Director – Platforms and Software Engineering

iA Financial Group (Industrial Alliance)

. Define and implement the strategic vision for platforms and software engineering .

Posted 11/11/2026full-timeQuebec City • CanadaLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong expertise in software engineering, technology platforms, and responsible AI integration, with a focus on leading multidisciplinary teams and optimizing technology governance. Proven ability to manage portfolios, budgets, and vendor relationships while ensuring software quality and compliance.

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Software Engineering ExpertiseDevSecOps ImplementationCI/CD Pipeline ManagementStrategic LeadershipAI Integration Governance

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Hard Skills

Software EngineeringAutomationDevSecOpsCI/CDObservabilitySystem ReliabilityTechnology GovernanceAI Coding AssistantsGenerative AISoftware Architecture Principles

Soft Skills

Engaging Leadership StyleExcellent CommunicationInfluencing SkillsNegotiation SkillsCollaboration

Industry Keywords

Technology OperationsPortfolio ManagementRisk ManagementOrganizational Change ManagementSoftware QualityApplication SecurityVulnerability ManagementUser SatisfactionContinuous ImprovementGovernance Forums

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define and implement the strategic vision for platforms and software engineering
Develop a roadmap aligned with business priorities, technology strategies, and organizational needs
Lead the evolution of development and delivery platforms, developer experience, software environments, CI/CD pipelines, source code management, automation, and self-service capabilities
Promote responsible AI integration throughout the software development lifecycle
Establish and continuously improve engineering practices and technology governance
Ensure software quality, application security, DevSecOps, observability, reliability, vulnerability management, compliance, and secure AI use
Oversee platform availability, resilience, capacity, and continuous improvement
Establish KPIs for outcomes, adoption, risks, costs, and user satisfaction
Manage initiative portfolios, budgets, vendors, and service commitments
Optimize investments and expected benefits
Lead, engage, and develop multidisciplinary teams
Support managers and specialists in achieving objectives
Foster collaboration, autonomy, and accountability
Represent the department in governance forums and with business and IT partners
Facilitate strategic decision-making and platform adoption

Requirements

What you’ll need

Engaging leadership style and ability to guide multidisciplinary teams
Strong expertise in software engineering and technology platforms
Expertise in automation, DevSecOps, CI/CD, observability, system reliability, technology governance, and responsible AI integration
Strong strategic thinking and execution capabilities
Excellent communication, influencing, and negotiation skills
Capabilities in portfolio management, budgeting, vendor management, risk management, and complex organizational change management
Minimum 10 years of relevant information technology experience
At least 5 years in a leadership role managing teams or large-scale technology capabilities
Proven experience in software engineering, development platforms, DevSecOps, technology operations, or transformation of delivery practices within a large organization
In-depth understanding of AI coding assistants, autonomous agents, and generative AI applied to software engineering
Experience responsibly integrating AI into the development lifecycle, including governance, security, risk management, value measurement, and organization-wide adoption
Strong understanding of software architecture principles and modern platforms
Demonstrated experience leading large-scale technology transformations in complex organizational environments
Advanced proficiency in French
Intermediate proficiency in English
Occasional availability outside regular working hours during major incidents, critical production deployments, or planned activities requiring management presence
Occasional travel between work locations or to meet with partners

Benefits

Comp & perks

A work environment where learning and development go hand in hand with a collective pursuit of excellence
Artificial intelligence accessible to everyone to increase personal efficiency and support organizational growth
Healthy, safe, equitable, and inclusive environment
Hybrid work environment with flexibility and access to inspiring, innovative workspaces
Flexible group insurance coverage
Competitive pension plan
Employee share purchase plan
Vacation, wellness days, and personal development days
Telemedicine services
Employee and Family Assistance Program
Ergonomic furniture program
Performance bonus
Discounts on iA products