Senior Manager Software Development

Royal Bank of Canada • Port of Spain, ON

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Manager - Software Development will lead a team of developers, collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders, and ensure the delivery of high-quality, scalable, and secure software solutions that align with regulatory requirements and business objectives. As the Senior Manager - Software Development, you will be responsible for driving technical excellence, mentoring team members, and ensuring adherence to best practices in software development, including Agile methodologies, test-driven development, and DevOps principles. You will play a critical role in enhancing our KYC systems, integrating advanced technologies such as automation and AI, and ensuring seamless collaboration with compliance, risk, and business teams.

Requirements

• University or graduate degree in a technical area of study, with a preference in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or Engineering
• Programming experience (Java, Angular)
• Hands-on experience with full-stack development, including front-end (e.g., Angular) and back-end (e.g., Spring Boot, Java) technologies.
• Demonstrated experience in designing and implementing scalable, secure, and high-performance systems.
• Expertise in API development, and cloud-based solutions (e.g., AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud).
• Familiarity with middleware technologies like Kafka and MQ.
• Strong working knowledge of Core Banking systems, Payment’s platforms, and Specialized Business systems.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or SAFe Agilist for Agile practices.
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Microsoft Azure Developer, or equivalent for cloud expertise.
• Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) or similar for KYC/AML knowledge

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of scalable, secure, and efficient KYC systems tailored to the unique requirements of Caribbean Banking.
• Develop and maintain a technology roadmap for the KYC initiative, ensuring alignment with the organization’s strategic goals and regulatory requirements.
• Design and implement seamless integration between the KYC system and other Core Banking and Payments platforms.
• Oversee the end-to-end development of KYC solutions, including front-end, back-end, and database components.
• Drive the successful delivery of the KYC Caribbean Banking project by managing technical milestones and ensuring timely completion.
• Act as the primary technical liaison between business stakeholders, architecture, compliance teams, and development teams to ensure alignment of project goals and deliverables.
• Collaborate with QA teams to implement automated testing frameworks, ensuring robust test coverage and faster feedback loops.
• Oversee the integration of CI/CD pipelines to enable continuous testing and deployment of KYC applications.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the development lifecycle.
• Provide regular updates to senior management and stakeholders on project progress, risks, and mitigation strategies.
• Ensure comprehensive documentation of system architecture, design decisions, and development processes for future reference and knowledge sharing.
• Contribute to the strategic planning and decision-making process for the KYC initiative and broader Caribbean Banking projects.
• Hire and mentor top talent.

Benefits

• A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits
• 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
• Opportunities to do challenging work
• Access to world-class training

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager