Job DescriptionThe Senior Director of Dev Ops Product Management and Strategy is a transformation-focused strategic leadership role that will shape RBC's future as a technology-led financial services leader. This position uniquely combines strategic vision, product management discipline, and organizational change leadership to drive the adoption of AI-enabled Dev Ops practices across our enterprise.What will you do?Strategic LeadershipDevelop and own the 3-5 year Dev Ops transformation strategy aligned with enterprise technology and business objectivesDefine the strategic vision for AI-enabled SDLC practices, determining which technologies, frameworks, and approaches RBC will standardize on, including harness engineering and specification-driven developmentLead strategic planning cycles including portfolio prioritization, investment allocation, and build-vs-buy decisions for Dev Ops capabilitiesConduct market intelligence and competitive analysis to position RBC as a technology leader and inform strategic technology choicesPartner with enterprise architecture and technology strategy teams to ensure Dev Ops strategy supports long-term business goals and enables business outcomesDrive innovation strategy by establishing experimentation frameworks, pilot-to-scale pathways, and balancing innovation with operational excellenceDevelop strategic partnerships with technology vendors, industry groups, and external advisors to accelerate capability developmentProduct Management & ExecutionDefine and execute the product strategy and roadmap for Dev Ops platforms, tools, and services across the T&O organizationLead cross-functional teams to deliver innovative Dev Ops products that enhance developer productivity and operational efficiencyChampion the integration of AI and automation technologies into Dev Ops and SDLC workflows to optimize processes and reduce manual effortCollaborate with engineering, operations, and business stakeholders to gather requirements and prioritize product featuresManage product lifecycle from conception through delivery, ensuring alignment with business objectives and customer needsBuild and maintain relationships with internal customers, gathering feedback to continuously improve product offeringsDevelop business cases and ROI models for Dev Ops investments, demonstrating value delivery to executive leadershipLeadership & CultureFoster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation within the Dev Ops product organizationStay current with Dev Ops industry trends,



emerging technologies, and best practices to inform product strategyOversee budget and resource prioritization for Dev Ops product initiativesWhat do you need to succeed?Must Have10+ years of product management or related leadership experience with 5+ years managing product teams and driving cross-functional initiativesProven experience leading enterprise transformation in complex organizations and developing multi-year technology strategiesExceptional executive communication skills with ability to influence senior technology leaders and translate technical complexity into business valueStrong track record building strategic relationships with technology clients and presenting to executive audiencesDeep knowledge of Dev Ops principles, CI/CD pipelines, containerization, and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)Understanding of AI/ML applications in Dev Ops and automationExperience conducting market analysis, competitive benchmarking, and technology trend assessmentStrong business acumen with proven ability to build business cases, measure ROI, and make strategic decisions including portfolio rationalization and build-vs-buy analysisDeep understanding of governance frameworks, security compliance, and risk management in regulated environmentsExperience with agile product development methodologiesAbility to navigate complex organizational structures and influence without direct authorityNice to HaveMaster's degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, Engineering, or related fieldExperience with strategic planning frameworks (Wardley Mapping, OKRs, Technology Radar)Management consulting background focused on technology strategy or transformationFamiliarity with AI development harnesses (Claude, Copilot, Windsurf) and harness engineering conceptsExperience with specification-driven development methodologies and scaling pilot programs to enterprise-wide adoptionChange management certification (Prosci, CCMP)Product management (CSPO, CPM) or cloud platform certifications (AWS, Azure,



GCP)Industry recognition as a thought leader in Dev Ops or platform engineeringWhat’s in it for you?A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible 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 servicesFlexible work/life balance optionsOpportunities to do challenging work#TECHPJJob SkillsCreative Visioning, Information Technology (IT) Infrastructure, Information Technology Trends, IT Architecture, IT Service Management (ITSM), IT Systems Integration, IT Systems Management, Long Term Planning, Strategic Thinking, Systems SoftwareAdditional 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: Application Deadline: Note: 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 prospect 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 is presently inviting candidates to apply for this existing vacancy. Applying to this posting allows you to express your interest in this current career opportunity at RBC. Qualified applicants may be contacted to review their resume in more detail.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Senior Director, Devops Product Management And Strategy (Toronto)
🏢 RBC
📍 Toronto