Lead Project Manager - (AI-DLC)

Job Description What is the opportunity? We are seeking a Lead Project Manager to lead the delivery of strategic initiatives across our enterprise DevOps ecosystem. This role is responsible for coordinating complex, cross-functional programs that enhance developer productivity by supporting the new AI-powered software delivery (AI-DLC) initiative. The successful candidate will work closely with Product Management, Platform Engineering, Finance, Change Management, Architecture, Risk, and Security teams to ensure the successful delivery and adoption of new tooling and methodology designed to enhance the experience of technical and business resources delivering technology products. This role combines technical fluency, program delivery leadership, and strong stakeholder management to drive execution across large-scale technology initiatives. What will you do? Program & Delivery Leadership Lead the planning and delivery of AI and DevOps platform initiatives, including CI/CD pipeline capabilities, developer tooling, and automation platforms. Coordinate cross-functional teams across engineering, architecture, product management, security, and operations to deliver complex technology programs. Manage delivery roadmaps, milestones, and dependencies across multiple teams and initiatives. Develop delivery plans and coordinate cross-team dependencies to ensure alignment between platform roadmap priorities and engineering execution. Platform & Product Collaboration Partner with Senior leaders to align delivery execution with the DevOps platform roadmap and product priorities. Translate product objectives and platform capabilities into coordinated delivery What do you need to succeed? Must-have Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; an advanced degree is preferred. At least 5 years of experience as a Project Manager, with a demonstrated working knowledge of Agile, DevOps, and Change Management methodologies. Strong technical background in software development, cloud computing, AI trends, and automation. Proficiency in project management methodologies, tools, and techniques, including risk management, scheduling, and budgeting. Exceptional communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills. Experience in managing complex projects within a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Nice-to-have Familiarity with key DevOps tools and technologies. Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent certification is highly desirable. 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 Opportunities to do challenging work Opportunities to take on progressively greater accountabilities Opportunities to building close relationships with clients #LI-ASPOST #TECHPJ Job Skills Business Oriented, Communication, Group Problem Solving, Long Term Planning, Meeting Management, Organizational Change Management, Resource Coordination, Results-Oriented, Time Management, Waterfall Model 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: 2026-08-24 Application Deadline: 2026-09-14 Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above Our Employment Opportunities At RBC, we are guided by living shared values of Client First, Integrity, Collaboration, Respect and Excellence and winning together as One RBC. 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The Lead Project Manager will coordinate complex, cross-functional programs to deliver strategic AI-powered software delivery (AI-DLC) initiatives. They will manage delivery roadmaps, milestones, and dependencies while collaborating with engineering, architecture, and product teams to enhance developer productivity.

Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering and at least 5 years of project management experience. Proficiency in Agile, DevOps, and change management methodologies is required, along with strong technical fluency in software development and automation.

• Bonuses • Flexible benefits • Competitive compensation • Commissions • Stock

• CI/CDPreferred
• Problem solvingPreferred
• LeadershipPreferred
• CommunicationPreferred
• AgilePreferred
• Project managementPreferred

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Project management
• DevOps
• Agile
• Change management
• Software development
• Cloud computing
• AI trends
• Automation
• Risk management
• Scheduling
• Budgeting
• Communication
• Leadership
• Problem-solving
• Stakeholder management
• CI/CD
• Workplace Inclusivity
• Organizational Change Management
• Waterfall Methodology
• Planning
• Agile Methodology
• Artificial Intelligence
• Software Development
• Management
• Change Management
• Cloud Computing
• Computer Science
• Finance
• Innovation
• Problem Solving
• Risk Management
• Project Management
• Milestones (Project Management)
• Operations
• Product Family Engineering
• Project Management Professional Certification
• Product Management
• Coaching
• Stakeholder Management
• Time Management
• Tooling
• Coordinating

• Technology
• Management & Leadership
• Software
• Engineering
• Lead Project Manager
• Project Manager (General)
• Management and Organization Analysts
• Project Management Specialists

Minimum education

Bachelor’s degree

Minimum experience

5+ years

Apply by

Sep 14, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

38 hours per week