VP, Head of Data Transformation

Sunlife; Jakarta Selatan; On-site; IDR 800,000,000 - 1,500,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Sun Life Indonesia is seeking a senior data leader to own the enterprise data transformation agenda, aligning IT and business units to enable real-time decision-making and AI readiness.

The role requires 12–15 years in data engineering/architecture, 5+ years in senior leadership, and experience in insurance/financial services; certifications (AWS/Azure/GCP, CDMP) are preferred, with deep familiarity of Indonesian regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, engineering, or related field; Master’s degree preferred
• Minimum 12–15 years of progressive experience in data engineering, data architecture, or data management roles
• At least 5 years in a senior leadership capacity, with proven success leading enterprise-wide data transformation programs
• Minimum 3 years of experience in the insurance or financial services industry
• Demonstrated track record of delivering end‑to‑end data initiatives that span IT and business functions
• Professional certifications in AWS, Azure, or GCP; CDMP (Certified Data Management Professional) preferred
• Prior experience working in Indonesia or deep familiarity with OJK and UU PDP compliance is required

Responsibilities

• Data Strategy & Roadmap
• Data Architecture, Cloud & Engineering
• AI Enablement & Data Readiness
• Data Modelling & Advance Analytics
• Stakeholder Management & Communication
• Team Leadership & Capability Building

Skills

Data governance

AI readiness

Stakeholder management

Data strategy

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

CDMP

Job description

You are as unique as your background, experience and point of view. Here, you’ll be encouraged, empowered and challenged to be your best self. You'll work with dynamic colleagues - experts in their fields - who are eager to share their knowledge with you. Your leaders will inspire and help you reach your potential and soar to new heights. Every day, you'll have new and exciting opportunities to make life brighter for our Clients - who are at the heart of everything we do.

At Sun Life, we're driven by our Purpose: helping our Clients achieve lifetime financial security and live healthier lives. Our values shape how we work: caring, authentic, bold, inspiring, and impactful.

When you join Sun Life, you'll work with passionate colleagues and empowering leaders who support your growth and celebrate your contributions, so you can make a meaningful difference in our Clients' lives.

Discover how you can make a difference in the lives of individuals, families and communities around the world.

Job Description

• Lead enterprise end-to-end data transformation agenda by owning the people, processes, and infrastructure required to make enterprise data trustworthy, governed, and AI-ready. This role has full accountability for aligning data strategy across IT and business units, ensuring data assets enable real-time decision‑making and power current and future AI initiatives across the organization.

Preferred Skills And Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field; Master’s degree preferred
• Minimum 12–15 years of progressive experience in data engineering, data architecture, or data management roles
• At least 5 years in a senior leadership capacity, with proven success leading enterprise-wide data transformation programs
• Minimum 3 years of experience in the insurance or financial services industry
• Demonstrated track record of delivering end‑to‑end data initiatives that span IT and business functions
• Professional certifications in AWS, Azure, or GCP; CDMP (Certified Data Management Professional) preferred
• Prior experience working in Indonesia or deep familiarity with OJK and UU PDP compliance is required

Responsibilities

• Data Strategy & Roadmap
• Data Architecture, Cloud & Engineering
• AI Enablement & Data Readiness
• Data Modelling & Advance Analytics
• Stakeholder Management & Communication
• Team Leadership & Capability Building

At Sun Life, we cultivate a High-Performance, Caring Culture that empowers our people to achieve outstanding results, embrace continuous growth, and create meaningful impact. We succeed together by fostering an inclusive environment where wellbeing, collaboration, and accountability are equally valued.

Job Category

Advanced Analytics

Posting End Date

29/11/2026