Your Role with Us
As a Software & AI Engineer Specialist within Core Platforms, you will help shape the technology solutions that keep AIA running smoothly, securely and efficiently. Working closely with engineers, business stakeholders and technology partners, you will design, build, support and continuously improve applications that enable reliable business operations.
This role combines modern software engineering with AI-assisted and agentic development practices, giving you the opportunity to drive innovation, automate processes and enhance delivery outcomes. You will contribute to a collaborative team environment where knowledge sharing, continuous learning and the responsible use of AI are valued, enabling both personal growth and broader team capability.
Your Impact
- Design and deliver scalable, secure and reliable technology solutions that support critical business operations across core platforms
- Leverage AI-assisted engineering tools and agentic workflows to improve productivity, accelerate delivery and enhance code quality
- Automate processes and develop reusable AI assets, including skills, prompts and agents, that increase team efficiency and capability
- Resolve incidents, investigate root causes and implement improvements that strengthen system stability and performance
- Champion secure engineering practices by embedding DevSecOps, automated testing and security controls throughout the development lifecycle
- Collaborate with stakeholders, teams and vendors to deliver high-quality outcomes that align technology solutions with business needs
Your Capabilities
- You have experience designing, developing and supporting applications within enterprise technology environments
- You bring practical expertise in scripting and automation using technologies such as PowerShell, Bash and Python, alongside modern software development practices
- You have hands-on experience using AI-assisted development tools to design, build, test and document software while applying sound judgement to validate outputs and maintain quality and security
- You have a strong understanding of AI-assisted and agentic development tools, including GitHub Copilot and agent mode, and how they enhance engineering productivity and delivery outcomes
- You bring knowledge of agentic delivery practices and AI engineering concepts such as prompt engineering, context engineering, harness engineering and loop engineering
- You have experience delivering work through an AI-augmented or agentic software development lifecycle, including independent review, governance and human approval checkpoints
- You bring an understanding of responsible and secure AI practices, including protecting sensitive information, safeguarding credentials and identifying potential prompt-injection or security risks
- You have experience building and sharing reusable AI assets, such as custom Copilot skills, prompts and agents, that elevate team capability and productivity
- You bring strong problem-solving skills and communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
- You have experience working within Agile, Waterfall or similar delivery environments and contribute positively to cross-functional teams
- You may also have experience leading the delivery of outcomes through orchestration of AI agents, evolving from a traditional developer approach to coordinating and directing agent-based execution
- It is great if you have exposure to CI/CD, DevSecOps, application security tooling and modern security practices such as OWASP, SAST, DAST and software composition analysis tooling
Your Life at AIA
At AIA, your skills in technology, data, and analytics are more than technical expertise, they’re the foundation for creating Healthier, Longer, Better Lives. In return for your contribution, we offer a dynamic environment where innovation thrives, flexible ways of working, and opportunities to lead digital transformation at scale. You’ll have access to cutting-edge tools, continuous learning programs, and a collaborative culture that values curiosity and creativity. Together, we’ll design smarter solutions, unlock insights, and build digital experiences that make a real difference for millions of people across Asia-Pacific.
DEIB
Diversity, equity, and inclusion are central to who we are and how we work. We value people from all walks of life and welcome candidates of all backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences, including those with disabilities, additional mental health needs, chronic health conditions, or who are neurodiverse. If you’re excited about this role but don’t meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply. And if there’s anything we can do to support you during the recruitment process, please contact us at nz.talentacquisition@aia.com.
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