Core Architecture Specialist

AIA; Pulau Untung Jawa; On-site; IDR 600,000,000 - 900,000,000; Full time

Job summary

AIA is looking for a Core Architecture Specialist to act as the central architecture authority for the core insurance domain, defining standards, validating non-functional requirements, and guiding delivery teams to ensure solutions align with architectural designs.

Lead strategy and roadmaps, translate business needs into scalable designs, and ensure regulatory compliance while shaping enterprise architecture practices across projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in technical/Information systems or related field.
• 10 years in IT with 3 years in solution architecture or system analysis.
• Relevant certifications such as TOGAF or equivalent are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead formulation of applications strategy and roadmap within core insurance domain.
• Translate business requirements into scalable, compliant solution designs.
• Research and recommend technologies aligning with project goals and cost goals.
• Collaborate to estimate solution costs including infra, licensing, and services.
• Provide hands-on guidance to development teams and mentor junior staff.
• Analyze complex technical challenges and propose actionable solutions.

Skills

Enterprise Architecture

Cloud computing

SDLC knowledge

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Regulatory standards

English fluency

Education

Bachelor Degree in Technical/Information System

Tools

Archimate

Sparx

Draw.io

SQL & NoSQL

Java/.NET

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.

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