WHAT IS THE OPPORTUNITY?Are you a talented, creative and results-driven professional who thrives on delivering high-performing applications? Come join us!Job DescriptionWHAT IS THE OPPORTUNITY?Are you a talented, creative and results-driven qualified who thrives on delivering high-performing applications? Come join us!Global Functions Technology (GFT) is part of RBC's Technology and Operations division. GFT's impact is far-reaching as we collaborate with partners from across the company to deliver innovative and transformative IT solutions. Our clients represent Risk, Finance, HR, CAO, Audit, Legal, Compliance, Financial Crime, Capital Markets, Personal and Commercial Banking and Wealth Management. We also lead the development of digital tools and platforms to enhance collaboration.We are seeking an exceptional AI Quality Engineer to architect and lead our transition from traditional QA to an AI-Led Software Development Lifecycle (AISDLC) testing framework. This role is foundational to modernizing how we validate AI-driven features, optimize test coverage, and ensure data quality at scale across complex organizational domains.This is a strategic hire that combines hands-on engineering excellence with organizational leadership capacity, establishing RBC as a leader in intelligent, continuous validation.WHAT WILL YOU DO?Design AI/ML-powered test optimization frameworks – Architect intelligent test coverage systems using advanced methodologies to intelligently prioritize and select test cases, reducing manual testing overhead while maintaining quality standardsEstablish AISDLC governance and quality standards – Define comprehensive testing standards, governance models, and quality metrics that apply across the organization for AI-enabled systems and featuresIntegrate AI-driven validation into CI/CD pipelines – Embed real-time, continuous quality assurance throughout development workflows to enable rapid, safe deployments at scaleImplement predictive validation and monitoring systems – Deploy continuous validation with proactive observability tools that detect data drift, validate model performance, and identify quality issues in parallel with developmentBuild scalable, adaptive test automation infrastructure – Create intelligent automation platforms that dynamically evolve with AI systems, including complex validation for data quality, feature behavior,



and system performanceDefine enterprise data quality protocols – Establish robust validation processes for large-scale datasets across key functions (brand marketing, compensation, database systems) to ensure reliable AI-enabled featuresTranslate business requirements into technical automation – Bridge organizational needs with scalable, intelligent validation logic that demonstrates ROI through deployment velocity, test cycle reduction, and improved time-to-marketBuild center of excellence and develop specialized teams – Establish RBC's QE function as a leading center for AI testing practices while upskilling existing staff in modern automation and AISDLC methodologiesCreate strategic modernization roadmaps – Develop comprehensive plans for transforming QE capabilities across complex, interconnected domains with clear governance balancing speed and qualityWHAT DO YOU NEED TO SUCCEED?Must have:7+ years test automation architecture with 3+ years in AI/ML systems testing; expert proficiency in AI/ML testing frameworks, MLOps, CI/CD integration, and programming (Python, Java); Experience withtest data management and AISDLC methodologies.Strategic & Architectural Capability: Proven ability to design scalable QA frameworks across interconnected domains; track record modernizing legacy QA processes; experience translating business requirements into technical automation strategies; strong understanding offinancial services compliance testing.Leadership & Team Building: Proven ability to build, mentor, and lead high-performing teams; experience establishingcenters of excellence; demonstrated organizational influence and stakeholder management.Communication & Adaptability: Exceptional communication skills translating complex technical concepts for diverse audiences; comfort operating in ambiguous environments with emerging technologies; ability to establish recent practices and frameworks from the ground up.Nice-to-haveBackground in financial services or regulated industry QAExperience with model monitoring, MLOps, or ML pipeline validationFamiliarity with Robotic Process Automation (RPA) testing,



performance and load testing frameworks for AI systemsOpen-source contributions or thought leadership in AI/ML testing with agile and DevOps environmentsWHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?We thrive on the challenge to be our best, progressive thinking to keep growing, and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual.A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and adaptable benefits, competitive compensation, commissions, and stock where applicableLeaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunitiesAbility to make a difference and lasting impactWork in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing teamA world-class training program in financial servicesOpportunities to do challenging work#TECHPJJob SkillsAgile SDLC, Application Testing, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Artificial Intelligence Planning, Artificial Intelligence Strategy, Decision Making, Detail-Oriented, Group Problem Solving, IT Quality Assurance, LLM Evaluation, Long Term Planning, Machine Language, Predictive Analytics, Programming Languages, Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), Software Product Testing, Software Testing Life Cycle (STLC), Test AutomationAdditional Job DetailsAddress:20 KING ST W:TORONTOCity:TorontoCountry:CanadaWork hours/week:37.5Employment Type:Full timePlatform:TECHNOLOGY AND OPERATIONSJob Type:RegularPay Type:SalariedPosted Date:2026-08-19Application Deadline:2026-09-19Note:Applications 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Ai Quality Engineer (Toronto)
🏢 RBC
📍 Toronto