Director, Solutions Architect Core Banking
@ RBC

Toronto, ON
CA$150,000
On Site
Full Time
Posted 10 hours ago

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Overview

The Director, Solutions Architect Core Banking at RBC is responsible for leading multiple aspects of RBC's global core banking strategy. In this role, you will work with architecture leaders across Canada, the US, and Europe to shape the technology ecosystem, define technical strategies, and deliver roadmaps that evolve our systems in client information management, deposits, and retail banking investments.

Responsibilities

  • Define and socialize technology strategies with senior business leaders.
  • Assess current state environments and evaluate solution alternatives.
  • Engage vendors for solutions aligning with RBC technology standards.
  • Establish data architectures and logical models.
  • Create solution architecture blueprints and drive certifications.
  • Identify technical issues and risks and propose mitigation approaches.
  • Provide technical leadership from the idea creation stage.

Requirements

The ideal candidate has 5 to 7 years of experience in Solution Architecture and at least 5 years in application design and complex integration projects. The candidate should have advanced knowledge in micro services, cloud and API design, messaging design patterns, and domain driven design. Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills are essential, along with the ability to influence at a director level.

Nice-to-have skills include experience with data architecture, banking deposits/payments, customer master data management, and integrating SaaS or other 3rd party solutions.

Benefits

RBC offers a comprehensive Total Rewards Program with bonuses, flexible benefits, competitive compensation, commissions, and stock options where applicable. You will work in a dynamic, collaborative, and high-performing team with opportunities for professional growth and increased responsibilities.

Key skills/competency

  • Solution Architecture
  • Core Banking
  • Technical Leadership
  • Cloud Design
  • API Design
  • Data Architecture
  • Vendor Engagement
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Risk Mitigation
  • Microservices

How to Get Hired at RBC

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Research RBC's culture: Understand their mission and values.
  • Customize your resume: Tailor it to banking technology.
  • Highlight leadership: Emphasize your technical leadership experiences.
  • Prepare detailed examples: Showcase successful integrations and strategies.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review cloud and API design patterns.
Study microservices and distributed systems.
Prepare architecture blueprint case studies.
Understand integration and data modeling techniques.

Behavioral Questions

Describe a time you led change.
How do you handle stakeholder conflicts?
Explain a challenging negotiation you conducted.
Share an experience managing technical risks.

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