Director, Incentive Comp Portfolio

RBC; Toronto; On-site; CAD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Toronto is seeking an experienced Technology Leader to oversee complex application development projects. This role requires extensive leadership experience in software development and a deep understanding of platform engineering. You will work collaboratively with business executives to deliver innovative technology solutions and play a key role in shaping the organization's technology strategy. The position offers competitive compensation and a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive Total Rewards Program

Flexible benefits

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• 15+ years professional technology experience leading software development teams.
• 10+ years of hands-on experience in platform engineering and data engineering.
• Expertise in OCP (Red Hat OpenShift) including deployment and CI/CD.

Responsibilities

• Lead application development projects to ensure alignment with business strategies.
• Guide technical design and implementation of Incentive Comp solutions.
• Collaborate with business executives to develop a roadmap.

Skills

Application Development

People Management

Communication

System Applications

Job description

Job Description

What will you do?

• Lead the delivery of complex application development projects, ensuring alignment with client needs and business strategies focused on technology innovation. Overseeing the entire project lifecycle, including planning, execution, and delivery, while ensuring projects meet business requirements and timelines.
• Contribute to the overall Incentive Comp Tech strategy, identify opportunities for innovation and improvement, and stay up-to-date with the latest technologies.
• Provide guidance on technical design, architecture, and implementation of Incentive Comp solutions, including customization, integration, and security - ensuring high standards and quality of technical work.
• Responsible for a portfolio of work including modernization, annual enhancements, and re-design initiatives that support the sales incentive compensation programs at RBC.
• Collaborate with Executive business partners, operational partners and vendors to understand business priorities and develop a road map to deliver.
• Provide direction, motivation, and development for management teams and key staff, ensuring high performance.
• Provide support in troubleshooting and resolving technical issues, ensuring the stability and performance of Incentive Comp applications.

What do you need to succeed?

Must Have

• 15+ years professional technology experience leading software development teams and managing complex programs with high frequency of requests and multiple priorities
• 10+ years of hands-on experience in platform engineering, data engineering and related technologies.
• Expertise in OCP (Red Hat OpenShift) including deployment, networking, CI/CD integration, and cluster operations.
• Strong experience with on-prem technologies and Cloud (AWS, Azure) and hybrid cloud environments.
• Experience in partnering with business executives to collaborate on vision & report on progress.
• Experience managing a development team (with onshore & offshore resources) and ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
• Proven leadership skills and direct people management experience (5+ years)
• Excellent communication skills and ability to effectively interact with key stakeholders and vendors
• Ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues and find creative solutions and to communicate those in both technical and non-technical audiences
• Enterprise organizational awareness

Nice to Have

• Ability to facilitate discussions and influence key decision-makers across functions and businesses.
• Expertise in Cloud Implementation and large Transformation initiatives.
• A strong understanding of technology and/or financial services industry.
• Prior experience working with engineering teams to Data, AI and ML
• Knowledge of Incentive Comp programs and concepts

What’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 flexible benefits, competitive compensation, commissions, and stock where applicable
• Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities
• Ability to make a difference and lasting impact
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
• Opportunities to do challenging work
• Opportunities to take on progressively greater accountabilities
• Opportunities to building close relationships with key stakeholders

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Job Skills

Application Development, Application Maintenance, Applications Architecture, Application Services, Communication, Development Projects, Enterprise Application Delivery, Information Technology Management, Information Technology Trends, People Management, Programming Languages, Relationship Maintenance, System Applications, Taking Initiative

Additional Job Details

Address:

20 KING ST W:TORONTO

City:

Toronto

Country:

Canada

Work hours/week:

37.5

Employment Type:

Full time

Platform:

TECHNOLOGY AND OPERATIONS

Job Type:

Regular

Pay Type:

Salaried

Posted Date:

2025-08-11

Application Deadline:

2025-08-29

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above

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