Royal Bank of Canada

Lead Digital Product Owner

Royal Bank of Canada$110K — $130K *
Finance & Insurance
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of experience in product management or digital product ownership in technology or financial services
  • Expert in developing and executing comprehensive product roadmaps
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with effective presentation abilities
  • Leadership experience within a financial institution or similar organization
  • Advanced problem-solving and decision-making skills, especially in ambiguous contexts

Responsibilities

  • Lead the development and prioritization of product roadmaps with stakeholders
  • Manage product backlogs and oversee sprint planning and execution
  • Execute digital product owner tasks requiring strategic thinking and problem-solving
  • Collaborate to identify innovation opportunities and enhance product quality
  • Drive decisions on complex issues with actionable recommendations
  • Guide and mentor team members to resolve escalated issues
  • Facilitate cross-functional collaborations to achieve business outcomes

Benefits

  • Comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits
  • Supportive leadership focused on coaching and mentoring
  • Opportunity to impact millions of customers and communities
  • Dynamic, collaborative workplace with a high-performing team
  • World-class training and continuous learning opportunities
  • Challenging work that shapes the future of digital banking
Full Job Description
Job Description

WHAT WILL YOU DO?
  • Lead the development and prioritization of product roadmaps, collaborating with stakeholders to ensure successful delivery of features and solutions that address customer needs and business goals
  • Manage product backlogs and oversee sprint planning and execution, ensuring alignment with product requirements and business objectives while addressing complex technical and operational challenges
  • Execute on digital product owner tasks and projects requiring advanced problem-solving, decision-making, and strategic thinking, particularly in ambiguous situations
  • Collaborate with stakeholders and technical partners to identify innovation opportunities, define product visions, and implement best practices to enhance product quality and user experience
  • Drive decisions on complex issues to develop clear, actionable recommendations for management, ensuring alignment on processes, tools, and services with organizational impact
  • Provide guidance and mentorship to team members, fostering collaboration, resolving escalated issues, and ensuring successful execution of strategic initiatives and long-term objectives
  • Lead and facilitate cross-functional collaboration efforts, fostering strong internal relationships and external partnerships to achieve impactful business outcomes
  • Leverage advanced and creative problem-solving skills to resolve complex digital product challenges and implement innovative solutions

WHAT DO YOU NEED TO SUCCEED?

Must Have:
  • 10+ years of experience in product management, digital product ownership, or equivalent roles within a technology or financial services environment
  • Proven expertise in developing and executing product roadmaps and managing complex product lifecycles from conception to market delivery
  • Demonstrated ability in written and oral communication, strong presentation skills, and ability to tailor messaging to diverse stakeholder groups
  • Enterprise knowledge and experience working in a leadership role within a financial institution or equivalent organization
  • Advanced capability in strategic thinking, complex problem-solving, and decision-making with comfort operating in ambiguous environments


Nice-to-Have:
  • Experience in a matrix environment within a large, publicly-traded corporation
  • Ability to facilitate between and influence key decision makers across organizational silos
  • Capital Markets, Wealth Management, and/or regulatory domain experience
  • Background in Agile/Scrum methodologies and digital transformation initiatives

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?
  • A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses, flexible benefits, competitive compensation, and stock where applicable
  • Leaders who support your development through coaching and mentoring opportunities
  • Ability to make a difference and lasting impact on millions of customers and communities
  • Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
  • World-class training programs and continuous learning opportunities
  • Opportunities to do challenging work that shapes the future of digital banking


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Job Skills
Agile Methodology, Business Case Design, Business Oriented, Communication, Decision Making, Long Term Planning, Process Management, Software Product Management, Software Quality Assurance (SQA), Time Management

Additional Job Details

Address:

RBC WATERPARK PLACE, 88 QUEENS QUAY W:TORONTO

City:

Toronto

Country:

Canada

Work hours/week:

37.5

Employment Type:

Full time

Platform:

TECHNOLOGY AND OPERATIONS

Job Type:

Regular

Pay Type:

Salaried

Posted Date:

2026-08-05

Application Deadline:

2026-08-12
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above

RBC is presently inviting candidates to apply for this existing vacancy. Applying to this posting allows you to express your interest in this current career opportunity at RBC. Qualified applicants may be contacted to review their resume in more detail.

About Royal Bank of Canada

Royal Bank of Canada Careers

Join the dynamic team at Royal Bank of Canada (RBC), a global leader in financial services and a company committed to excellence and innovation. At RBC, we offer a wide range of job opportunities that empower professionals to shape their career paths with leadership, diversity training, and continuous growth.

Work You’ll Do

At Royal Bank of Canada, we are not just hiring; we are building a culture of innovation and leadership. Our team members are at the forefront of the financial industry, driving transformation and delivering targeted solutions that meet the evolving needs of our clients and communities.

Explore Job Opportunities and Employment at RBC

Whether you are starting your career or looking to take it to the next level, RBC offers positions that challenge your skills and fuel your ambition. From entry-level positions to leadership roles, our job opportunities span across various functions and regions. Join us and be part of a team that values professional growth and diversity.

Internship and Professional Development

Kickstart your career with an internship at Royal Bank of Canada. Our internships provide invaluable hands-on experience, networking opportunities, and insights into the financial services industry. Interns at RBC gain the skills necessary to excel and are often considered for full-time positions within the company.

Benefits and Culture

At RBC, we prioritize the well-being and satisfaction of our employees. Our benefits package is designed to support our team members at every stage of their life and career. RBC’s culture is built on a foundation of respect, integrity, and responsibility, fostering an environment where everyone can thrive.

Career Growth and Innovation

We believe in nurturing the potential of our employees through continuous learning and career development programs. At RBC, you will find endless opportunities to grow professionally through on-the-job experiences, formal training programs, and leadership development initiatives. Our commitment to innovation means we are constantly seeking out new ideas and perspectives, making RBC a perfect place for those who aim to lead and innovate.

Diversity and Inclusion

Diversity is our strength. At Royal Bank of Canada, we are committed to building an inclusive workplace where every employee feels valued and respected. Our diversity training programs are designed to educate and inspire, creating a more inclusive and equitable workplace.

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