Lead Enterprise Architect

Manulife; Singapore; Hybrid; SGD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international financial service provider in Singapore is seeking a Lead Enterprise Architect to design and implement the enterprise architecture strategy. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in architecture roles, including team leadership and collaboration with stakeholders, coupled with a strong technical foundation in frameworks like TOGAF. This hybrid position offers a dynamic environment focused on digital transformation and innovation.

Benefits

Flexible work environment

Career growth opportunities

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of experience in architecture roles.
• At least 5 years as an enterprise architect.
• Extensive experience in enterprise architecture, preferably in insurance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the architecture target state and roadmap.
• Lead and mentor a team of architects.
• Collaborate with business and IT leaders on architecture.

Skills

Proficiency in TOGAF

Expertise in large system integration projects

Understanding of cybersecurity principles

Commercial awareness

Expertise in microservices and SOA

Experience in data architecture

Education

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science

Certifications such as TOGAF or ITIL

Tools

BizzDesign

Sparx Systems

Job description

Lead Enterprise Architect

The Lead Enterprise Architect is responsible for designing and implementing the enterprise architecture strategy, roadmap and architecture solutions which is aligned to IT principles, strategy and business goals. This role involves development of Enterprise architecture frameworks, standards, and governance process which enables digital transformation initiatives architecture solution to be scalable, resilient, reliable with no tech debt and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. The ideal candidate possesses strong enterprise and solution architecture experience with ability collaborate effectively with country chief architects to achieve consensus in driving architecture and technology initiatives

Position Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain the architecture target state, roadmap, ensuring alignment with business objectives and regulatory requirements

• Interprets and applies enterprise architecture standards, frameworks and policies to inform a broad range of business improvement activities, including those relating to the design, development, and maintenance of IT systems and technologies

• Lead and mentor a team of architects and IT professionals, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment

• Collaborate with business leaders, IT leaders to communicate critical information about the organization's architecture and technology landscape

• Collaborates with engineering teams, delivery, business partners and data governance team to provide leading architecture solutions

• Collaborates with project leaders and IT Leaders to ensure progress towards architectural alignment with project goals and requirements

• Ensure all architectural solutions are reliable, resilient and comply with local Insurance regulations and standards

• Champion and research emerging technology such as AI and blockchain, industry, and market trends to assist in product development and/or operational support activities to improve operational efficiency and customer satisfaction

• Identify and mitigate risks associated with IT systems and architecture

Required Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in TOGAF, Zachman, or similar EA frameworks

• Expertise in large or complex system integration projects

• Expertise in crafting architecture plans to support business outcomes

• Commercial awareness to understand market context and pressures, business requirements, competitive positioning, and the market context

• Experience in Application Design and Management

• Experience knowledge of data architecture, data governance, security and analytics

• Understanding of Application, Data, Infrastructure and cybersecurity principles and practices

• IT Service Management Methodologies & Frameworks

• Network Architecture and Management

• Expertise in APIs, microservices, and service-oriented architecture (SOA), Event driven Architecture EDA, Programming Languages like Java, Python, JavaScript, UI technology like Angular and React, Hybrid mobile frameworks like Capacitor, Flutter, DevSecOps and Observability & Monitoring platforms

• Experience with Unified modelling using EA tools like BizzDesign, Sparx Systems & etc.

Required Soft Skills:

• Ability to lead and inspire teams, manage conflicts, and drive consensus

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact with stakeholders at all levels

• Strong analytical skills to identify issues and develop effective solutions

• Flexibility to adapt to changing business needs and technological advancements

• Commitment to improving customer experience through innovative IT solutions

Required Qualifications & Experience:

• Minimum 15 years of experience in architecture roles, with at least 5 years as enterprise architect position

• Bachelor’s/ master’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field

• Relevant certifications such as TOGAF/ Zachman, ITIL, Azure/AWS Certified Solutions Architect

• Extensive experience in enterprise architecture, preferably within the insurance industry

When you join our team:

• We’ll empower you to learn and grow the career you want.

• We’ll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words.

• As part of our global team, we’ll support you in shaping the future you want to see.

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