Job Description What is the prospect? Are you a visionary technical leader ready to transform how we process cheques at scale? We're looking for a Director of Software Engineering to spearhead the modernization of our Digital Cheque Processing Portfolio—a mission-critical platform serving five lines of business with 99.5% availability standards. In this role, you'll combine deep technical expertise with strategic vision to drive platform evolution, establish governance frameworks, and embed AI-driven innovation into our delivery lifecycle. You'll own the full spectrum of software delivery, from design to support, while building high-performing teams and shaping enterprise-wide data strategies. If you thrive on solving complex technical challenges, mentoring emerging leaders, and catalyzing organizational transformation, this opportunity awaits. What will you do? Strategic Leadership & Delivery Partner with senior business leaders across five Lines of Business to align platform modernization initiatives with evolving enterprise needs Make independent strategic decisions on platform direction, technology roadmap, and operational excellence while mentoring senior management teams Drive innovation by identifying and solving highly complex technical challenges in platform engineering, data integration, and emerging AI-driven delivery models Platform & Technology Ownership Oversee end-to-end design, development,



and modernization of Digital Cheque Processing platforms, managing cross-functional teams and leading transformational technology changes Manage complex vendor relationships (Candescent, IBM, Instantiations, Symcor) to ensure seamless integration, timely delivery, and value realization Advance platform resilience and operational capabilities while maintaining 99.5% availability across mission-critical systems Evaluate emerging technologies and industry trends to enhance organizational data capabilities and competitive positioning Own accountability for zero critical vulnerabilities across 13 production platforms and lead security/compliance initiatives Team Leadership & Development Direct multiple development teams, fostering high performance through clear accountability, mentorship, and professional growth opportunities Champion AI adoption and hands‑on innovation initiatives to increase team efficiency and develop new organizational capabilities Model leadership through example, reinforcing RBC's people‑driven, client‑focused leadership model What do you need to succeed? Must-have: Experience & Track Record Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent 12+ years of progressive software development experience; 7+ years in leadership roles within payments/financial services technology Proven track record leading development teams through complex, multi-vendor

📌 Director Software Engineering (Toronto)
🏢 CoCounsel
📍 Toronto