Executive Director Technology Research and Innovation
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Executive Director Technology Research and Innovation

DTCC

Location: Jersey City,NJ, USA

Date: 2024-12-22T06:30:55Z

Job Description:
Job DescriptionAre you ready to make an impact at DTCC? Do you want to work on innovative projects, collaborate with a dynamic and supportive team, and receive investment in your professional development? At DTCC, we are at the forefront of innovation in the financial markets. We are committed to helping our employees grow and succeed. We believe that you have the skills and aim to make a real impact. We foster a thriving internal community and are committed to creating a workplace that looks like the world that we serve. The Information Technology group delivers secure, reliable technology solutions that enable DTCC to be the trusted infrastructure of the global capital markets. The team delivers high-quality information through activities that include development of crucial, building infrastructure capabilities to meet client needs and implementing data standards and governance.Pay and Benefits:
  • Competitive compensation, including base pay and annual incentive
  • Comprehensive health and life insurance and well-being benefits, based on location
  • Pension / Retirement benefits
  • Paid Time Off and Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.
  • DTCC offers a flexible/hybrid model of 3 days onsite and 2 days remote (onsite Tuesdays, Wednesdays and a third day unique to each team or employee).
The Impact you will have in this role:We are seeking a visionary leader to take the helm as Executive Director of Technology Research & Innovation, with a primary focus on Artificial Intelligence and emerging technologies strategy. This role is not just about staying ahead of the curve; it's about defining the curve. You will lead an elite team, driving transformative projects that will shape the future of DTCC and the industry. From piloting groundbreaking AI initiatives to building the foundational enterprise-wide AI platform, you will be at the forefront of innovation. Your leadership will span across vendor selection, industry-wide hackathons, innovation showcases, premier academic partnerships, and thought leadership through high-impact publications and speaking engagementsIn this role, you will not only shape the future of AI and emerging technology within DTCC but also drive innovation across the industry. Your leadership will result in the development of innovative technologies that will deliver significant business value, enhance operational efficiency, and build new revenue streams. By forging strategic partnerships, leading thought leadership efforts, and implementing high-profile pilots, you will establish DTCC as a leader in AI and innovation, setting the standard for others to follow. The impact of your work will be felt firm-wide, as you unlock the full potential of AI to transform our business and the industry at large. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring that DTCC establishes a role at the cutting edge of technology development, delivering transformative solutions that redefine the future of our industry. Your Primary Responsibilities:
  • Strategic leadership: Spearhead the ongoing, iterative development of a comprehensive AI strategy that aligns with DTCC's long-term goals that drives measurable business value.
  • Pilots: Lead the design and assessment of AI & Emerging tech pilots, partner with the execution team to deliver pilots that push the boundaries of what is possible at DTCC, translating sophisticated problems into actionable, scalable solutions.
  • AI Platform development: Partner with select vendors and the execution team to ensure delivery of a robust, enterprise-wide AI platform that serves as the backbone for all AI-related initiatives across DTCC.
  • Academic partnerships: Forge and nurture strategic partnerships with premier academic institutions, ensuring we remain at the leading edge of AI research and development.
  • Innovation showcases: Organize and lead industry-wide hackathons and innovation showcases that highlight our projects and industry projects.
  • Thought Leadership: Establish yourself and DTCC as leaders with vision in AI by authoring influential publications, participating in global forums, and speaking at key industry events.
  • Team development: Build, mentor and inspire an impactful team. Foster a culture of creativity, collaboration, and continuous learning.
**NOTE: The Primary Responsibilities of this role are not limited to the details above. **Qualifications:
  • Minimum of 15 years of related experience with a proven track record of leading high-impact projects and teams.
  • Master's degree preferred with a focus in computer science, technology, engineering, or mathematics.
Talents Needed for Success:
  • Visionary leadership - proven track record to lead and inspire in a rapidly evolving technology landscape.
  • Distinctive problem solving and strategic mentality with the ability to translate complex technology concepts into clear business strategies.
  • Deep understanding of AI technologies, data science, and the broader landscape of new technologies.
  • Outstanding communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas to both technical and non-technical audiences, at all levels of the organization.
  • Project Management: Exceptional project management skills with a track record of delivering successful sophisticated, large-scale projects.
  • Experience in building and maintaining partnerships with industry partners, cross-functional colleagues, and vendors.
The salary range is indicative for roles at the same level within DTCC across all US locations. Actual salary is determined based on the role, location, individual experience, skills, and other considerations. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.About UsDTCC safeguards the financial markets and helps them run efficiently, in times of prosperity and crisis. We are uniquely positioned at the center of global trading activity, processing over 100 million financial transactions every day, pioneering industry-wide, post-trade solutions and maintaining multiple data and operating centers worldwide. From where we stand, we can anticipate the industry's needs and we're working to continually improve the world's most resilient, secure and efficient market infrastructure. Our employees are driven to deliver innovative technologies that improve efficiency, lower cost and bring stability and certainty to the post-trade lifecycle.DTCC proudly supports Flexible Work Arrangements favoring openness and gives people freedom to do their jobs well, by encouraging diverse opinions and emphasizing teamwork. When you join our team, you'll have an opportunity to make meaningful contributions at a company that is recognized as a thought leader in both the financial services and technology industries. A DTCC career is more than a good way to earn a living. It's the chance to make a difference at a company that's truly one of a kind. Learn more about Clearance and Settlement by clicking here.About the TeamServes as a dedicated technology resource for advancing DTCC's business opportunities and providing industry thought leadership for leveraging new technology. The goal of this new department is to partner internally with IT, our business and regulatory divisions and externally with clients, regulators, and fintech vendors, to help build new platforms and business models to advance DTCC's mission to support the financial markets.
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