Royal Bank of Canada

Lead Full Stack Developer

Royal Bank of Canada$110K — $130K *
Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of experience with .Net, React/Angular/ASP.NET MVC, JavaScript, REST APIs, Microservices, NoSQL/SQL databases.
  • Experience with DevOps and CI/CD tools such as GitHub, Helios, or similar, along with cloud technologies like OpenShift, Azure, and AWS.
  • Proven ability to meet high-quality standards while managing multiple deadlines and tasks.
  • Strong written and oral communication skills with the ability to engage with stakeholders effectively.
  • Deep understanding of technology and financial services industries.

Responsibilities

  • Contribute to the technical design, development, and enhancement of applications.
  • Lead and manage a team of developers to meet project timelines and budgets.
  • Ensure applications meet standards for code quality, performance, and scalability.
  • Participate actively in scrums and sessions with IT and business stakeholders.
  • Maintain operational efficiency of existing systems while documenting technical decisions and testing.
  • Collaborate with internal teams for software delivery, support, and bug fixes.
  • Stay updated on platform capabilities and promote best practices within the team.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits.
  • Leadership support for development through coaching and opportunity management.
  • Opportunity to make a significant impact within the organization.
  • Work in a dynamic, collaborative, and high-performing team environment.
  • Access to a world-class training program in financial services.
Full Job Description
Job Description

What is the opportunity?

We are seeking a Lead Full Stack Developer who is passionate about data, understands financial concepts, and can translate complex business requirements into high-quality software. This role supports critical applications, data pipelines, and integrations that power our Investments, Trust, Custody, and Trading operations.

We are looking for someone who goes beyond writing code - someone who understands how data flows, why it matters, and how it impacts clients and regulators.

What will you do?
  • Design, develop, and maintain ASP.NET web applications, including ongoing vulnerability remediation.
  • Build and enhance data-focused API's using C# and Apigee with a strong focus on data access, security, and performance.
  • Develop and maintain ETL pipelines using Informatica IICS and SSIS.
  • Write, optimize, and troubleshoot complex stored procedures in MS SQL and Snowflake.
  • Build and maintain data pipelines and automated workflows using Stonebranch or Airflow. Knowledge of Python helpful.
  • Integrate with and support commercial Wealth Management software (investments, trust, custody, trading).
  • Collaborate with business partners to translate financial and operational requirements into technical solutions.
  • Participate in code reviews, architecture discussions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Troubleshoot production issues across applications, APIs, databases, and ETL jobs.
  • Use AI-assisted development tools (Copilot, Claude, etc.) to accelerate development and documentation.
  • Contribute to secure coding practices and remediation of audit or vulnerability findings.
  • Assist with reporting and analytics using SAP BusinessObjects or Tableau (nice to have).


What do you need to succeed?

Must have:
  • 10+ years of experience with C#, .NET, ASP.NET, VB.NET
  • Expertise in SQL, stored procedures, and database optimization
  • Hands-on experience with ETL tools (Informatica IICS, SSIS)
  • Experience building and maintaining REST APIs
  • Familiarity with Apigee or similar API gateways
  • Experience with Snowflake and MS SQL Server
  • Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and modern DevOps practices
  • Experience with Stonebranch, Airflow, or similar orchestration tools
  • Ability to maintain and modernize legacy codebases


Preferred Domain Knowledge:
  • Understanding of investment products, trust accounting, custody operations, and trade lifecycle
  • Experience supporting or integrating with commercial Wealth Management platforms
  • Ability to interpret financial data and identify anomalies
  • Familiarity with regulatory expectations (audit trails, data lineage, security controls)


Soft Skills & Mindset:
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to communicate clearly with non-technical stakeholders
  • Curiosity about data and how it is used in financial operations
  • Ownership mentality - accountable for systems end-to-end
  • Ability to work in a regulated, process-driven environment


What's in it for you?

We thrive on the challenge to be our best, progressive thinking to keep growing, and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual.
  • 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.
  • Ability to make a difference and lasting impact.
  • Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team.
  • A world-class training program in financial services.


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Job Skills
Application Development, Application Integrations, Application Maintenance, Applications Architecture, Detail-Oriented, Enterprise Application Delivery, Group Problem Solving, Programming Languages, Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), System Applications

Additional Job Details

Address:

180 WELLINGTON ST 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:

2026-03-30

Application Deadline:

2026-08-31
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above

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