At AIA we don’t simply believe in being ‘the best’. We believe in better – because there’s no limit to how far ‘better’ can take us. Everything we do is driven by our purpose to make a difference by helping people embrace Healthier, Longer, Better Lives. And every one of our people has an important role to play. If you want to make a difference by helping shape a healthier, better-protected Australia, read on.
The opportunity:
Join AIA to lead the analysis of technical requirements and the design, delivery and enhancement of software solutions across the technology portfolio. Ensure solutions align with IT strategy, architecture, security and coding standards, and meet functional, operational, performance, accessibility and user experience requirements. Provide technical leadership to internal teams, vendors and SaaS partners through clear work packages, governance and production handover. Mentor developers, support application owners, and contribute to platform, renewal and standards strategy, while ensuring application stability, security and currency.
To do this successfully you will:
- Collaborate with Technical Delivery Leads, business SMEs, project teams and vendors to analyse requirements, shape solutions and manage technical expectations.
- Define and own end‑to‑end technical solutions within the domain, aligned to enterprise architecture, standards and non‑functional requirements.
- Produce and review high‑quality technical designs and documentation, ensuring integration, security, performance and scalability.
- Provide accurate development, testing and integration estimates, including input into project planning and parametric estimation models.
- Guide, mentor and direct developers and vendors, including hands‑on development where required.
- Support BAU activities by maintaining development environments, improving processes, managing change and supporting incidents and deployments as needed.
- Contribute to continuous improvement through innovation, stakeholder engagement and ongoing professional development.
Successful applications will demonstrate:
- Tertiary qualification in technology or a related discipline, or 6+ years’ experience in application or data development.
- Commercial experience in software development, with exposure to insurance or financial services preferred.
- Strong experience across modern data and analytics platforms including Azure Data Lake, Azure Data Factory, Databricks, Power BI and Unity Catalog.
- Experience working with legacy and enterprise data platforms such as IBM DataStage, IBM CDC, IBM Cognos, DB2, MSSQL and SSIS.
- Proficiency in Python and SQL, with a strong understanding of software design and architectural patterns.
- Experience working across Agile, Hybrid and Waterfall delivery methodologies, supported by CI/CD, DevOps and monitoring tools.
- Strong analytical, problem‑solving and continuous improvement mindset, with relevant cloud or platform certifications highly regarded.
Why choose AIA:
At AIA, we’ve made a promise to help people live healthier, longer, better lives. And it starts with our own people.
Flexible working arrangements to suit your lifestyle
Access our training and development to build on your current skills
Career development through internal mobility opportunities
Work for a business helping millions of Australians and make a difference to someone’s life everyday
Access additional leave days a year to recharge and refresh yourself
Enjoy wonderful Health and Wellbeing initiatives that support you
Work with supportive and inclusive managers
Flexible working arrangements
At AIA Australia, we’re proud to help guide, support and protect the wellbeing of over 3.5 million Australians. As part of the AIA Group - the largest independent publicly listed pan-Asian life insurance group – it is our ambition to engage one billion people to live Healthier, Longer, Better Lives by 2030. Lots of companies like to say they’re different. What makes us truly different at AIA, is the difference we make in people’s lives. We are proud that this difference has been recognised in the 2023 ANZIIF awards by being named Life Insurance Company of the Year.
AIA is different. Are you?
If you want to be part of an organisation and are ready for a role that offers flexibility, purpose, and the chance to make a difference every day, apply now.
