Dir - GTB Payment Integration Tech Lead

Cash Movement Technology Director

As part of Value Creation Plan, TD has embarked on a multi-year digital transformation of Transaction Banking in order to position the transaction bank as a leading North American multi-currency treasury provider, enabling significant business growth across the TDS franchise. This role presents an opportunity to lead the build-out of the next-generation of GTB's transaction banking capabilities in order to (i) extend a highly successful GTB business into the US; and (ii) to future-proof business with a platform that can evolve at minimal cost as client and industry needs & expectations continue to evolve.

The Cash Movement Technology Director is a leadership role that requires extensive experience in building Payment platform (ACH, wire, Swift). The role primarily focuses on providing strategic direction and overseeing the delivery of Cash movement technology solutions within TD Securities Corporate Banking businesses. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in delivering large scale payment systems and strategy, experience in large scale integration projects, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall technology leadership and guidance for the delivery team.
• Develop and execute technology strategies to support the business goals of the organization.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand their requirements and translate them into technology solutions.
• Define and maintain the technology roadmap, aligning it with the overall IT strategy.
• Lead the architecture and design of complex and scalable solutions.
• Oversee the full software development life cycle, including requirements gathering, design, development, testing, and deployment.
• Manage a team of developers, architects, and engineers, providing technical guidance and mentoring.
• Ensure adherence to coding standards, best practices, and security guidelines.
• Collaborate with other technology teams and stakeholders to ensure seamless integration of systems with other applications.
• Identify and evaluate emerging technologies and trends, and make recommendations for adoption.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, optimizing processes and enhancing efficiency.
• Monitor project timelines, budgets, and resources, and proactively address any deviations.
• Collaborate with vendors and external partners to leverage their expertise and deliver innovative solutions.
• Establish strong relationships with key stakeholders, including business leaders, product owners, and senior executives.
• Stay up to date with industry developments, regulatory changes, and market trends related to technology.
• Champion the adoption of agile methodologies and promote a culture of innovation and collaboration within the team.
• Provide regular reports and updates to senior management on technology initiatives, progress, and challenges.
• Foster a culture of continuous learning and professional development within the technology team.
• Promote a strong focus on customer satisfaction and strive for excellence in technology service delivery.

Required Skills

• 15+ years of engineering experience, with at least 5+ years with leading the engineering team of 10 or more people in payments domain.
• Proven experience with building and delivering large scale projects on Azure or GCP.
• Familiarity with Payment rails such as ACH, Wire, SWIFT and solid understanding of ISO Payments.
• Hands-on experience with API integration, microservices development, Kafka, Springboot involving multiple systems and platforms.
• Demonstrated leadership skills, including the ability to motivate and inspire teams.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities, with a keen attention to detail.
• Experience in driving technology strategies and roadmaps aligned with business objectives.
• Knowledge of emerging technologies and trends in the industry.
• Familiarity with agile methodologies and experience in leading agile teams.
• Proven track record of delivering complex technology projects on time and within budget.
• Sound understanding of security principles and best practices in technology.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong business acumen and the ability to align technology solutions with business requirements.
• Experience in vendor management and contract negotiations.
• Strong decision-making and strategic thinking capabilities.
• Continuous learning mindset and a passion for keeping up with industry advancements.
• Excellent team management and leadership abilities.
• Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong project management skills, including planning, resource allocation, and risk management.

Education & Experience

• Minimum Bachelor's degree in Computer Science required
• 15+ years related experience required
• Corporate Banking, GTB, Credit or Lending domain expertise required
• Demonstrated excellent management, organizational and leadership skills required
• Proven ability to manage large and complex projects simultaneously required
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written required
• Technical knowledge of technology in capital markets required