Royal Bank of Canada

DevOps Engineering Lead

Royal Bank of Canada • $120K — $140K *
Technical Services
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of experience in DevOps, platform engineering, or related fields.
  • Strong programming skills with at least 10 years of experience in Java, TypeScript, Python, or Shell scripting.
  • Deep Kubernetes expertise, with an understanding of its components and management of environments.
  • Proficiency in DevOps pipelines and tools like GitHub Actions and Jenkins.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of web-based application architectures using Angular or AngularJS.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the design and maintenance of scalable and secure infrastructure.
  • Collaborate with teams to implement CI/CD pipelines for software delivery.
  • Automate provisioning and configuration management processes.
  • Monitor and optimize system performance for high availability.
  • Drive the adoption of DevOps best practices across the organization.
  • Design and implement security practices to ensure compliance.
  • Mentor junior engineers and foster a collaborative team environment.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits.
  • Leaders who support development through coaching and management opportunities.
  • Dynamic, collaborative, and high-performing team environment.
  • World-class training program in financial services.
  • Flexible work/life balance options.
Full Job Description
Job Description

What is the Opportunity?

As a Devops Engineering Lead, provide direction and engineering support through the process of agile software development.

What will you do?
  • Lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of scalable, secure, and high-performance infrastructure to support development and production environments.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including developers, product managers, and business stakeholders, to design and implement CI/CD pipelines that enable seamless and efficient delivery of software.
  • Automate infrastructure provisioning, configuration management, and deployment processes to improve efficiency and reduce manual intervention.
  • Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize system performance, ensuring high availability and reliability of platforms and services.
  • Drive the adoption of DevOps best practices, tools, and methodologies across the organization to foster a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Design and implement robust security practices, including vulnerability management, access control, and compliance with industry standards.
  • Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented team environment.
  • Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and trends in DevOps, cloud computing, and platform engineering, and identify opportunities to incorporate them into the organization's infrastructure.


What do you need to succeed?

Must Haves
  • 10+ years of experience in DevOps, platform engineering, or related fields, with a proven track record of delivering scalable and reliable infrastructure solutions.
  • Strong programming skills with at least 10+ years of hands-on experience in languages such as Java, TypeScript, Python, Shell scripting, or batch processing, and expertise in developing distributed cloud applications (OpenShift, Azure, Docker).
  • Deep Kubernetes expertise, including a thorough understanding of its components (Deployments, Services, HPA, ConfigMaps, Secrets, etc.) and the ability to design and manage complex Kubernetes-based environments.
  • Proficiency in DevOps pipelines and CI/CD tools, such as GitHub Actions, Jenkins, Maven, and experience with automated testing frameworks (unit, functional, and performance testing).
  • Comprehensive knowledge of web-based application architectures and frameworks, including Angular or AngularJS, and how they integrate with backend services.


Nice-to-haves:
  • Object Oriented coding practices, including strong design patterns knowledge, refactoring, clean code.
  • Experience working with Kafka, MySQL, Non-relational databases, Caching
  • Experience in BDD and TDD methodologies
  • Working experience in one or more of: Algorithm design and optimization, AI tools, RDBMS and/or modern scale-out repositories (MySQL, MongoDB, Redis), Kafka.


What's in it for you?
  • A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits, competitive compensation, commissions, and stock where applicable
  • Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities
  • Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
  • A world-class training program in financial services
  • Flexible work/life balance options
  • Opportunities to take on progressively greater accountabilities
  • Access to a variety of job opportunities across business and geographies


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Job Skills
Business Process Improvements, Software Change Request Management, Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), Software Engineering, Software Integration Engineering, Software Product Design, Software Product Technical Knowledge, Software Release Management, Systems Software, Team Management

Additional Job Details

Address:

RBC WATERPARK PLACE, 88 QUEENS QUAY W:TORONTO

City:

Toronto

Country:

Canada

Work hours/week:

37.5

Employment Type:

Full time

Platform:

TECHNOLOGY AND OPERATIONS

Job Type:

Regular

Pay Type:

Salaried

Posted Date:

2026-03-05

Application Deadline:

2026-09-30
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above

RBC is presently inviting candidates to apply for this existing vacancy. Applying to this posting allows you to express your interest in this current career opportunity at RBC. Qualified applicants may be contacted to review their resume in more detail.

About Royal Bank of Canada

Royal Bank of Canada Careers

Join the dynamic team at Royal Bank of Canada (RBC), a global leader in financial services and a company committed to excellence and innovation. At RBC, we offer a wide range of job opportunities that empower professionals to shape their career paths with leadership, diversity training, and continuous growth.

Work You’ll Do

At Royal Bank of Canada, we are not just hiring; we are building a culture of innovation and leadership. Our team members are at the forefront of the financial industry, driving transformation and delivering targeted solutions that meet the evolving needs of our clients and communities.

Explore Job Opportunities and Employment at RBC

Whether you are starting your career or looking to take it to the next level, RBC offers positions that challenge your skills and fuel your ambition. From entry-level positions to leadership roles, our job opportunities span across various functions and regions. Join us and be part of a team that values professional growth and diversity.

Internship and Professional Development

Kickstart your career with an internship at Royal Bank of Canada. Our internships provide invaluable hands-on experience, networking opportunities, and insights into the financial services industry. Interns at RBC gain the skills necessary to excel and are often considered for full-time positions within the company.

Benefits and Culture

At RBC, we prioritize the well-being and satisfaction of our employees. Our benefits package is designed to support our team members at every stage of their life and career. RBC’s culture is built on a foundation of respect, integrity, and responsibility, fostering an environment where everyone can thrive.

Career Growth and Innovation

We believe in nurturing the potential of our employees through continuous learning and career development programs. At RBC, you will find endless opportunities to grow professionally through on-the-job experiences, formal training programs, and leadership development initiatives. Our commitment to innovation means we are constantly seeking out new ideas and perspectives, making RBC a perfect place for those who aim to lead and innovate.

Diversity and Inclusion

Diversity is our strength. At Royal Bank of Canada, we are committed to building an inclusive workplace where every employee feels valued and respected. Our diversity training programs are designed to educate and inspire, creating a more inclusive and equitable workplace.

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