Associate Director, FX Settlement Software – Modernization

RBC; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Toronto is seeking an experienced Technical Leader to manage a team responsible for a critical FX settlement platform. The role involves overseeing both legacy systems and modern technologies like APIs and microservices. The ideal candidate has over 8 years in software development, strong leadership abilities, and an understanding of mission-critical systems. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Comprehensive Total Rewards Program

Flexible work/life balance options

Development coaching from leaders

Qualifications

• 8+ years of software development and engineering leadership experience.
• Proven track record of managing development teams in financial services or capital markets.
• Experience with legacy technologies (COBOL, mainframe, HP NonStop/Tandem, or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Lead a development team supporting the FX settlement platform.
• Manage delivery of legacy system enhancements and modernization initiatives.
• Mentor junior and mid-level engineers to build NonStop expertise.

Skills

Software development and engineering leadership

High availability, mission critical systems

Leadership and stakeholder management

COBOL, HP NonStop/Tandem

Java, APIs, microservices

Tools

Cobol Mainframe

Java

Microservices Architecture

Job description

A leading financial institution in Toronto is seeking an experienced Technical Leader to manage a team responsible for a critical FX settlement platform. The role involves overseeing both legacy systems and modern technologies like APIs and microservices. The ideal candidate has over 8 years in software development, strong leadership abilities, and an understanding of mission-critical systems. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth.