Director, Security AI Products, (Global Security)

RBC; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Toronto is seeking an experienced data science professional to oversee innovative machine learning solutions. In this role, you will collaborate with various teams, drive product strategy, and ensure the effective delivery of data-driven insights. Candidates should have a graduate degree and significant experience in data science or machine learning, along with strong communication skills. This position offers competitive compensation and the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive Total Rewards Program

Flexible benefits

Competitive compensation

World-class training program

Qualifications

• Five or more years of professional experience in data science or machine learning.
• Strong understanding of the data science development lifecycle.
• Experience managing data science teams is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Drive strategic value through data science and machine learning products.
• Collaborate with business units to gather requirements.
• Lead product planning, development, and operations.

Skills

Data science expertise

Machine learning knowledge

Strong communication skills

Agile framework experience

Education

Graduate degree in Mathematics, Statistics, or Computer Science

Job description

Overview

We have an exciting opportunity in RBC’s Global Security. We’re looking for a seasoned individual that oversees the design, implementation, consumption, and validation of data science and machine learning solutions for RBC’s Global Security function. The solutions allow us identify trends, anticipate malicious events, perform pattern matching, discover new threats, and identify processes that are prone to automation while being aware of regulatory implications of its consumption. In this role, you will take full advantage of data to drive value for our security stakeholders across the bank.

What will you do?

You will be responsible for driving strategic value through data science, machine learning, and generative AI products by:

• Collaborating with business units and gathering requirements.
• Developing and executing product strategy and vision based on the business needs.
• Leading product planning, development, and operations.
• Building a high-performance culture through coaching and mentoring.
• Coordinating with other technical and product teams.
• Communicating the vision, strategy, and progress with senior leaders and the broader team.

What do you need to succeed?

Must-have

• Graduate degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science or other related areas, or undergrad degree in said areas with equivalent experience in the industry.
• Five or more years of professional experience working in data science, machine learning, or related disciplines.
• Strong understanding of data science, machine learning, and genAI development lifecycle – from ideation to deployment and monitoring.
• Experience working within agile framework.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.

Nice-to-have

• Working experience in cyber security space and/or heavily regulated spaces (finance, insurance, health).
• Experience managing data science teams.

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
• Opportunities to do challenging work
• Opportunities to take on progressively greater accountabilities
• Opportunities to build close relationships with clients
• Access to a variety of job opportunities across business and geographies

Note: This position may require additional details as part of the hiring process.

Additional Job Details

• Address: 330 Front 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: 2025-09-19
• Application Deadline: 2025-09-30

• Inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment – RBC is committed to an inclusive workplace that supports diversity and belonging for all employees.