Director and Senior Technology Officer - (Banking / Payments/ Technology)

Application Deadline: 06/30/2024 Address: 33 Dundas Street West Job Family Group: Technology Prioritizes and supports the work of customer-facing and/or internal platforms. Tracks and maintains platform health scores as well as adoption rate. Manages the stability, accessibility, scalability, security and support innovation of the platform. Coordinates the activities of technology, design, security and marketing, to develop platform strategies, roadmaps, and execution. Manages the relationship with vendors for support, compliance, license tracking and any other needs. Builds relationships with and works with stakeholders to understand the platform vision, align and deliver on the roadmap. Documents business rules, functional/technical specifications, and process interpretations for assigned applications, process flows, systems, and business solutions. Analyzes platform data to drive and implement optimizations. Undertakes prioritization of work of a component or group of components that are used by customers/end users. Understands the competitive and strategic position of the organization, in order to deliver best-in-industry products. Ensures compliance with service and support agreements and standards. Manages technical requirements e.g. APIs and other platform components with a focus on security and resilience to protect end-users. Operates at a group/enterprise-wide level and serves as a senior specialist resource across BMO. Influences how teams/groups work together. Applies expertise and thinks creatively to address unique or ambiguous situations and to find solutions to multiple, interdependent, complex problems. Communicates abstract concepts in simple terms. Fosters strong internal and external networks and works with and across multiple teams to achieve business objectives. Anticipates trends and responds by implementing appropriate changes. Broader work or accountabilities may be assigned as needed. Qualifications: Advanced level of proficiency: New product development. User interface and user experience (UI/UX) design. Cybersecurity and privacy concepts, principles and solutions. Learning Agility. Creative thinking. Emotional agility. Expert level of proficiency: System design and implementation. Application programming interface (API) management. Product design. Test driven development. Devops. Agile environment Data collection and analysis. Cloud computing (AWS) Building and managing relationships. Product management. Value propositions. Continuous improvement management. Complex Problem Solving. Verbal & written communication skills. Analytical and problem solving skills. Collaboration & team skills; with a focus on cross-group collaboration. Able to manage ambiguity. Data driven decision making. Typically 9+ years of relevant experience and post-secondary degree in related field of study or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Seasoned expert with extensive industry knowledge. Technical leader viewed as a thought leader for innovation. Compensation and Benefits: $113,900.00 - $211,800.00 Pay Type: Salaried The above represents BMO Financial Groups pay range and type. Salaries will vary based on factors such as location, skills, experience, education, and qualifications for the role, and may include a commission structure. Salaries for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on number of hours regularly worked. For commission roles, the salary listed above represents BMO Financial Groups expected target for the first year in this position. BMO Financial Groups total compensation package will vary based on the pay type of the position and may include performance-based incentives, discretionary bonuses, as well as other perks and rewards. BMO also offers health insurance, tuition reimbursement, accident and life insurance, and retirement savings plans. To view more details of our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.bmo.com/global/en/Total-Rewards Were here to help At BMO we are driven by a shared Purpose: Boldly Grow the Good in business and life. It calls on us to create lasting, positive change for our customers, our communities and our people. By working together, innovating and pushing boundaries, we transform lives and businesses, and power economic growth around the world. As a member of the BMO team you are valued, respected and heard, and you have more ways to grow and make an impact. We strive to help you make an impact from day one for yourself and our customers. Well support you with the tools and resources you need to reach new milestones, as you help our customers reach theirs. 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