Solution Architect
Posting Date : 15 Jun 2026 | Close Date :13 Sep 2026


Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced Solution Architect to lead the design and

governance of secure, scalable, and compliant technology solutions within a financial

services (insurance) enterprise environment. This role requires strong expertise

in modern application frameworks, application security, and network architecture,

particularly in designing API Gateway–based communication between frontend

channels and backend core insurance systems. The Solution Architect will ensure

solutions meet regulatory requirements, enterprise security standards, and business

needs while supporting digital transformation initiatives across the insurance value

chain.

Key Responsibilities

Design end-to-end solution architectures for digital insurance platforms,

including customer portals, agent systems, and core backend services.

Define and enforce architecture standards aligned with financial services

regulatory, security, and compliance requirements.

Architect secure and scalable frontend-to-backend communication using API

Gateways, supporting omnichannel access (web, mobile, partner integrations).

Design and review network topology, including API gateways, load balancers,

firewalls, DMZ, and secure connectivity to internal and external systems.

Ensure application and API security best practices are embedded in solution

designs, including:

OWASP Top 10

Secure API design (OAuth2, OpenID Connect, JWT, mTLS)

Data encryption in transit and at rest

Analyze and remediate findings from penetration testing, vulnerability

assessments, and security audits, working closely with security teams.

Collaborate with development, infrastructure, DevOps, security, and risk teams

to ensure solutions comply with enterprise policies and regulatory expectations.

Provide architectural oversight during development, testing, deployment, and

production support.

Evaluate and recommend technologies, frameworks, and platforms suitable

for high availability, resiliency, and disaster recovery.

Produce and maintain architecture artifacts, including solution designs,

integration diagrams, and security models.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related

field (or equivalent professional experience).

Proven experience as a Solution Architect or Technical Architect in a financial

services or insurance enterprise environment.

Strong knowledge of modern application frameworks and architectures (e.g.,

React, Angular, Spring Boot, .NET Core, Node.js, microservices).

Solid understanding of application security, with hands-on experience

addressing:

Penetration testing findings

Vulnerability scanning results

Secure coding and secure API practices

Strong experience with API Gateway platforms (e.g., Kong, Apigee, AWS API

Gateway, Azure API Management).

In-depth understanding of enterprise network architecture, including:

Frontend and backend segregation

API gateway placement

Load balancing, firewall rules, and secure connectivity

Familiarity with insurance systems, data sensitivity, and regulatory

considerations (e.g., customer data protection, auditability, resiliency).

Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and hybrid architectures

is an advantage.

Exposure to CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps practices is preferred.

Soft Skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a risk-aware mindset.

Excellent communication skills, able to translate complex technical concepts

into business-relevant discussions.

Ability to influence architecture decisions across cross-functional teams without

direct authority.

High level of accountability and ownership in a regulated, enterprise

environment.

Collaborative and proactive, with the ability to balance innovation and

compliance.

Strong documentation, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.

Added Advantage

Experience with LLMOps or AI/ML platform architecture, including:

Deployment and governance of large language models in enterprise

environments

Secure integration of LLMs with APIs and backend systems

Model monitoring, versioning, and risk controls (e.g., data privacy,

hallucination mitigation)

Familiarity with responsible AI principles, especially in regulated financial

services contexts.

 

 


Sub Specialization : Administration;Back-end Support
Type of Employment : Permanent
Minimum Experience : Fresher
Work Location : Kuala Lumpur