Platform Reliability Engineer - Data, Content & Analytics (Hybrid)

Platform Reliability Engineer - Data, Content & Analytics (Hybrid) Securian parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k), retirement plan United States, Minnesota, Saint Paul May 13, 2026 •At Securian, the internal job title is Infrastructure Consultant or Infrastructure Sr Consultant. Level and salary will be determined based on applied skills. This team has two openings. Position Summary The Platform Reliability Engineer is responsible for designing, building, and evolving enterprise-scale platform capabilities that ensure the reliability, scalability, and resiliency of Securian's data, content, and analytics platforms. This role is part of the Platform Reliability Engineering (PRE) team within the Reliability Engineering Organization (REO) and focuses on complex engineering work, including platform design, automation, reliability improvements, and systemic issue prevention-rather than day-to-day operational support. The position emphasizes software engineering, automation, and infrastructure-as-code to improve how platforms are built and maintained, with the goal of reducing manual effort and improving long-term platform stability. Reliability principles are applied through engineering design and code, not through traditional operations or manual execution. This role primarily supports distributed and cloud-based platforms. Occasional collaboration with mainframe-integrated services (IMS/DB2) may occur and may include learning, assisting with, or contributing to engineering efforts. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Engineer reliable, scalable, and resilient platform capabilities supporting enterprise data, content, and analytics workloads. Design and develop net-new software, automation, and tooling to improve platform reliability, scalability, performance, and maintainability. Apply reliability engineering principles through platform architecture, code, and automation, rather than manual operational processes. Build, enhance, and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions to improve consistency and eliminate repetitive operational tasks. Design and implement observability capabilities (metrics, logging, tracing, alerting) as part of platform engineering standards. Collaborate with application engineering, architecture, and product teams to embed reliability, performance, and security into platform solutions. Engineer and support distributed database, content, and analytics platforms, including: SQL Server, Oracle, and cloud-native database services FileNet P8, TotalAgility Enterprise analytics and integration platforms Collaborate on engineering and integration efforts involving mainframe systems (IMS/DB2), as needed, in support of broader platform reliability and modernization initiatives. Participate in engineering-led incident response, root cause analysis, and implementation of long-term remediation strategies. Focus on long-term, engineering-based solutions that prevent recurring issues rather than repeated manual intervention. Perform capacity planning, performance engineering, and resiliency design to support evolving business demands. Engineer platform services and automation in AWS, aligned with enterprise cloud and security standards. Participate in a shared engineering on-call rotation, emphasizing diagnosis, automation, and permanent corrective actions, not routine operational tasks. Coordinate as needed with specialized teams on limited IMS and DB2 integration or reliability concerns; this work is not a primary focus of the role. Qualifications Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in computer science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field; or equivalent experience. Demonstrated proficiency in software engineering, including the ability to: Write production-quality code Develop net-new automation, tooling, or services Apply software engineering practices to infrastructure and platform domains Experience engineering and supporting data, content, or analytics platforms (e.g., SQL Server, cloud-native databases, FileNet P8, TotalAgility, Informatica, Tableau, Business Objects, or similar technologies). Experience working with cloud platforms, preferably AWS. Experience implementing automation and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using technologies such as Terraform, CloudFormation, Python, PowerShell, or equivalent. Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and critical thinking skills in complex, distributed environments. Preferred Qualifications Experience engineering AWS-based data services (e.g., Amazon RDS, Aurora, PostgreSQL, DynamoDB). Experience designing and implementing observability and reliability patterns within platform architectures. Knowledge of high availability, disaster recovery, and resiliency design patterns. Experience integrating platforms with CI/CD pipelines and automated testing frameworks. Experience with tools such as Dynatrace, Terraform, CloudFormation, or Python-based automation. Familiarity with mainframe technologies such as IMS or DB2; deep mainframe expertise is not required. Core Competencies Engineering-focused problem solving and systems thinking Strong collaboration and communication skills Continuous improvement and ownership mindset Ability to operate effectively in complex, evolving technical environments #LI-Hybrid •This position willhave a hybrid working arrangement, workingin-officefor a minimum of3days aweek.•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.

Preferred Skills:

Accountability, AI Concepts, Automation, Business, Collaborating, Problem Solving, Project Leadership, Relationship Building, Strategic Objectives The estimated base pay range for this job is: $89,000.00 - $164,300.00 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 Employment@Securian.com, by telephone 651-655-5522 (voice), or 711 (Relay/TTY). To view our privacy statement click here To view our legal statement click here