Enterprise Architect, Architecture Governance

Job DescriptionWhat is the Opportunity?We are seeking a seasoned Enterprise Architect for the EA Governance function at RBC. As an Enterprise Architect you will be a key member of the Enterprise Architecture team, supporting and maturing governance practices through our Application Portfolio Management (APM) team and Technology Governance Processes and Certification, responsible for developing governance frameworks and operationalizing processes that ensure the highest level of governance and compliance for our organization. You will collaborate with stakeholders, including business leaders, IT teams, risk and second line of defence, and external partners, to ensure alignment and support for architecture governance and business architecture initiatives.WHAT WILL YOU DO?Develop and maintain technology governance frameworks to ensure IT strategies align with business objectives and regulatory requirementsLead business architecture initiatives to model and optimize organizational capabilities, processes, and information flowsEstablish policies and standards for technology selection, implementation, and highlight rationalization & reuse opportunitiesConduct architecture reviews and assessments to ensure compliance with governance policies and enterprise architecture principlesCreate and maintain business capability models, value stream maps, and process architecturesMentor enterprise architects and business analysts in governance processes and business architecture methodologiesMaintain and refresh OKRs/KRIs and related dashboards for Governance and Product Lifecycle processesContribute to ongoing administrative program/project activities as requiredMust have5+ years in enterprise architecture or related roles with proven focus on technology governanceDemonstrated experience implementing business architecture practices (e.g., business capability modeling, process optimization)Hands-on work with architecture frameworks (TOGAF, Zachman, or equivalent) and governance methodologies (COBIT, ITIL)Experience negotiating technology risk postures with 2LoD, 3LoD or external regulatorsQuantifiable achievements in cost optimization, compliance improvement, or revenue growth through governance initiativesLeading technology governance programs in complex enterprise environmentsBusiness process modeling and analysis (BPMN, UML)Developing technology policies, standards, and compliance frameworksCross-functional leadership in digital transformation initiativesSkillsExceptional stakeholder management and communication skillsAnalytical thinking with ability to translate business needs into technical governance requirementsFluency in business value articulation – translating technical governance into ROI and risk mitigation metrics.Knowledge of emerging technologies (Agentic AI) and their governance implicationsFacilitation skills for architecture review boards and governance committeesCertification in architecture/governance frameworks (e.g., TOGAF, COBIT, CISM) is highly desirableNice-to-haveBackground in IT Risk for a Financial InstitutionExecutive/stakeholder communication experienceStrategic thinker with excellent interpersonal skills to work across multiple LOBs and technical domainsJob SkillsAgile Methodology, Analytical Thinking, Business Analysis, Business Data Analysis, Business Requirements, Communication, Critical Thinking, Dashboard Reporting, Documentations, Emerging Technologies, End-to-End Testing, Information Systems, Interpersonal Relationship Management, Learning Quickly, Portfolio Management, Process Governance, Process Improvements, Requirements Analysis, Technology Landscape, Timeline Management, Workflow ManagementAdditional Job DetailsAddress:RBC WATERPARK PLACE, 88 QUEENS QUAY W:TORONTOCity:TorontoCountry:CanadaWork hours/week:37.5Employment Type:Full timePlatform:TECHNOLOGY AND OPERATIONSJob Type:RegularPay Type:SalariedPosted Date:2025-12-31Application Deadline:2026-02-27Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date aboveInclusion and Equal Opportunity EmploymentAt RBC, we believe an inclusive workplace that has diverse perspectives is core to our continued growth as one of the largest and most successful banks in the world. 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