SVP, Head of Enterprise Data Engineering

General Information LocationCary, North Carolina Alternative Location(s) Posting Location:New York, New York Working Schedule Full-Time Work Arrangement Hybrid Travel Required 10% Relocation Assistance Available No Grade 17M Posted Date 30-Jul-2026 Job ID 19527 Description and Requirements The Team You Will JoinAt MetLife, data isn’t just a tool - it is a catalyst for growth. As part of our Data & Analytics organization, you’ll unlock trusted insights that drive bold decisions, power personalized customer experiences, and deliver lasting business impact. We’re building the future of data - one that’s governed responsibly, engineered for scalability, and designed for growth. When you join us, you’re not just supporting the business - you’re empowering it. Let’s transform insight into impact and data into action, together.The OpportunityThe Senior Vice President of Enterprise Data Engineering is responsible for defining and executing MetLife’s enterprise data engineering vision, strategy, and roadmap, ensuring that data platforms, architecture, and infrastructure enable business growth, innovation, operational excellence, and digital transformation across the global enterprise. This role plays a critical part in building scalable, secure, and modern data capabilities that allow MetLife to leverage data as a strategic asset while supporting evolving business, analytics, AI, and technology priorities.This is an exciting opportunity to lead the transformation of MetLife’s global data ecosystem, shaping the future of enterprise data, analytics, and AI capabilities while delivering the foundational platforms that power innovation and business value at scale.Key ResponsibilitiesDefine and execute the enterprise data engineering strategy, leveraging Cloud and AI to align with business goals.Oversee design and implementation of enterprise-wide data platforms and tools, establishing best practices for data integration, pipelines, architecture, and self-service options.Create and execute a comprehensive global data program strategy to simplify and modernize legacy data systems and tools, ensuring data agility, scalability, and quality.Work with the security team to implement data privacy, encryption, and access control strategies.Incorporate AI and machine learning solutions into the data ecosystem to enhance legacy modernization and data democratization efforts.Lead a high-performing team of data professionals, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.Collaborate with Data and Analytics, Technology, and Business leaders to enable seamless data accessibility and utilization.Required Qualifications20+ years of experience and knowledge in data engineering tools and strategies, including 10+ years in senior leadership roles within large and matrixed organizations.Proven ability to navigate complex stakeholders across all levels of the organization and cultivate strong partnerships, being able to influence and communicate the organizations direction and ensure results are achieved.Strong knowledge of database management, data architecture and modern data and cloud technologies.Preferred QualificationsExperience leading large-scale cloud data modernization and transformation programs, including migration from legacy environments to modern cloud-native data platforms. Experience within insurance, financial services, or other highly regulated industries, with a strong understanding of data security, privacy, risk, and regulatory requirements.Demonstrated success leveraging AI to accelerate data democratization, improve business outcomes, and drive enterprise innovation.Location Expectation: This is a hybrid role requiring a minimum of 3 days per week in office.The expected salary range for this position is 300,000 - 375,000. This role may also be eligible for annual short-term incentive compensation and stock-based long-term incentives. All incentives and benefits are subject to the applicable plan terms. Benefits We Offer Our U.S. benefits address holistic well-being with programs for physical and mental health, financial wellness, and support for families. We offer a comprehensive health plan that includes medical/prescription drug and vision, dental insurance, and no-cost short- and long-term disability. We also provide company-paid life insurance and legal services, a retirement pension funded entirely by MetLife and 401(k) with employer matching, group discounts on voluntary insurance products including auto and home, pet, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance, as well as Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and digital mental health programs, parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, volunteer time off, tuition assistance and much more! For more information regarding MetLife’s U.S. benefits, please click here.About MetLifeRecognized on Fortune magazine's list of the "World's Most Admired Companies", Fortune World’s 25 Best Workplaces, as well as the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For, MetLife, through its subsidiaries and affiliates, is one of the world’s leading financial services companies; providing insurance, annuities, employee benefits and asset management to individual and institutional customers. With operations in more than 40 markets, we hold leading positions in the United States, Latin America, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East. As part of our New Frontier strategy, MetLife is building an AI-enabled, people-centered future. We’re looking for people who bring curiosity, adaptability, and a growth mindset as we use AI to enhance how we serve customers, support communities, and evolve the way work gets done. At MetLife, AI is a responsible partner that supports human judgment, creativity, and continuous improvement while helping us build trust, inclusion, and long-term value.Our purpose is simple - to help our colleagues, customers, communities, and the world at large create a more confident future. United by purpose and guided by our core values - Win Together, Do the Right Thing, Deliver Impact Over Activity, and Think Ahead - we’re inspired to transform the next century in financial services. At MetLife, it’s #AllTogetherPossible. Join us!MetLife is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are made without regards to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status (although applicants and employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States), uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law (“protected characteristics”).If you need an accommodation due to a disability, please email us at View email address on click.appcast.io. This information will be held in confidence and used only to determine an appropriate accommodation for the application process.MetLife maintains a drug-free workplace.This posting is for a current vacancy and is anticipated to remain open for at least 90 days from the listed posting date.