Royal Bank of Canada

Lead Software Developer (Java/Angular)

Royal Bank of Canada$100K — $130K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Engineering or equivalent
  • 5+ years of technical leadership experience in highly resilient software solutions
  • Strong experience in team building and technical delivery
  • Proficient in backend and frontend technologies such as JAVA, Spring Boot, and Angular
  • Experience in cloud-based applications, including Pivotal Cloud Foundry, OpenShift, Docker, and Azure
  • Exceptional communication skills, both technical and business-related
  • Creative, analytical thinker with self-driven motivation in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

  • Provide technical leadership and hands-on contribution to software solutions as needed
  • Manage a team of developers to deliver a top-tier product
  • Collaborate with technical, product, and business leads for exceptional solution delivery
  • Establish and implement standards, guidelines, and best engineering practices
  • Support transformation programs by setting vision and strategic roadmap from a technical perspective
  • Build engaging applications focused on software engineering excellence

Benefits

  • Comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits
  • Participation in fun events and gamification challenges for professional growth
  • Leadership that supports development through coaching and learning opportunities
  • Work in a dynamic, collaborative, and progressive team environment
  • Opportunity to make a meaningful and lasting impact
  • Comfortable work environment with casual dress code
  • Challenging and rewarding work opportunities
Full Job Description
Job Description

What will you do?
  • Provide technical leadership and hands-on contribution to software solutions if required
  • Manage a team of developers responsible for delivering a top-tier product.
  • Collaborate with other technical leads, product leads and business leads to deliver exceptional solutions
  • Provide leadership and expert counsel in establishing and implementing standards, guidelines and best engineering practices.
  • Support the transformation program leads to set vision and establish strategic roadmap from technical perspective
  • Building exciting, customer-focused, engaging applications by focusing on software engineering / design / architecture excellence.


What do you need to succeed?

Must-have
  • Bachelor degree in Computer Science/Engineering (or equivalent)
  • 5+ years technical leadership experience in delivering high resilient software solutions
  • Strong technical delivery and team building experience
  • Strong technical background in both modern backend and frontend technologies, including JAVA, Sprint Boot, Angular etc.
  • Strong technical experience in developing and deploying on distributed cloud applications (Pivotal Cloud Foundry, OpenShift, Docker, Azure)
  • Excellent interpersonal and highly developed communication skills (verbal and written) from both technical and business perspectives
  • Creative and analytical thinker who is self-driven and capable of working in a fast-paced environment
  • Excellent team player who has great collaboration skills with other tech leads, product leads and business leads etc. to move things forward


Nice-to-have
  • Familiarity with Business Process Model Notation (BPMN) and Decision Model Notation (DMN) is a plus, including Camunda, Pega, etc.
  • Experience and context knowledge in Home Equity Finance (HEF) industry, including mortgage origination, adjudication and fulfillment is a plus
  • Experience with GitHub Co-pilot or other Gen-AI tools is a plus


What's in it for you?

  • A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits, competitive compensation and stock where applicable
  • Participate in fun events and gamification challenges to help build your career tool kit while enjoying a work-life balance
  • Leaders who support your development through coaching and learning opportunities
  • Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive and highly performing team
  • Ability to make a difference and lasting impact
  • Enjoy a comfortable work environment with the option to dress casually
  • Opportunities to do challenging work


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

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:

2026-06-25

Application Deadline:

2026-07-25
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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