Director of Payments Technology at Vancity, responsible for modernizing payment systems and fraud technology. Engaging with Payments Canada and leading cross-functional teams in financial services technology.
Responsibilities
Defining and executing the enterprise payments and fraud technology roadmap across Interac, RTR, ANR, EFT/ACSS, Lynx, and related Payments Canada initiatives
Engaging with Payments Canada to translate mandates, rule changes, and modernization milestones into executable delivery plans
Modernizing payment rails supporting retail, SMB, and commercial members including Interac (v3.x through v3.7), EFT, RTR, card networks, and SWIFT
Delivering RTR connectivity including real time routing, clearing, and settlement capabilities
Owning the evolution of the enterprise fraud engine including real time scoring, decisioning platforms, transaction monitoring, and case management
Ensuring fraud controls are embedded directly into payment journeys to prevent losses while preserving seamless member experience and trust
Ensuring tight integration across payment flows, fraud platforms, core banking systems, and digital channels
Partnering with architecture to define target state payments and fraud platforms aligned with cloud strategy and core modernization
Leading cross functional teams delivering complex payments and fraud modernization initiatives
Requirements
10+ years of experience in financial services technology with deep expertise in payment rails and fraud systems
Hands-on experience delivering Interac e-Transfer, RTR, ANR, EFT/ACSS, and related national payment rails
Demonstrated experience designing and operating enterprise fraud engines, real time decisioning systems, and secure transaction platforms
Strong knowledge of Payments Canada modernization programs including RTR, Lynx, ACSS, and ISO 20022
Experience embedding fraud by design into digital and payment experiences to strengthen member trust and reduce losses
Proven experience translating regulatory and business requirements into executable payments and fraud technology roadmaps.
Benefits
Living Wage Employer : We’re the largest private-sector Living Wage Employer in Canada and consistently ranked among Canada’s Top Employers.
Customizable Benefits : Permanent employees receive flexible benefit packages that can be tailored annually to meet evolving needs.
Generous Vacation : New employees start with 3-4 weeks of vacation per year, with additional days earned over time.
Extra Stat Holidays : In addition to BC’s 11 statutory holidays, we offer 2 extra days, plus care days for personal or family illness.
Immediate Health Coverage : Health and dental benefits begin on your hire date, with three levels of coverage to choose from.
Defined Benefit Pension : Our retirement plan provides a guaranteed income for life, recognizing that retirement looks different for everyone.
Vancity Talent Programs: Vancity supports an inclusive hiring process for candidates who self-identify as Indigenous, Black, or Trans. With special permission from the BC Human Rights Commissioner, this initiative provides access to career development opportunities, prioritized job screening, and feedback.
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