American Amicable Group
Senior Director, Information Technology
American Amicable Group, Waco, Texas, United States, 76796
Overview
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 Information 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
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
What Could Accelerate Your Success In This Role
Brings 15+ years of deep experience in information technologies
Has a bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field
Excels in strategic planning and presenting business cases for major IT initiatives
Demonstrates strong leadership in managing cross-functional teams and large projects
Understands software development cycles
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
Why you’ll love working with us
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 more
Apply now and get ahead of your career, where your talent really belongs! 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.
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Senior Director of Information 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
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
What Could Accelerate Your Success In This Role
Brings 15+ years of deep experience in information technologies
Has a bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field
Excels in strategic planning and presenting business cases for major IT initiatives
Demonstrates strong leadership in managing cross-functional teams and large projects
Understands software development cycles
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
Why you’ll love working with us
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 more
Apply now and get ahead of your career, where your talent really belongs! 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.
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