Job Description

Location Designation: Hybrid - 3 days per week

As part of Technology, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking initiatives that shape New York Life's digital landscape. Leverage cutting-edge technologies like Generative AI to increase productivity, streamline processes, and create seamless experiences for clients, agents, and employees. Your expertise fuels innovation, agility, and growth — driving the company's success.

What You’ll Do

We are seeking an experienced and motivated individual to join our team as a Varicent Sales Performance Management (SPM) / Incentive Compensation Management (ICM) Developer and Administrator. In this role, you will be responsible for managing, configuring, and enhancing the Varicent SPM software application to ensure efficient commission processing and reporting. You will also work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable, scalable solutions that streamline processes, improve cycle times, and ensure accuracy. This position provides a unique opportunity to drive innovation and contribute to process improvement initiatives within the organization.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• At least 10 years of software development experience, including a minimum of 5 years working with Varicent Incentive Compensation Management (ICM).
• Demonstrated experience in the insurance domain, with a strong understanding of insurance terminology, particularly in Life Insurance.
• Expertise in design, development, and testing of ETL processes and methodologies within a data warehousing environment.
• Strong SQL skills, including query optimization, performance tuning, and report development.
• Prior experience in business analysis and technical documentation for Varicent ICM projects.
• Proficiency in Agile development methodologies and participation in Agile ceremonies.
• Advanced skills in JavaScript, debugging, troubleshooting, and performance optimization.
• Proven ability to solve complex technical problems and quickly assimilate new information.

Required Skills and Technologies:

• Varicent ICM Composer and administration.
• ETL processes and tools.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the insurance domain, especially Life Insurance.
• Agile methodology and tools.

Preferred Attributes:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on process optimization.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality results under tight deadlines.

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Pay Transparency

Salary Range: $124,000-$177,000

Overtime eligible: Exempt

Discretionary bonus eligible: Yes

Sales bonus eligible: No

Actual base salary will be determined based on several factors but not limited to individual’s experience, skills, qualifications, and job location. Additionally, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. In addition to base salary, employees may also be eligible to participate in an incentive program.

At New York Life, our 180-year legacy of purpose and integrity fuels our future. As we evolve into a more technology-, data-, and AI-enabled organization, we remain grounded in the values that drive lasting impact.

Our diverse business portfolio creates opportunities to make a difference across industries and communities—inviting bold thinking, collaborative problem-solving, and purpose-driven innovation. Here, you’ll find the rare balance of long-standing stability and forward momentum, supported by an inclusive team that honors tradition while embracing progress.

As a Fortune 100 mutual company, we offer a place to grow your skills, contribute to meaningful work, and deliver solutions that matter. Your ideas drive what’s next, and your growth powers it.

Our Benefits

We provide a full package of benefits for employees – and have unique offerings for a modern workforce, including leave programs, adoption assistance, and student loan repayment programs. Based on feedback from our employees, we continue to refine and add benefits to our offering, so that you can flourish both inside and outside of work.Click hereto discover more about our comprehensive benefit options or visit our NYL Benefits Site

Our Commitment to Inclusion
At New York Life, fostering an inclusive workplace is fundamental to who we are and how we serve our communities. We have a longstanding commitment to creating an environment where individuals can contribute their best and succeed together. This foundation is rooted in our core values of humanity and integrity, ensuring that every employee feels valued and supported. By embracing a broad range of perspectives and experiences, we achieve greater success and fulfill our promise of providing financial security and peace of mind to families across all communities. Click here to learn more about New York Life’s leadership in this space.​

Recognized as one of Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies, New York Life is committed to improving local communities through a culture of employee giving and volunteerism, supported by the Foundation We're proud that due to our mutuality, we operate in the best interests of our policy owners. To learn more about career opportunities at New York Life, please visit the Careers page of www.NewYorkLife.com

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Job Requisition ID: 93372