Core Architecture Specialist

AIA; Jakarta Pusat; On-site; IDR 900,000,000 - 1,200,000,000; Full time

Job summary

AIA Shared Services is seeking a Core Architecture Specialist to act as the architectural authority for the Core Insurance domain, defining standards and ensuring non-functional requirements are met. You will lead solution designs, research technologies, estimate costs and provide technical guidance to delivery teams, shaping roadmaps and governance to deliver scalable, compliant systems.

The role requires senior enterprise-architecture experience, strong English communication, and collaboration

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in technical/information systems or related field.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategy and roadmaps for core insurance architecture.
• Translate business requirements into scalable, compliant solution designs.
• Research and select technologies to meet objectives and control costs.
• Estimate solution costs including infrastructure, licensing and services.
• Provide hands-on architectural leadership to development teams.
• Analyze complex technical challenges and recommend actionable solutions.

Skills

Enterprise architecture

Cloud computing

English fluent

Analytical thinking

SDLC knowledge

Education

Bachelor Degree

TOGAF Certification

FLMI / CBA certifications

BIZBOK knowledge

Azure certification

Tools

Archimate

Sparx

Draw.io

Webmethods

Informatica

Java

.NET

SQL/NoSQL

Job description

Innovate and shape what comes next. At AIA, your expertise, perspective and ideas can help us become a faster, simpler and more connected organisation while contributing to our Purpose of helping millions of people live Healthier, Longer, Better Lives.

Across our diverse markets, you will take on real-world challenges, collaborate with talented colleagues and turn technology, data and bold ideas into simpler experiences, smarter solutions and positive outcomes for our customers and communities. Join us to create what comes next, grow through new experiences and extend your impact across Asia.

About the Role

AIA is looking for Core Architecture Specialist who will serve as the core solution architecture authority by ensuring business capabilities are supported by appropriate technology architecture in the Core Insurance domain, defining and enforcing technical standards, validating non-functional requirements, and collaborating with delivery teams to ensure solutions are implemented in alignment with architectural designs.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Strategy and Roadmap

  Lead the formulation of the applications strategy and roadmap within the core insurance domain, assess current position, set target state, perform gap analysis and define roadmap to close the gaps. Collaborate with relevant business stakeholders to align architecture initiatives with overall business strategy, priorities, and growth objectives.

• Project Solution Design

  Collaborate closely with business analysts and stakeholders to translate project-specific business requirements into scalable and compliant solution designs. Ensure alignment with development standards, regulatory requirements, and enterprise architecture principles. Develop comprehensive solution designs in the form of architectural blueprints and supporting documentation that articulate system components, integration points, data flows, and technology stack choices. These artifacts serve as a reference for development teams, stakeholders, and governance bodies throughout the project lifecycle.

• Technology Research and Selection

  Research technology options relevant to the project (e.g., CRM solutions, digital onboarding, claims automation, data analytics) and assess their applicability. Recommend technologies that best fit the project's objectives and effectively address business requirements while ensuring optimal cost-efficiency.

• Project Solution Cost Estimation

  Collaborate with other architects, IT delivery, and business analyst, to estimate solution costs, including infrastructure, licensing, professional services, and resources for development and testing.

• Technical Leadership and Guidance

  Provide hands‑on guidance to development teams during implementation, ensuring adherence to architectural standards and best practices. Act as a technical mentor and escalation point for project‑related issues.

• Analytical Problem Solving

  Conduct analysis of complex technical challenges and provide recommendations to the development team/vendors within the project scope. Interpret technical documentation, develop actionable solutions, and make informed recommendations to project leadership.

Requirements

• Bachelor Degree (S1) Degree in Technical/Information System/Other related educations
• 10 years experience in IT areas with 3 years in solution architecture or system analysis
• Certifications/licenses (are an advantage): Enterprise Architecture certification (e.g. TOGAF) Business certification (e.g. FLMI from LOMA) Business architecture certification (e.g. Certified Business Architect (CBA) based on Business Architecture Body of Knowlede (BIZBOK) Technical certification (e.g. Azure, Java, Microsoft)
• Special skills: Proven professional experience in designing and implementing enterprise scale systems in core insurance domains (Policy Administration, Claims Administration, Distribution Management, etc.) Proven professional experience in working with enterprise scale of Policy Admin System, Accounting System, Compensation System, Customer Relationship Management, Data Warehouse, Data Analytics, Data Quality, Anti Money Laundering, Predictive Modelling, Electronic Identification System and Cloud computing – Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS) and Software as a Service (SaaS). Familiarity with regulatory and insurance-specific standards (e.g. IFRS17, POJK 8, POJK 36) Knowledgeable in computer programming, database design, enterprise software, operating systems and hardware Familiarity with architecture modeling tools (e.g. Archimate, Sparx, Draw.io) Conversant with Webmethods, Informatica, Java, .NET, Web Development, Mobile Development, Database (SQL & No SQL) Fluent to communicate in English Understand Software Development Life Cycle Excellent Communication Skill Good analytical skill & can think out of the box

Build a career with us as we help our customers and the community live Healthier, Longer, Better Lives.

Better starts with people who reimagine what is possible and turn ideas into meaningful action. At AIA, you will contribute in your own way, help shape outcomes that matter and collaborate with colleagues across disciplines, teams, markets and levels. We will support you to broaden your perspective, strengthen your capabilities and grow your impact. Together, we challenge assumptions, learn from one another and find better ways forward. Bring your ambition, experience and ideas to AIA, and help shape what “better” looks like.