hashtag
#LI-EW1
We're looking for an Assistant Director of Engineering to join our Retirement & Income Solutions (RIS) business. In this critical role, you'll spearhead the modernization of our retirement recordkeeping platform, while leading a high performing engineering team who drives high-impact technical initiatives. As a key technical leader, you'll drive innovation, guide architectural decisions, and ensure the successful delivery of mission-critical initiatives that shape the future of our retirement solutions.
You'll have the opportunity to:
- Drive technological innovation by identifying strategic opportunities that deliver maximum business impact in our fast-paced environment
- Assess emerging technologies and provide guidance on technical direction, ensuring alignment with enterprise-wide strategic initiatives
- Partner with key stakeholders to transform business objectives into robust technical solutions, while effectively bridging communication between technical and non-technical teams
- Shape product strategy and establish compelling technical vision through active participation in enterprise-level programs
- Cultivate an exceptional engineering team by fostering innovation, mentoring talent, and building a results-driven culture founded on trust and accountability
Operating at the intersection of financial services and technology, Principal builds financial tools that help our customers live better lives. We take pride in being a purpose-led firm, motivated by our mission to make financial security accessible to all. Our mission, integrity, and customer focus have made us a trusted leader for more than 140 years.
As Principal continues to modernize its systems, this role will offer you an exciting opportunity to build solutions that will directly impact our long-term strategy and tech stack, all while ensuring that our products are robust, scalable, and secure!
Who You Are
- Bachelor's degree (preference in a computer science, technology, engineering or math-related field) or equivalent experience
- 8+ years of enterprise-level technical experience, demonstrating progressive responsibility and impact
- Leadership Experiences:
- Guiding engineers through complex business challenges
- Designing and deploying resilient and scalable solutions
- Building consensus among diverse stakeholders
- Navigating enterprise-level partnerships
- Leadership Qualities:
- Strategic and innovative mindset
- Adaptability in dynamic environments
- Influential communication and collaboration skills
Skills That Will Help You Stand Out
- 4+ years of technology leadership experience, successfully managing and mentoring direct reports
- Proven track record in solution architecture and systems design
- Demonstrated ability to modernize while maintaining business continuity
- Experience with cloud platforms (e.g. AWS)
- Retirement/Financial Services industry experience
Salary Range Information
Salary ranges below reflect targeted base salaries. Non-sales positions have the opportunity to participate in a bonus program. Sales positions are eligible for sales incentives, and in some instances a bonus plan, whereby total compensation may far exceed base salary depending on individual performance. Actual compensation for all roles will be based upon geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level and will be finalized at the time of offer.
Salary Range (Non-Exempt expressed as hourly; Exempt expressed as yearly)
$137000 - $185000 / year
Time Off Program
Flexible Time Off (FTO) is provided to salaried (exempt) employees and provides the opportunity to take time away from the office with pay for vacation, personal or short-term illness. Employees don't accrue a bank of time off under FTO and there is no set number of days provided.
Pension Eligible
Yes
Additional Information
Work Environments
This role offers an in-office and hybrid (blending at least three office days in a typical workweek) work arrangement in Des Moines, IA or Charlotte, NC.
Our Engineering Culture
Through our product-driven Agile/Lean DevOps environment, we've fostered a culture of innovation and experimentation across our development teams. As a customer-focused organization, we work closely with our end users and product owners to understand and rapidly respond to emerging business needs.
Collaboration is embedded into everything we do - from the products we develop to the quality service we provide. We're driven by the belief that diversity of thought, background, and perspective is critical to creating the best products and experiences for our customers.
Work Authorization/Sponsorship
At this time, we're not considering applicants that need any type of immigration sponsorship (additional work authorization or permanent work authorization) now or in the future to work in the United States. This includes, but IS NOT LIMITED TO: F1-OPT, F1-CPT, H-1B, TN, L-1, J-1, etc. For additional information around work authorization needs please use the following links.
Nonimmigrant Workers and for Employment-Based Immigrants
Investment Code of Ethics
For Principal Asset Management positions, you'll need to follow an Investment Code of Ethics related to personal and business conduct as well as personal trading activities for you and members of your household. These same requirements may also apply to other positions across the organization.
Experience Principal
At Principal, we value connecting on both a personal and professional level. Together, we're imagining a more purpose-led future for financial services - and that starts with you. Our success depends on the unique experiences, backgrounds, and talents of our employees. And we support our employees the same way we support our customers: with comprehensive, competitive benefit offerings crafted to protect their physical, financial, and social well-being. Check out our careers site to learn more about our purpose, values and benefits.
Principal is an Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Posting Window
We will accept applications for 3 full days following the Original Posting Date, after which the posting may remain open or be removed based upon applications received. If we choose to post the job again, we will accept additional applications for at least 1 full day following the Most Recently Posted Date. Please submit applications in a timely manner as there is no guarantee the posting will be available beyond the applicable deadline.
Original Posting Date
7/1/2025
Most Recently Posted Date
7/1/2025
LinkedIn Hashtag
#LI-EW1
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