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Data & AI Architect
Role summary
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The Data & AI Architect will define enterprise architecture for data platforms, artificial intelligence and machine-learning capabilities across OCBC. The role typically requires a degree in computer science, engineering or a related discipline, together with substantial experience in data architecture, cloud platforms, AI technologies, governance and large-scale technology transformation. Strong knowledge of enterprise architecture frameworks, data security, privacy, integration patterns and modern platforms such as cloud data warehouses and lakehouses is expected. Candidates should be able to translate business needs into practical technology strategies, communicate effectively with senior stakeholders, influence architecture decisions and guide delivery teams. Experience in banking, regulated industries and responsible AI would be advantageous.
Can I work in Singapore?
Never pay anyone for a visa or a job offer. A real employer pays the permit costs and never asks you for money.
How it works
How it works: Employment Pass: SGD 6,200+ a month in banking at 23, more with age (6,600 from January 2027), plus 40 COMPASS points for pay, degree, nationality mix and local hiring.
Before you apply: Dealing, advising and senior roles usually need a regulator's licence or approval, which checks your honesty, skills and finances. Ask if your job does.
Watch for: You score 0 nationality points when your nationality is 25% or more of the firm's professionals and managers; the job is usually advertised to locals for 14 days first.
Official source: Ministry of Manpower: Employment Pass eligibility. Checked November 2026.
What the job usually comes with in Singapore
Usual for Banking jobs in Singapore, varies by employer. Checked November 2026.
| Housing | Not usual; senior expats may get an allowance; Work Permit staff: employer must ensure proper housing (by law) |
|---|---|
| Relocation | Work Permit staff: employer pays levy, bond and insurance (by law); relocation help is an expat perk |
| Flights | Work Permit staff: flight home paid by the employer (by law); others only if the offer says so |
| Contract | Work Permit up to 2 years; S Pass and Employment Pass up to 2, then 3; notice 1 day to 4 weeks by default |
| Leave | 7 to 14 days (by law; many get more); 11 public holidays; 14 days' sick leave, 60 in hospital |
| Income tax | 0% up to SGD 20,000 a year, then 2% to 24% (about 3% at SGD 60,000); resident rates on a 1-year pass |
| Health cover | Employer must insure Work Permit and S Pass staff, SGD 60,000 a year (by law); Employment Pass: company plan |
Senior staff often get more than line staff, for example a single room or a yearly home flight. Ask the employer what the job includes before you accept.
Guidance, not legal advice. Rules change; your employer confirms the details for your case.
About OCBC Bank
OCBC Bank is one of Southeast Asia’s largest financial institutions and is headquartered in Singapore. Established in 1932, it provides consumer, business, corporate and investment banking services across Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Greater China and other international markets. The bank is known for its strong regional franchise, broad range of financial products and continuing investment in digital banking and technology. OCBC serves individuals, small and medium-sized enterprises, large corporations and institutional clients. Its technology agenda includes modern data platforms, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, automation and cloud-enabled services. As a major regulated bank, OCBC places emphasis on risk management, customer trust, resilience, compliance and responsible innovation. Employees can expect a structured corporate environment, opportunities to work on large-scale transformation programmes and collaboration with teams across multiple business and regional markets.