WHAT IS THE OPPORTUNITY?Customer Data Management is RBC's strategic data capability initiative focused on building a centralized asset to unlock data opportunities across Personal, Business, Distribution, Marketing, and Operations. This role offers the chance to lead enterprise-scale data architecture and integration efforts at a critical growth phase. You'll shape how RBC delivers advanced data insights through a modern data fabric and mesh architecture while collaborating across multiple squads and business units. This is an chance to drive meaningful impact on RBC's digital transformation strategy and establish architectural governance that will influence the organization for years to come.Job DescriptionCustomer Data Management is RBC's strategic data capability initiative focused on building a centralized asset to unlock data opportunities across Personal, Business, Distribution, Marketing, and Operations. This role offers the chance to lead enterprise-scale data architecture and integration efforts at a critical growth phase. You'll shape how RBC delivers advanced data insights through a modern data fabric and mesh architecture while collaborating across multiple squads and business units. This is an opportunity to drive meaningful impact on RBC's digital transformation strategy and establish architectural governance that will influence the organization for years to come.WHAT WILL YOU DO?Lead the design, development, and implementation of the team's data powered architecture, including data fabric and data mesh patterns aligned with enterprise standardsPartner with squad leads to translate business requirements into scalable technical solutionsDefine solution architecture standards, integration patterns, and technology approaches that balance innovation with governance and security requirementsCoordinate cross-functional workstreams to ensure architecture decisions are validated, documented, and communicated across stakeholder groupsManage architectural risks, dependencies, and trade-offs; identify conflicts early and elevate to leadershipDrive the alignment of Customer Data Management architecture with enterprise data strategy,



ensuring consistency with RBC's broader data ecosystem and architectural governance frameworksCollaborate with business partners across P&CB and other LOBs to understand use cases and translate them into architectural blueprints and implementation roadmapsMentor/consult with other solution architects and technical leads within squads; establish best practices for architecture documentation and design reviewsWHAT DO YOU NEED TO SUCCEED?Must Have10+ years of experience designing and implementing enterprise data architectures, with hands‐on expertise in data mesh, data fabric, and modern data platform patternsHands‐on experience with RBC's technology landscape for data and AI (tools (Collibra, IDP) and/or data platformsDemonstrated ability to lead complex, multi‐workstream programs with competing priorities; proven success translating business strategy into executable technical roadmapsStrong understanding of cloud data platforms (AWS, Azure, or similar), data integration technologies, and metadata management approachesExcellent communication skills across multiple audiences (technical teams, business stakeholders, C‐suite); ability to influence without authority and build consensus across matrix organizationsDeep knowledge of financial services industry data architecture requirements, regulatory constraints, and governance frameworksNice‐to‐HaveExperience architecting solutions within large, global financial institutions or other complex regulated environmentsBackground in data governance, data quality frameworks, or enterprise data strategyExperience working in agile environments with distributed, multi‐squad delivery modelsWHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?Lead a high‐impact strategic initiative shaping RBC's data futureWork with world‐class data and technology talent across multiple business domainsCompetitive compensation package with comprehensive total rewards,



including bonuses and flexible benefitsExecutive sponsorship and coaching from senior leadership invested in your growthOpportunities for professional development in emerging data technologies and architectural practicesFlexible work arrangements supporting work‐life balanceThe ability to make lasting impact on how RBC serves its clients through better data insights and capabilitiesJob SkillsApplications Architecture, Architectural Modeling, Critical Thinking, Enterprise IT Architecture, Information Technology Consulting, Multi‐Level Communication, Platform Architecture, Software Product Design, System Applications, Transitional ArchitectureAdditional Job DetailsAddress: RBC WATERPARK PLACE, 88 QUEENS QUAY W:TORONTOCity: TorontoCountry: CanadaWork hours/week: 37.5Employment Type: Full timePlatform: TECHNOLOGY AND OPERATIONSJob Type: RegularPay Type: SalariedPosted Date: 2026-07-22Application Deadline: 2026-08-28NoteApplications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date aboveOur Employment OpportunitiesAt RBC, we are guided by living shared values of Client First, Integrity, Collaboration, Respect and Excellence and winning together as One RBC. We believe an inclusive workplace that has diverse perspectives is core to our continued growth as one of the largest and most successful banks in the world. Maintaining a workplace where our employees feel supported to perform at their best, effectively collaborate, drive innovation, and grow professionally helps to bring our Purpose to life and create value for our clients and communities. RBC strives to deliver this through policies and programs intended to foster a workplace based on respect, belonging and opportunity for all.Join our Talent CommunityStay in‐the‐know about great career opportunities at RBC. Sign up and get customized info on our latest jobs, career tips and Recruitment events that matter to you.Expand your limits and create a new future together at RBC. Find out how we use our passion and drive to enhance the well‐being of our clients and communities at jobs.Rbc.Com #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Lead Solution Architect, Customer Data Management (Toronto)
🏢 RBC
📍 Toronto