What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Director, Technology position at American Amicable Group?
Job Description
Build the future with us
Are you passionate about driving digital transformation and leading high-impact IT initiatives? At American Amicable, part of iA Financial Group, we’re on a mission to empower our clients with confidence and security for their future. As our Senior Director of Technology, you’ll be at the forefront of innovation—steering modernization, transformation, and product development across our IT landscape.
This is your opportunity to lead with purpose, shape strategic direction, and cultivate a high-performing team in a collaborative, agile environment. Here, people and their growth are at the heart of everything we do.
What You’ll Accomplish With Us
As Senior Director, you’ll be responsible for:
We’re looking for someone who:
Still unsure? At iA, we believe in potential and value diverse experiences. If this role inspires you, go ahead and apply – your place might be with us, and we want to get to know you!
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to support or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time, including H-1B visas and participation in STEM OPT work authorizations.
Company
American-Amicable Life Insurance Company of Texas
Posting End Date
2025-12-31
About Us
American Amicable is a part of iA Financial Group, one of the largest insurance and wealth management groups in North America. Our headquarters is in Waco, TX. Tracing its roots back to 1910, the American-Amicable Life Insurance Company of Texas is a progressive special markets insurer. The Company offers innovative life insurance and annuity products developed to target the individual needs of protection, wealth creation, and estate preservation.
iA Financial Group is the fourth largest life and health insurance company in Canada and offers a wide range of products for all stages of life and to meet the needs of clients across its vast sales network. Founded in 1892, iA Financial Group’s stability and solidity make it an employer of choice that invests in its employees and their development over the long term. Our CEO Denis Ricard won #1 Insurance CEO in Canada from Glassdoor!
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
At iA American, we support and celebrate diversity. We strive to provide a workplace that is recognized as inclusive for all, regardless of ethnic origin, nationality, language, religious beliefs, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, family situation, or physical or mental disability.
Please note that if you need help or assistance to make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please contact us. Someone from our team will be happy to assist you.
Build the future with us
Are you passionate about driving digital transformation and leading high-impact IT initiatives? At American Amicable, part of iA Financial Group, we’re on a mission to empower our clients with confidence and security for their future. As our Senior Director of Technology, you’ll be at the forefront of innovation—steering modernization, transformation, and product development across our IT landscape.
This is your opportunity to lead with purpose, shape strategic direction, and cultivate a high-performing team in a collaborative, agile environment. Here, people and their growth are at the heart of everything we do.
What You’ll Accomplish With Us
As Senior Director, you’ll be responsible for:
- Defining and executing American Amicable’s IT strategy in alignment with corporate goals
- Leading IT operations and overseeing solution delivery, including security, compliance, and supplier performance
- Advising internal partners on IT solutions—from software acquisition to cloud integration
- Managing large-scale projects and multiple teams with a focus on coaching, career development, and performance
- Ensuring delivery of IT services that meet business needs, quality standards, and budget expectations
- Driving innovation through Agile and DevOps methodologies while adhering to iA’s standards
We’re looking for someone who:
- Brings 15 years of deep experience in information technologies
- Has a bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field
- Functional software development experience and understands software development cycles
- Excels in strategic planning and presenting business cases for major IT initiatives
- Demonstrates strong leadership in managing cross-functional teams and large projects
- Is known for developing talent and fostering a learning culture
- Has experience in financial, banking, or insurance sectors (a plus)
- Can travel up to 15%, including periodic travel to Canada
- A culture that values learning, innovation, and collaboration
- A safe, inclusive, and flexible work environment
- Opportunities to grow your career in a company that celebrates diversity and potential
- Competitive Benefits: Health insurance plans, 401k matching, vacation and wellness/personal development days, telemedicine, employee and family assistance program, ergonomic furniture program, performance bonus, discounts on iA products, and much more!
Still unsure? At iA, we believe in potential and value diverse experiences. If this role inspires you, go ahead and apply – your place might be with us, and we want to get to know you!
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to support or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time, including H-1B visas and participation in STEM OPT work authorizations.
Company
American-Amicable Life Insurance Company of Texas
Posting End Date
2025-12-31
About Us
American Amicable is a part of iA Financial Group, one of the largest insurance and wealth management groups in North America. Our headquarters is in Waco, TX. Tracing its roots back to 1910, the American-Amicable Life Insurance Company of Texas is a progressive special markets insurer. The Company offers innovative life insurance and annuity products developed to target the individual needs of protection, wealth creation, and estate preservation.
iA Financial Group is the fourth largest life and health insurance company in Canada and offers a wide range of products for all stages of life and to meet the needs of clients across its vast sales network. Founded in 1892, iA Financial Group’s stability and solidity make it an employer of choice that invests in its employees and their development over the long term. Our CEO Denis Ricard won #1 Insurance CEO in Canada from Glassdoor!
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
At iA American, we support and celebrate diversity. We strive to provide a workplace that is recognized as inclusive for all, regardless of ethnic origin, nationality, language, religious beliefs, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, family situation, or physical or mental disability.
Please note that if you need help or assistance to make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please contact us. Someone from our team will be happy to assist you.