Job DescriptionWhat is the opportunity?Own enterprise data products across Capital Markets. This role is part of RBC Capital Markets Data Strategy & Execution and is responsible for delivering trusted, governed, AI-ready data capabilities.
The Data Product Lead will define strategy, lead execution, partner across business and technology, and deliver measurable business value through modern data capabilities.
What will you do?- Develop domain strategy aligned with Capital Markets objectives.
- Partner with business, technology, operations, risk and finance.
- Define target-state architecture and roadmap.
- Lead strategic transformation initiatives.
- Drive data quality, controls and governance.
- Establish business KPIs and value realization metrics.
- Manage stakeholder communications up to executive level.
- Champion cloud, AI and automation.
- Develop reusable data products and APIs.
- Mentor teams and foster innovation.
- Ensure regulatory compliance and audit readiness.
- Support investment planning and prioritization.
What do you need to succeed?
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Finance or related field.
- 10+ years of relevant Capital Markets experience.
- Strong communication and executive presentation skills.
- Experience delivering enterprise-scale transformation.
- Ability to lead cross-functional global teams.
Must-Have Skills
- Deep Capital Markets domain expertise.
- Proven leadership in enterprise data strategy, governance or engineering.
Preferred Qualifications
- Graduate degree and experience with Databricks, Snowflake, Collibra, cloud platforms and AI-enabled data management.
Technical Skills
- SQL/Python
- Cloud Data Platforms
- Data Modeling
- Metadata & Lineage
- API Integration
Leadership Competencies
- Strategic thinking
- Executive communication
- Influencing without authority
- Talent development
- Outcome-driven execution
Success Metrics / KPIs
- Data quality improvement
- Reduction in manual processes
- Delivery against roadmap
- Stakeholder satisfaction
- Business value realized
Key Stakeholders
Front Office, COO, Operations, Technology, Risk, Finance, Compliance, Architecture, Data Governance, AI teams.
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
- Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities
- Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
- Opportunities to do challenging work
- Flexible work/life balance options
Job SkillsAdaptability, Critical Thinking, Customer Service, Detail-Oriented, Financial Engineering, Financial Statement Analysis, Investments Analysis, Personal Development, Personal Initiative, Teamwork
Additional Job DetailsAddress:RBC CENTRE, 155 WELLINGTON ST W:TORONTO
City:Toronto
Country:Canada
Work hours/week:37.5
Employment Type:Full time
Platform:CAPITAL MARKETS
Job Type:Regular
Pay Type:Salaried
Posted Date:2026-09-14
Application Deadline:2026-11-01
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above
