Engineering Lead: Office of the CTO - Manager

At EY, we are dedicated to helping you build a successful career in a diverse and globally connected environment. Join us in shaping the future confidently and contribute to our mission of building a better working world. Your Opportunity We are actively seeking an Engineering Lead for the Sector Advanced Forward Engineering team. In this role, you will design and operate an advanced AI Native development environment and toolchain, facilitating project management, product management, architecture, and engineering for the Office of the CTO (OCTO). You will play a pivotal role in leading lab administration and automation. Take ownership of an environment that drives product development success across EY Americas. This position demands a deep technical understanding of modern development techniques and AI model technology. Collaboration with global resources in the CTO and ET teams will be essential, coupled with hands-on execution. Key Responsibilities Define and implement a modern AI Native IDE with development environments for creating demos, prototypes, and full product/platform development. Evaluate and select software applications for the development toolchain across all OCTO pillars. Coordinate the OCTO development environment with Americas Industry Group and Service Lines. Establish a fully automated lab environment, ensuring access across multiple groups, tracking usage, and maintaining lab continuity and currency. Set up cloud access to Neo Clouds and Hyperscale clouds while managing user permissions. Plan and manage the budget to keep the environment modern and up to date. Develop strategies to assist developer groups and affiliated agents. Qualifications 5+ years of experience in development support, with a proven track record of managing large-scale labs and development environments. Bachelor's degree in engineering or computer science. Experience with AI agents and modern AI-driven automation. Strong understanding of the software development lifecycle, system design, and modern tech stacks (APIs, cloud platforms, data pipelines). Excellent written and verbal communication skills for engaging with stakeholders at all levels, including executive leadership. Strong analytical skills to leverage data for cost-efficient development. Familiarity with agile methodologies and product management tools. Ability to communicate effectively with cross-functional teams and align on product priorities. A passion for innovation and a solid understanding of market trends in AI and technology. Preferred Qualifications Experience in AI/ML, LLMs, and agentic strategies, along with knowledge of SaaS and product management tools such as ADO, JIRA, or Trello. Familiarity with product management frameworks such as JTBD, RICE, OKRs, Kanban, and Shape Up. What We Offer You At EY, we are committed to your professional development with future-focused skills and world-class experiences. Join an empowering environment that values diverse talents and fosters inclusion among globally connected teams. Our comprehensive compensation and benefits package rewards your performance and recognizes the value you bring to the business. The base salary range for this position varies by location. We promote a hybrid work model that encourages collaboration in person 40-60% of the time based on project needs. Your well-being is important to us, and our flexible vacation policy allows you to decide how much time off you need, along with designated EY Paid Holidays and other leave options. Ready to Shape Your Future? Apply today and take the next step toward a fulfilling career with EY. We look forward to reviewing your application! EY is dedicated to maintaining high ethical standards and integrity among all employees and expects candidates to embody these values. EY | Building a better working world

Created: 2026-03-11