Senior Principal Director, Agentic Research and Development
Top Benefits
About the role
Job Description
What is the Opportunity?
The Sr Director of Agentic AI R&D will lead the development and implementation of cutting-edge Agentic AI initiatives, driving innovation and growth within the DevOps & T&O organization. This leader will oversee a team of engineers, fostering a culture of collaboration and experimentation to advance the company's AI capabilities. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in AI, a deep understanding of DevOps principles, and exceptional leadership skills.
What will you do?
- Leading the design, development, and deployment of AI-powered agents to automate processes and enhance DevOps efficiency
- Building and managing a high-performing team of AI researchers and engineers, providing guidance and mentorship to ensure their success
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including engineering, product, and design, to integrate AI capabilities into existing products and services
- Developing and executing a strategic roadmap for AI strategy, aligning with the company's overall business objectives and goals
- Staying up to date with the latest advancements in AI research, identifying opportunities for innovation and growth, and applying this knowledge to drive business outcomes
- Fostering a culture of innovation, experimentation, and continuous learning, encouraging the team to push the boundaries of what is possible with AI
- Managing budgets, resources, and timelines to ensure successful project delivery and ROI on AI research initiatives
- Ensuring the development of scalable, secure, and reliable AI-powered agents that meet the company's process automation needs
- Working closely with stakeholders to identify areas for process automation and ensuring that AI-powered agents are effectively integrated into existing workflows
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams
- Strong business acumen, with the ability to drive business outcomes and measure ROI on AI research initiatives
What do you need to succeed?
Must Have:
- 10+ years of experience in AI research and development, with a focus on agentic AI and process automation
- Strong understanding of DevOps principles and practices
- 5+ years of experience in a leadership role, with a proven track record of building and managing high-performing teams
- Experience with AI frameworks and tools
- Experience with agile development methodologies and version control systems, such as Git
- Knowledge of security and compliance principles, with the ability to ensure that AI-powered agents meet the company's security and regulatory requirements
Nice to Have:
- Master’s or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, or a related field
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
- Opportunities to take on progressively greater accountabilities
- Opportunities to building close relationships with clients
#LI-POST
#TECHPJ
About RBC
Royal Bank of Canada is a global financial institution with a purpose-driven, principles-led approach to delivering leading performance. Our success comes from the 94,000+ employees who leverage their imaginations and insights to bring our vision, values and strategy to life so we can help our clients thrive and communities prosper. As Canada's biggest bank and one of the largest in the world, based on market capitalization, we have a diversified business model with a focus on innovation and providing exceptional experiences to our more than 17 million clients in Canada, the U.S. and 27 other countries. Learn more at rbc.com. We are proud to support a broad range of community initiatives through donations, community investments and employee volunteer activities. See how at www.rbc.com/community-social-impact.
La Banque Royale du Canada est une institution financière mondiale définie par sa raison d'être, guidée par des principes et orientée vers l'excellence en matière de rendement. Notre succès est attribuable aux quelque 94 000+ employés qui mettent à profit leur créativité et leur savoir faire pour concrétiser notre vision, nos valeurs et notre stratégie afin que nous puissions contribuer à la prospérité de nos clients et au dynamisme des collectivités. Selon la capitalisation boursière, nous sommes la plus importante banque du Canada et l'une des plus grandes banques du monde. Nous avons adopté un modèle d'affaires diversifié axé sur l'innovation et l'offre d'expériences exceptionnelles à nos plus de 17 millions de clients au Canada, aux États Unis et dans 27 autres pays. Pour en savoir plus, visitez le site rbc.com/francais
Nous sommes fiers d'appuyer une grande diversité d'initiatives communautaires par des dons, des investissements dans la collectivité et le travail bénévole de nos employés. Pour de plus amples renseignements, visitez le site www.rbc.com/collectivite-impact-social.
Senior Principal Director, Agentic Research and Development
Top Benefits
About the role
Job Description
What is the Opportunity?
The Sr Director of Agentic AI R&D will lead the development and implementation of cutting-edge Agentic AI initiatives, driving innovation and growth within the DevOps & T&O organization. This leader will oversee a team of engineers, fostering a culture of collaboration and experimentation to advance the company's AI capabilities. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in AI, a deep understanding of DevOps principles, and exceptional leadership skills.
What will you do?
- Leading the design, development, and deployment of AI-powered agents to automate processes and enhance DevOps efficiency
- Building and managing a high-performing team of AI researchers and engineers, providing guidance and mentorship to ensure their success
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including engineering, product, and design, to integrate AI capabilities into existing products and services
- Developing and executing a strategic roadmap for AI strategy, aligning with the company's overall business objectives and goals
- Staying up to date with the latest advancements in AI research, identifying opportunities for innovation and growth, and applying this knowledge to drive business outcomes
- Fostering a culture of innovation, experimentation, and continuous learning, encouraging the team to push the boundaries of what is possible with AI
- Managing budgets, resources, and timelines to ensure successful project delivery and ROI on AI research initiatives
- Ensuring the development of scalable, secure, and reliable AI-powered agents that meet the company's process automation needs
- Working closely with stakeholders to identify areas for process automation and ensuring that AI-powered agents are effectively integrated into existing workflows
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams
- Strong business acumen, with the ability to drive business outcomes and measure ROI on AI research initiatives
What do you need to succeed?
Must Have:
- 10+ years of experience in AI research and development, with a focus on agentic AI and process automation
- Strong understanding of DevOps principles and practices
- 5+ years of experience in a leadership role, with a proven track record of building and managing high-performing teams
- Experience with AI frameworks and tools
- Experience with agile development methodologies and version control systems, such as Git
- Knowledge of security and compliance principles, with the ability to ensure that AI-powered agents meet the company's security and regulatory requirements
Nice to Have:
- Master’s or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, or a related field
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
- Opportunities to take on progressively greater accountabilities
- Opportunities to building close relationships with clients
#LI-POST
#TECHPJ
About RBC
Royal Bank of Canada is a global financial institution with a purpose-driven, principles-led approach to delivering leading performance. Our success comes from the 94,000+ employees who leverage their imaginations and insights to bring our vision, values and strategy to life so we can help our clients thrive and communities prosper. As Canada's biggest bank and one of the largest in the world, based on market capitalization, we have a diversified business model with a focus on innovation and providing exceptional experiences to our more than 17 million clients in Canada, the U.S. and 27 other countries. Learn more at rbc.com. We are proud to support a broad range of community initiatives through donations, community investments and employee volunteer activities. See how at www.rbc.com/community-social-impact.
La Banque Royale du Canada est une institution financière mondiale définie par sa raison d'être, guidée par des principes et orientée vers l'excellence en matière de rendement. Notre succès est attribuable aux quelque 94 000+ employés qui mettent à profit leur créativité et leur savoir faire pour concrétiser notre vision, nos valeurs et notre stratégie afin que nous puissions contribuer à la prospérité de nos clients et au dynamisme des collectivités. Selon la capitalisation boursière, nous sommes la plus importante banque du Canada et l'une des plus grandes banques du monde. Nous avons adopté un modèle d'affaires diversifié axé sur l'innovation et l'offre d'expériences exceptionnelles à nos plus de 17 millions de clients au Canada, aux États Unis et dans 27 autres pays. Pour en savoir plus, visitez le site rbc.com/francais
Nous sommes fiers d'appuyer une grande diversité d'initiatives communautaires par des dons, des investissements dans la collectivité et le travail bénévole de nos employés. Pour de plus amples renseignements, visitez le site www.rbc.com/collectivite-impact-social.