Job DescriptionWhat will you do?- Collaborate with RS&D business leaders to determine how to best apply technology (e.g. scalable domain-driven solutions, operational reporting, resiliency, SRE practices) to meet the objectives of the regulatory initiatives.
- Provide architectural strategic thinking, technology solution, and input into roadmaps to drive delivery
- Ensure architectural compliance of solutions and introduce recommendations for changes to reference model(s) when needed.
- Maintain a plan to address gaps between current and target state architectures.
- Participate in 'reuse, buy and build' decisions.
- Understand potential impacts of proposed solutions on other systems, processes and/or projects.
- Articulate and document technology solution design, considering trade-offs, costs, and benefits.
- Develop ongoing knowledge of current and emerging technologies.
- Identify new and emerging solutions, assess relevance and potential value to the organization, and present findings to teammates and management.
- Participate in day-to-day execution of the architecture strategy.
- Develop blueprints and conduct design reviews to ensure architectural compliance of solutions.
- Work across multiple projects and systems to develop, communicate, and mentor others on solution design, implementation, operational patterns and best practices
What do you need to succeed?Must have:- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related technical field (e.g. engineering, physics or mathematics), or equivalent practical experience.
- Solid experience with a variety of modern technologies/approaches including event-based architecture, cloud-based deployments, REST/API first applications.
- Demonstrated ability in written and oral communication skills along with strong presentation skills. Ability to determine the information and communication needs of the stakeholders and project.
- Strong organizational, project management and time management capabilities.
- Experience supporting mission-critical applications in production.
- Designing as a solution architect in large or complex programs, including system and application designs, software and technical architecture, in accordance with strategies and objectives.
- Providing expertise on a variety of issues in software designs, system architecture and solution-oriented technologies.
- Communicating with clients, analyzing business requirements and processes, making recommendations, and leading in future planning.
- Overseeing solution architecture project outcomes, including hardware and software design; ensuring that each project phase meets overall requirements.
NICE-TO-HAVE:- Knowledge of Canada regulations and legislations for financial institutions
- Extensive experience in APM, logging and cache technologies, e.g. Dynatrace, Splunk/ELK, Redis, etc.
- Experience in Azure/AWS/GCP cloud data platform technologies, and container management platform, e.g. Openshift
- Knowledge of Encryption/Decryption Standards
- Experienced in domain-driven-design and data modelling
- Exposure to AI / ML tools and concepts
- Ability to facilitate and influence key decision makers
- Strategic thinker with excellent interpersonal skills to work across functions and businesses
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
- Flexible work/life balance options
- Opportunities to do challenging work
Job SkillsApplications Architecture, Architectural Modeling, Critical Thinking, Enterprise IT Architecture, Information Technology Consulting, Multi-Level Communication, Platform Architecture, Software Product Design, System Applications, Transitional Architecture
Additional Job DetailsAddress: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:2026-06-11
Application Deadline:2026-07-24
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.
