TD Bank is hiring: Technology Delivery Director - Communication Surveillance in

The **Technology Director** for **Communication Surveillance** is a leadership role that requires extensive experience in Communication Surveillance solutions. The role's primary focus is on providing strategic direction and overseeing the delivery of technology solutions within the TD Securities Compliance, Surveillance and Supervision group specific to Communication Surveillance. This role will oversee technology innovation, infrastructure, and application development to enhance efficiency, data analytics, and digital transformation. As a key member of our Compliance, Surveillance and Supervision leadership team, the candidate will play a critical role in managing risk, protecting the firm's reputation, and fostering a culture of technical and compliance excellence.* Develop and implement a comprehensive Communication Surveillance program to address regulatory requirements globally.* Establish strong relationships with business, global trade surveillance, corporate investment banking, global markets, and compliance control room to understand their requirements and translate them into technology solutions.* Develop and execute technology strategies to support the business goals of the organization.* Work closely with product vendors (Behavox, Smarsh, Theta Lake) to leverage their expertise and deliver innovative solutions.* Provide overall technology leadership and guidance for the delivery team.* Manage a team of developers, architects, engineers, and QA resources by providing technical guidance and mentoring.* Ensure adherence to technical standards, best practices, and security guidelines.* Collaborate with other technology teams and stakeholders to ensure seamless integration of systems with other applications and workstreams.* Identify and evaluate emerging technologies/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.* Stay up to date with industry developments, regulatory changes, and market trends related to compliance technology.* Drive data strategy initiatives, ensuring data quality, governance, and compliance.* 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 and stakeholders on technology initiatives, progress, and challenges.* Proven experience in communication surveillance architecture and development leadership roles.* Strong understanding of design architecture related to integration with COTS vendor products delivered in on-prem and/or cloud delivery models.* Proficiency in full stack development technologies and frameworks.* Hands-on experience with integration projects 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.* In-depth knowledge of data strategy, data governance, and data integration.* 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.* Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.* Minimum bachelor's degree in computer science or related discipline required.* 10+ years related experience required.* Communication Surveillance domain expertise required.* Demonstrated management, organizational and leadership skills required.* Proven ability to manage large and complex projects simultaneously required.* Role generally supports a significant business area, product group, Enterprise Platform, Service or Capability under a Segment CIO or technology functional area.* Sets work direction at an operational level, works autonomously in the management of the unit and collaborates with other business or technology leaders to establish and execute on common goals with a medium to longer term business perspective* Expert knowledge of the business and bank technology standards (e.g., infrastructure, architecture, processes, applications) from a strategic perspective and managing/ directing teams and projects* Sound knowledge of external competition, emerging, industry and/or market trends in relation to own business* Integrator role that oversees various technology functions / resources to deliver business technical solutions or shared service* Oversees a sizable and varied team of technology professionals (e.g., up to 50+ consisting of Application Developers, Solutions Designers, Business Systems Analysts, Specialists, and/or Project Managers) in the end to end delivery of complex projects, system enhancements / applications and/or application or service management* Directs/manages large-scale applications/ projects across multiple product lines/ businesses, involving significant scope and complexity* Understands strategic direction (including financials) and champions alliances to benefit the Bank and/or department; advocates for operational improvements to enhance the divisions value to the organization* Role typically reports to an Executive role* Undergraduate degree or Technical Certificate.* Graduate degree, preferred.* 10+ years related experience.* Expert knowledge of the business and bank technology standards (e.g., infrastructure, architecture, processes, applications) from a strategic perspective and managing/ directing teams and projects.* Sound knowledge of external competition, emerging, industry and/or market trends in relation to own business.* Understands strategic direction (including financials) and champions' alliances to benefit the Bank and/or department; advocates for operational improvements to enhance the divisions value to the organization.* Domestic Travel: Occasional* International Travel: Never* Performing sedentary work: Continuous* Performing multiple tasks: Continuous* Operating standard office equipment: Continuous* Responding quickly to sounds: Occasional* Sitting: Continuous* Standing: Occasional* Walking: Occasional* Moving safely in confined spaces: Occasional* Lifting/Carrying (under 25 lbs.): Occasional* Lifting/Carrying (over 25 lbs.): Never* Squatting: Occasional* Bending: Occasional* Kneeling: Never* Crawling: Never* Climbing: Never* Reaching overhead: Never* Reaching forward: Occasional* Pushing: Never* Pulling: Never* Twisting: Never* Concentrating for long periods of time: Continuous* Applying common sense to deal with problems involving standardized situations: Continuous* Reading, writing and comprehending instructions: Continuous* Adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing: Continuous**Our Total Rewards Package** Our Total Rewards package reflects the investments we make in our colleagues to help them and their families achieve their #J-18808-Ljbffr