Royal Bank of Canada

Senior Platform Engineer

Royal Bank of Canada • $110K — $130K *
Toronto, ON M3C 0E3In-Person
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of hands-on experience with OpenShift, Linux or Windows environments.
  • Knowledge of public and private cloud platforms such as Azure and AWS.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Self-driven with strong problem-solving skills in fast-paced settings.
  • Proficient in scripting languages including PowerShell and Shell; database knowledge is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Support Wealth Management Data applications on Linux, Windows, and cloud platforms.
  • Manage security patches and updates to meet compliance standards.
  • Upgrade operating systems and middle-tier applications to ensure regulatory adherence.
  • Diagnose and resolve technical issues reported by users.
  • Set up monitoring and alerts to ensure platform stability.
  • Lead platform initiatives from initiation to successful completion.
  • Maintain and update documentation, including troubleshooting steps and best practices.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits.
  • Supportive leaders focused on your development and growth.
  • Opportunity to make a meaningful impact within the organization.
  • Work with a dynamic and collaborative high-performing team.
  • Chances to innovate and challenge existing practices.
  • Opportunities for greater responsibilities and accountabilities.
Full Job Description
Job Description

This role will provide expert technical and business support, hardware and operating system support and system integration support for existing platforms. You will collaborate with development, operations, and quality assurance teams on projects, upgrades and resolve technical issues while adhering to security compliance and following best practices. In addition, you will collaborate with upstream/downstream system consumers and services providers, 3rd party vendor partners, and operation partners.

What will you do?
  • Provide day to day support for Wealth Management Data applications platforms including Linux, Windows and Cloud (public & private)
  • Take ownership of security patches and updates for operating systems and applications to ensure DMI platforms meet RBC security and compliance standards.
  • Perform upgrades to the operating system and middle-tier applications to ensure regulatory compliance and mitigate risks.
  • Strong problem-solving skills to diagnose and resolve errors and issues reported by users.
  • Setup monitoring and alerts for the Data platforms to ensure stability and resiliency.
  • Leads Platform initiatives from end to end to ensure initiative will be completed successfully.
  • Create, maintain, and update knowledge base documentation for the supported systems. This includes documenting troubleshooting steps, and best practices for issue resolution. Explore opportunities to leverage automation tools and technologies to enhance support capabilities.
  • Actively participate in projects related to technology upgrades, system integrations, and process enhancements. Perform other duties as assigned by management, contributing to the overall success of the WMTS- Data Platform Infrastructure Team and the organization.


What do you need to succeed?

Must-have:
  • Advanced knowledge and hands-on experience with OpenShift, Linux or Windows environments.
  • Public and Private cloud knowledge, skills and experiences with Azure, AWS & S3.
  • Excellent interpersonal and highly developed communication skills (verbal and written)
  • Creative and analytical thinker who is self-driven and capable of working in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills. Ability to balance multiple priorities.
  • Knowledge of programming and scripting languages such as PowerShell, Shell, JavaScript, etc. Database knowledge an asset.


Nice-to-have:
  • Solid understanding of general networking & SAN principles.
  • Experience with automating manual processes.
  • Familiarity with SSL certificates, implementation, operation and utilization.
  • Financial institution knowledge is an asset.


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 and production day to day support through coaching and managing opportunities.
  • Ability to make a difference and lasting impact.
  • Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team.
  • Opportunity to challenge the status quo and improve existing solutions.
  • Opportunity to take on progressively greater accountabilities.


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Job Skills
Apache Kafka, DevOps, Elk Stack, IBM WebSphere MQ, Linux Shell Scripting, Microsoft SQL Server, Microsoft Windows, Red Hat OpenShift, Structured Query Language (SQL), UNIX AIX

Additional Job Details

Address:

RBC CENTRE, 155 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:

2026-08-11

Application Deadline:

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

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.

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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.

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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.

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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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Learn more about Royal Bank of Canada
Size
86,007 employees
Market Cap
$130.3 billion
Industry
Finance & Insurance
5 Year Trend
+8.7%
NASDAQ
RY
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