Senior Manager-software Development

What is the opportunity?

This individual manages resources and coordinates technical activities of team assigned to various squads in the Agile Operating Model within Insurance. This includes identifying efficiency opportunities through pro-active system & process improvements as well as managing day to day activities. This position will also liaise with multiple vendors and third party providers to oversee technical deliverables and provide day to day management activities to ensure RBC standardized processes are followed, operational trends are monitored and technology obsolescence is addressed.

What will you do?

• Plans system improvements through various application changes as part of on-going continuous improvement initiative to increase systems & operational efficiencies, including the anticipation and identification of technology solutions to resolve recurring and on-going performance problems
• Contributes toward business results as a partner/influencer and facilitates joint planning with the business in the early stages of backlog creation.
• Oversee and ensure that the execution of deliverables and technical documents delivered by third-party vendors conform to RBC standards.
• Effectively plan and implement regular application system updates, hot packs, technology upgrades and application changes aimed at reducing technology risk and security exposures.
• Coaches and mentors team members, manages performance, reward, and recognition.
• Promotes innovative or improved methods, implements best practices, and collaborates with colleagues across the organization to get things done.

What do you need to succeed?
Must-Have:

• Undergraduate degree coupled with change management experience in complex programs with high frequency of requests and multiple priorities.
• Demonstrated ability in written and oral communication skills along with strong presentation skills. Ability to determine the information and communication needs of the stakeholders and project.
• Strong organizational, project management and time management capabilities. Familiarity with the Agile practices.
• A strong understanding of technology and/or financial services industry.
• Deadline-driven and results-oriented; able to meet consistently high quality standards while handling a variety of tasks and deadlines simultaneously.

Nice-to-have:

• Experience in a matrix environment, such as a large, publicly-traded corporation
• Ability to facilitate discussions amongst squads / teams and influence key decision makers
• Strategic thinker with excellent interpersonal skills to work across functions and businesses

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
• Flexible work/life balance options
• Opportunities to do challenging work

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