Shape and align GRS technology strategy across the business unit and enterpriseDefine platform roadmaps, OKRs, modernization priorities, and delivery sequencingProvide technology leadership for digital experiences, core systems, data capabilities, integrations, and platform modernizationOversee end-to-end delivery of GRS digital and technology platforms across internal teams, vendors, system integrators, and enterprise partnersImprove delivery velocity, quality, reliability, predictability, and productivity across agile squadsServe as the primary escalation point for platform, delivery, vendor, operational, and dependency-related issuesLead, mentor, and develop GRS technology leaders and teamsOptimize team structures, platform ownership, accountabilities, succession planning, and capability developmentManage platform budgets, financials, forecasting, investment prioritization, vendors, and system integratorsEnsure platform stability, resiliency, security, technology currency, lifecycle management, incident management, change management, disaster recovery, and business continuityManage technical debt, aging platforms, operational risk, and service reliabilityPartner with Product, Client Experience, Business Operations, Architecture, Operations, and Enterprise Technology leadersRepresent GRS technology in executive forums and drive shared accountability for outcomesRequirementsBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field10+ years of experience in senior technology leadership rolesDemonstrated success delivering complex, mission-critical systemsExperience modernizing and enabling wealth, retirement, investment, sponsor/advisor, or member-facing digital platformsStrong understanding of wealth, retirement, investment products,



and regulated financial services environmentsExperience leading technology teams through modernization, transformation, and operating model changeExperience managing sizable budgets, vendor portfolios, and technology cost optimizationStrong technical credibility across contemporary digital platforms, integrations, data, mainframe/core systems, and operational reliabilityExcellent communication, stakeholder management, executive presence, and leadership skillsDecisive, pragmatic, outcomes-driven leadership in complex and ambiguous environmentsAbility to challenge architecture, delivery practices, platform decisions, and CI/CD approachesStrong commitment to developing people, building resilient teams, and creating an inclusive leadership cultureBilingual French and English, oral and written, required for Quebec-based applicantsCore CompetenciesDemonstrates expertise in technology leadership, platform modernization, and managing complex digital systems within regulated financial services. Proven ability to optimize team structures, manage budgets, and drive successful outcomes in ambiguous environments.Highest-signal resume keywordsTechnology LeadershipPlatform ModernizationBudget ManagementStakeholder ManagementBilingual French and EnglishATS Optimization KeywordsHard SkillsDigital Platform DevelopmentData IntegrationCore Systems ManagementOperational ReliabilityCI/CD ApproachesAgile MethodologiesTechnical Debt ManagementIncident ManagementChange ManagementDisaster RecoverySoft SkillsExcellent CommunicationLeadership SkillsDecisive LeadershipPragmatic Problem SolvingTeam DevelopmentCertifications & QualificationsBachelor's Degree in Computer ScienceBachelor's Degree in EngineeringIndustry KeywordsWealth ManagementRetirement ProductsInvestment ProductsRegulated Financial ServicesVendor Management #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Avp, Technology Lead, Grs Digital (Toronto)
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📍 Toronto