Director of Engineering (Global Security)

RBC; Toronto; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Canadian bank is seeking a charismatic Director of Engineering to lead the IT Risk and Controls Platform. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in software engineering, particularly in React, Java (Kotlin), and Python. This role requires exceptional mentoring capabilities for junior engineers and a proven track record of delivering high-quality internal applications. The successful candidate will manage project timelines and inspire a high-performing team, ensuring alignment with business and regulatory requirements.

Benefits

Comprehensive Total Rewards Program

Dynamic, collaborative team environment

World-class training program

Qualifications

• 10+ years in software engineering, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Strong expertise in React, Java (Kotlin), and Python.
• Proven track record of building internal applications at RBC.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor engineering teams.
• Strong software design and architecture skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and maintenance of Project Walrus.
• Oversee a team of engineers fostering a collaborative environment.
• Lead code and design reviews to ensure adherence to best practices.
• Mentor and develop junior team members including co-op students.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.

Skills

React

Java (Kotlin)

Python

Cyber Security Management

Critical Thinking

Decision Making

Interpersonal Relationship Management

IT Security Architecture

Education

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science or engineering

Job description

Job Description

What is the Opportunity?

RBC is seeking a charismatic and experienced Director of Engineering to lead the development of the IT Risk and Controls Platform (Project Walrus). This platform is critical to enhancing RBC’s risk management and compliance capabilities. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in React, Java (Kotlin), and Python, along with proven experience in designing and delivering internal applications at RBC. They must be a strong people leader, capable of mentoring co‑op students and new graduates while driving engineering excellence.

What will you do?

• Lead the design, development, and maintenance of the IT Risk and Controls Platform (Project Walrus), ensuring alignment with RBC’s strategic goals.


• Oversee a team of engineers, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment while delivering high-quality software solutions.


• Lead code and design reviews to ensure adherence to best practices, scalability, and maintainability.


• Mentor and develop junior team members, including co‑op students and new graduates, to build a strong engineering culture.


• Ensure adherence to RBC’s internal processes, including Helios, Disaster Recovery (DR), and Identity and Access Management (IAM).


• Drive technical decision‑making, emphasizing scalable, secure, and efficient architecture using React, Java (Kotlin), and Python.


• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (e.g., Risk, Compliance, Security) to deliver solutions that meet regulatory and business requirements.


• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resource allocation to ensure successful delivery.


• Act as a charismatic engineering leader, inspiring and motivating the team to achieve excellence.

What do you need to succeed

Must have:

• 10+ years in software engineering, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.


• Strong expertise in React, Java (Kotlin), and Python. Experience with cloud technologies and microservices architecture is an asset.


• Proven track record of building internal applications at RBC, with deep knowledge of RBC processes (Helios, DR, IAM).


• Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor engineering teams, including co‑op students and new graduates.


• Strong software design and architecture skills, with a focus on scalability, security, and performance.


• Experience leading code and design reviews to maintain high engineering standards.


• Charismatic leadership style, excellent communication, and stakeholder management skills.


• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field

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


• A world‑class training program in financial services


• Flexible work/life balance options


• Opportunities to do challenging work

Job Skills

• Critical Thinking


• Cyber Security Management


• Decision Making


• Detail‑Oriented


• Information Security Management


• Information Technology Security


• Interpersonal Relationship Management


• IT Security Architecture


• Performance Management (PM)

Additional Job Details

• Address: 16 YORK ST: 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: 2025-12-03


• Application Deadline: 2025-12-19

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

Inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment

At 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.

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