Lead Enterprise Architect
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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 organizations 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
Bachelors/ masters 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:
Well empower you to learn and grow the career you want.
Well recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words.
As part of our global team well support you in shaping the future you want to see.
About Manulife and John Hancock
Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider helping people make their decisions easier and lives better. To learn more about us visit is an Equal Opportunity Employer
At Manulife/John Hancock we embrace our diversity. We strive to attract develop and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the customers we serve and to foster an inclusive work environment that embraces the strength of cultures and individuals. We are committed to fair recruitment retention advancement and compensation and we administer all of our practices and programs without discrimination on the basis of race ancestry place of origin colour ethnic origin citizenship religion or religious beliefs creed sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions) sexual orientation genetic characteristics veteran status gender identity gender expression age marital status family status disability or any other ground protected by applicable law.
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