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Director, Engineering and Build - Anti-Money Laundering Technology, GFT

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Description

Join RBC's AML IT team in Toronto as a Director of Engineering & Build to lead the development and innovation of critical solutions for client screening, transaction monitoring, and investigations, partnering with the AML business unit to combat financial crime. The role involves guiding cross-functional teams and leveraging a modern tech stack (Hadoop, Snowflake, Java/Scala, DB2, OpenShift, Azure) to deliver robust, future-proof systems, focusing on problem-solving and fostering innovation in financial services.

What We're Looking For

Lead end-to-end solution delivery for AML initiatives, ensuring scalable design and implementation across client screening, transaction monitoring, and investigations.,Partner with the AML business unit to align technology strategy with business goals, driving innovation and efficiency.,Guide and mentor engineering leads to foster high-performance teams and deliver high-quality, timely solutions.,Oversee the tech stack (Hadoop, Snowflake, Java/Scala, DB2, OpenShift, Azure) to ensure optimal use and scalability.,Drive architectural decisions to future-proof AML systems, balancing performance, security, and regulatory compliance.,Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders (e.g., Risk, Compliance, Technology) to ensure seamless integration and delivery.,Identify and mitigate risks in project execution, ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery without compromising quality.,Champion innovation by exploring emerging technologies and methodologies to enhance AML capabilities.

Ideal Candidate

Must-have: 10+ years of experience in engineering leadership, with a focus on large-scale, complex systems (e.g., AML, fraud, or regulatory tech).,Must-have: Proven expertise in the tech stack: Hadoop, Snowflake, Java/Scala, DB2, OpenShift, and Azure.,Must-have: Strong leadership skills to guide and mentor teams, fostering collaboration and high performance.,Must-have: Deep understanding of AML processes (client screening, transaction monitoring, investigations) and regulatory requirements.,Must-have: Ability to balance technical excellence with business needs, ensuring solutions are both innovative and practical.,Nice-to-have: Experience in financial services or highly regulated industries.,Nice-to-have: Certifications in cloud technologies (Azure), data engineering, or architecture (e.g., TOGAF).,Nice-to-have: Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies and DevOps practices.,Nice-to-have: Strong stakeholder management skills to influence and align diverse teams.

Hard Skills

Application Development
Application Maintenance
Applications Architecture
Commercial Acumen
Enterprise Application Delivery
Information Technology Management
Information Technology Trends
Programming Languages
System Applications
Hadoop
Snowflake
Java/Scala
DB2
OpenShift
Azure

Soft Skills

Leadership
Collaboration
High Performance Team Building
Stakeholder Management
Problem Solving
Innovation
Mentoring

Work Hours

37.5 hours/week

Benefits

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/high-performing team
A world-class training program in financial services
Flexible work/life balance options
Opportunities to do challenging work/to take on progressively greater accountabilities/to building close relationships with clients
Access to a variety of job opportunities across business and geographies.

About the Company

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Royal Bank of Canada

Royal Bank of Canada is a global financial institution with a purpose-driven, principles-led approach to delivering leading performance. As Canada's largest bank, it provides personal and commercial banking, wealth management, and capital markets services to over 17 million clients worldwide.

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