Director Technology Strategy

Rogers Communications, Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading telecommunications provider is looking for a Director of Technology Strategy in Toronto. This role involves leading the strategic planning and execution of cross-network technology initiatives. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience in technology strategy within telecommunications. Exceptional communication skills and the ability to manage stakeholder expectations are essential. This position offers a competitive salary, flexible benefits, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Competitive salary & annual bonus

Health and dental benefits

Paid time off for volunteering

Discounts on Rogers Services

Wellness Programs

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in technology strategy, network strategy, or program leadership within telecommunications.
• Demonstrated ability to manage large, multi-stakeholder programs.
• Experience working with public-safety, regulatory, or large-scale network requirements is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Define the program vision, roadmap, and execution approach.
• Ensure alignment across cross-functional teams and report program status.
• Translate technical trade-offs into clear business implications.

Skills

Strategic judgment

Executive communication skills

Influence without authority

Analytical judgment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or Computer Science

Master’s degree or Executive MBA

Job description

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Our Technology team wakes up every day with one goal in mind - connecting Canadians to the people and things that matter most. Together, we are proud to support 30 million Canadians each month through managing a robust portfolio that champions leading-edge technology. We drive large-scale, complex, and high-visibility technology projects and programs that shape the future of technology in Canada and expand connectivity from coast to coast. If you are interested in being a part of this, consider applying for the following opportunity:

Who we’re looking for:
The Director, Technology Strategy leads the strategic planning and execution of critical, cross-network technology initiatives. Reporting to the Senior Vice President, Technology Strategy, this role is responsible for creating a vision and an actionable roadmap, defining program governance, and ensuring alignment across Network, IT, Product, Regulatory, and Operations. The position requires strong strategic judgment, disciplined execution, and the ability to drive alignment among senior stakeholders.

What you’ll do:

• Serves as the program director for Rogers Satellite, responsible for defining the program vision, roadmap, and execution approach.
• Create direction for the 12 to 36-month technology roadmap with clearly sequenced milestones, dependencies, and decision points.
• Coordinates and aligns cross-functional teams (Network, IT, Product, Regulatory, Legal, Operations, Finance) to ensure priorities, timelines, and requirements are understood and acted on.
• Leads structured governance, including preparation and facilitation of steering committees, technical working groups, and cross-functional decision forums.
• Report weekly and monthly program status, risks, decisions, and progress to cross-functional leadership and to the ELT, ensuring clarity and transparency.
• Act as the key point of interface with external satellite partners, aligning joint technical planning, integration workstreams, timelines, and milestones.
• Translates technical trade-offs into clear business implications and options for decision-making.
• Influences and mobilizes cross-functional teams that do not have direct reporting lines, ensuring alignment and momentum toward shared outcomes.
• Ensure all program elements adhere to regulatory, public-safety, and security requirements.

What you bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent; Master’s degree or Executive MBA preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in technology strategy, network strategy, or program leadership within telecommunications or large-scale technology environments.
• Demonstrated ability to manage large, multi-stakeholder programs with complex interdependencies.
• Strong executive communication skills with experience briefing senior leadership and boards.
• Proven ability to influence without authority and drive decisions across matrixed organizations.
• Experience working with public-safety, regulatory, or large-scale network requirements is an asset.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in satellite-to-mobile, non-terrestrial networks, or hybrid network architectures.
• Background in cross-company partnership or joint development program leadership.
• Strategic clarity and systems-level thinking.
• Strong analytical judgment and structured problem solving.
• Clear communicator able to simplify complex issues for senior leadership.
• Collaborative leader with strong alignment-building capability.

What’s in it for you?
We believe in investing in our people and helping them reach their potential as valuable members of our team. As part of our team, you’ll have access to a wide range of incredible resources, growth opportunities, discounts, and perks, including:

• Competitive salary & annual bonus
• Competitive & flexible health and dental benefits, pension plan, RRSP, TFSA, and Stock matching programs.
• Discounts: Enjoy up to 50% off Rogers Services and Blue Jays Tickets, 25% off TSC items, and a 20% discount on all wireless accessories sold in Rogers stores.
• Paid time off for volunteering
• Company matching contributions to charities you support
• Rogers First: priority in applying to internal roles of interest
• Wellness Programs:
  • Homewood employee & family assistance program
  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) & Virtual therapy sessions
  • Low or no-cost fitness membership.
• Our commitment to the environment and diversity:
  • Work for an organization committed to environmental protection
  • Strong commitment to diversity and inclusion with employee resource groups supporting equity-deserving groups including groups representing People of Colour, 2SLGBTQIA+, Indigenous Peoples, Persons with Disabilities and Women. We all bring something different, and we know what makes us different makes us great.

To protect our people, brand and assets, a pre-employment background check will be conducted. As part of our selection process, all candidates must clear a criminal background check. Additionally, a credit check and drivers abstract may be required depending on the role.

Schedule:Full time
Shift: Day
Length of Contract: Not Applicable (Regular Position)
Work Location:1 Mount Pleasant (083), Toronto, ON
Travel Requirements: Up to 10%
Background Check(s) Required: Criminal Record and Credit Check
Posting Category/Function: Technology & Network Design
Requisition ID: 331701

To support career growth, collaboration, and high‑performing teams, all Corporate Employees are expected to work onsite a minimum of four (4) days per week starting October 6, 2025, increasing to five (5) days per week effective February 2, 2026. We believe that in‑person connection strengthens our culture and drives industry‑leading performance.

At Rogers, we believe the key to a strong business, is a diverse workforce where equity and inclusion are core to making everyone feel like they belong. We do this by embracing our diversity, celebrating our different perspectives, and working towards creating environments that empower our people to bring their whole selves to work. Everyone who applies for a job will be considered. We recognize the business value in creating a workplace where each team member has the tools to reach their full potential by removing any barriers for equal participation. We work with our candidates who are experiencing a disability throughout the recruitment process to ensure that they have what they need to be at their best. Please reach out to our recruiters and hiring managers to begin a conversation about how we can ensure that you deliver your best work. You matter to us! For any questions, visit the Recruitment Process FAQ.

Posting Notes: Technology

Location: Toronto, ON, CA

Being a Rogers team member comes with some great perks & benefits including:

• Health & well-being benefits
• Donation matching
• Paid time off for volunteering
• Wealth Accumulation including: Pension plan & Employee stock options
• Generous employee discounts
• Leadership development, Mentorship, and Coaching programs

*available for full‑time and part‑time permanent employees, some restrictions apply

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