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Brad Kostreva

Assistant Director - Cloud Foundations and Platforms AI Engineering Northwestern Mutual

Brad Kostreva is a seasoned technology executive and public cloud strategist with over 20 years of experience leading digital transformation across the financial services industry. As Assistant Director of Cloud Foundations and AI Engineering at Northwestern Mutual, he guides enterprise initiatives in cloud modernization, AI platforms, and DevOps automation, leveraging technologies like AWS, Azure, and OpenShift. Brad brings a unique perspective shaped by hands-on engineering expertise, product leadership, and military service, making him a compelling voice on the intersection of innovation, infrastructure, and strategic execution.

Generative AI Week 2025 Day One Conference: Tuesday, November 11 2025

11:10 AM Panel Discussion: Embedding Generative AI into Software Engineering Lifecycles

Generative AI is rapidly shifting from experimental to essential in modern software development. This panel will explore how organizations can strategically embed generative AI into the software engineering lifecycle — from design and coding to testing and maintenance — to drive productivity, code quality, and innovation. Experts will discuss practical steps, governance, and overcoming integration barriers.

Identifying high-value entry points for generative AI within existing SDLC stages, including coding, documentation, and QA.
Balancing AI-generated code with human oversight to ensure security, compliance, and maintainability.
Establishing governance frameworks for responsible AI use across engineering teams.
Managing cultural and workflow shifts: equipping developers to collaborate effectively with AI tools.
Measuring ROI and success metrics when integrating generative AI into engineering processes.

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