Manager, Application Development

The Real Estate Council of Ontario (RECO) is seeking a Manager of Application Development. We have one permanent position available to start immediately.

About RECO

As Ontario’s regulator of more than 110,000 real estate agents and brokerages (often referred to as registrants), RECO administers and enforces the law that regulates trading in real estate in Ontario and enhances consumer confidence in the real estate services sector. RECO’s commitment to pursuing trust in every transaction means consumers can navigate the real estate market with confidence. 

A modern regulator with approximately 170 employees, RECO is a collegial and dynamic environment where strategic agility, curiosity and empathy are valued.

Hybrid work environment

RECO has a ‘hybrid’ environment, which typically includes a minimum attendance in the office of two days per week, with some teams/positions requiring more frequent in-office attendance.

RECO’s commitment to diversity and inclusion: They aren’t just words to us!

RECO is committed to promoting an equitable, diverse, and inclusive environment that includes awareness, education, and engagement-building opportunities for all employees.

The role

Under the direction of the Director, Information Technology, the Manager, Application Development is responsible for planning, coordinating, and supervising all activities related to the design, development, implementation, maintenance, and support of organizational information systems and software applications. This role provides leadership across the full Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), including requirements gathering, application development, application support, integration design, and database management.

The Manager leads the design, architecture, and delivery of modern, AI-assisted web applications that integrate securely with mission-critical regulatory systems. Accountable for resource allocation, project and task prioritization, and team capacity planning, this role ensures the function is appropriately staffed and positioned to deliver on evolving business needs. The Manager provides daily leadership, coaching, and career development to team members while fostering continuous improvement in communication, problem-solving, and technical expertise.

As the technical lead for Stream 2 initiatives, this is a player-coach role responsible for setting architecture direction, defining integration patterns, establishing quality and secure coding standards, and mentoring developers to ensure scalable, secure, and mission-critical systems are delivered in alignment with organizational priorities.

Position responsibilities

Strategy, Acquisition & Operational Leadership

• Lead pre-development evaluation of proposals to identify risks, system impacts, integration considerations, and alignment to business and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure development initiatives meet functional requirements, end-user needs, compliance standards, and organizational objectives.
• Facilitate Business Process Governance to analyze, prioritize, and resource enhancement requests before entering development.
• Oversee feasibility studies and provide recommendations on software procurement, integration, and deployment decisions.
• Manage the development, deployment, and enhancement of applications and systems across the organization.
• Establish architecture patterns for Node.js-based web applications and define secure, auditable integration standards, including Microsoft Dynamics integrations.
• Ensure AI-assisted development tools are leveraged responsibly within a structured SDLC while maintaining code quality, security, and auditability.
• Conduct code reviews and enforce engineering standards, quality assurance practices, and secure coding principles.
• Guide solution design for intake portals, dashboards, and digital workflows in collaboration with business and technical stakeholders.
• Provide technical leadership to developers, business analysts, and system administrators to ensure data integrity, performance, and infrastructure reliability.
• Communicate development priorities, risks, and progress clearly to executives, managers, and end users.
• Maintain hands-on involvement in application development, database programming, and system support as required.

Qualifications and experience

• 10+ years of progressive experience in software development, programming design, and systems management, with proven leadership overseeing the direction, development, and implementation of enterprise software solutions.
• Strong hands-on technical background, including modern Node.js/web stack development and legacy Microsoft technologies (.NET, C#, ASP.NET, SQL), with the ability to operate as a hands-on architect, not purely managerial.
• Extensive experience with enterprise platforms, including Microsoft Dynamics CRM, OpenText Content Server, and OpenText Capture Centre, with demonstrated ability to integrate modern applications with legacy systems.
• Deep knowledge of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) methodologies and IT project management practices; PMP designation considered an asset.
• Strong understanding of system architecture, database design, file management techniques, and automated software/system management tools.
• Comprehensive knowledge of quality assurance methodologies, secure coding practices, data privacy laws, and regulatory standards (including PCI-DSS compliance).
• Proven ability to prioritize and execute in high-pressure environments, balancing technical rigor with pragmatic, delivery-focused execution.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts into user-friendly language and align solutions to organizational goals.
• Strong customer-service orientation and collaborative leadership style, with experience mentoring and working within cross-functional teams.
• Industry-recognized education or training, such as an IT diploma or degree.

Core competencies

• Strategic thinking and problem solving
• People leadership and team development
• Enterprise thinking and systems orientation

Why work for RECO?

Working at RECO means contributing to an organization that supports a fair, transparent, and consumer-focused real estate marketplace.

What you can expect

• Purpose-driven work: Your contributions help protect consumers and strengthen one of Ontario’s largest and most important sectors.
• A modern, evolving regulator: We are innovating how we regulate and engage with the real estate sector, and your ideas and expertise will help shape the future.
• Professional growth: We invest in employee development, ongoing learning, and cross-functional exposure.
• Hybrid flexibility: Our hybrid model supports balance, flexibility, and wellbeing.
• Inclusive culture: You’ll work with people who care deeply about doing what’s right and delivering high-quality public service.

Join us

If you’re passionate about meaningful work, eager to grow, and want to make a tangible impact on an industry that touches every Ontarian, RECO is the place to do it.

Apply today and help shape the future of real estate in Ontario.

Posting date: February 25, 2026
Closing date: March 11, 2026
Grade: 11
Range: $107,200 - $134,000

Qualified applicants are invited to submit a detailed resume specifically addressing RECO’s needs along with salary expectations to Human Resources at careers@reco.on.ca.

RECO is committed to treating all people in a way that allows them to maintain their dignity and independence. We believe in integration and equal opportunity. We are committed to meeting the needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner and will do so by preventing and removing barriers to accessibility.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest.