Royal Bank of Canada

Senior Software Developer

Royal Bank of Canada$100K — $130K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in Java back-end web services development focusing on SOAP/REST/GRAPHQL API.
  • 3+ years in a senior or lead developer role, preferably in a financial enterprise environment.
  • Proficient in translating business needs into technical designs and utilizing architectural patterns like MVC and microservices.
  • Strong understanding of software design, security, and scalability best practices.
  • Experience in financial services, specifically in Wealth Management or Capital Markets sectors.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to work under deadlines.
  • Adaptable to emerging technologies and changing business requirements.

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement complex Java Spring Boot API applications and perform testing for on-premise and cloud-hosted systems.
  • Analyze and modify programming systems, performing testing and debugging for large-scale applications.
  • Conduct code reviews, enhance DevOps pipelines, and lead remediation projects focusing on Cyber Security standards.
  • Analyze organizational needs for application systems and adopt AI technologies to boost code delivery speed.
  • Ensure the operational efficiency of existing applications and document development processes.
  • Identify and implement opportunities for process improvements to enhance user story throughput.
  • Participate positively in change initiatives and commit to quality and customer satisfaction.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits.
  • Leaders dedicated to supporting your career growth through coaching and opportunities.
  • Chance to impact and make a difference in the community.
  • Work in a dynamic and collaborative high-performing team environment.
  • Access to a world-class training program in financial services and challenging projects.
  • Opportunities for career advancement and greater responsibilities.
  • Possibility to build strong relationships with clients through direct engagement.
Full Job Description
Job Description

What is the opportunity?

This role within RBC Wealth Management Data Integrations team is responsible for partnering across cross functional application development teams with assigned business line(s) to assess, research, and analyze business requirements, technical and system integration needs to build or enhance products, resolve issues by recommending technology solutions that meet sponsor/stakeholder needs. Participate in scrum ceremonies product owner, requirement gathering sessions with analysts, collaborate with Architects to design solutions, write detailed technical design specifications, code, test and deploy Java web services using existing and emerging cloud technology platforms.

What will you do?

  • Designing and coding complex Java Spring boot API application programs and interfaces; perform component level testing, participate in integration, performance and load testing for developed applications hosted on premise and Cloud (AWS).
  • Reviewing, analyzing, and modifying programming systems, including encoding, testing, debugging and installing for a large-scale system.
  • Peer Review code, improve DevOPS pipeline, drive remediation Projects to ensure the application meets the Cyber Security hygiene standards, address legacy application tech debt.
  • Conducting analyses of organizational needs and goals for the development and implementation of application systems and adopt AI technologies within development tools (like Co-pilot) to improve code delivery velocity.
  • Ensuring the operating efficiency of existing application systems.
  • Maintaining records for the documentation of systems development and revisions.
  • Identify, introduce, and implement opportunities to streamline processes to improve the user story throughput
  • Be receptive to change. Participate willingly and positively in change initiatives impacting own role.
  • Perform own job responsibilities with commitment to quality and customer satisfaction - doing what's right, for the team, for the enterprise.
  • Ensures problems are quickly identified through review, and engage appropriate staff and support personnel to resolve in a timely manner while providing the highest possible level of service to clients


What do you need to succeed?

Must Have's
  • 5+ years of genuine Java back-end web services design, solution and development and maintenance experience focusing on SOAP/REST/GRAPHQL API development.
  • 3+ years of playing the senior or lead developer role in a small or medium sized development team in large Financial Enterprise with excellent coding skills and mentoring skills.
  • Proficiency in translating business requirements into technical specifications with expertise in architectural design patterns (e.g., MVC, event-driven, microservices).
  • Awareness of industry best practices in software design, security, and scalability.
  • Experience working with Financial Services, banking or Wealth Management or Capital Markets.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication with great interpersonal skills
  • Ability to effectively deal with internal teams and partners under restrictive deadlines
  • Adaptability: Ability to stay current with emerging technologies and adjust to changing business needs with decision-making ability in selecting the right tools, frameworks, and platforms.


Nice to Have
  • Exposure to Snowflake Datawarehouse, ETL tools, Co-pilot, Agentic AI tools and popular LLM's
  • Critical thinking and Lateral leadership
  • Analytical Thinking: role need to analyze complex systems and find optimal solutions.
  • Collaboration: Strong teamwork and collaboration across departments and with various stakeholders.
  • Skills in working across departments to ensure a smooth transition to new architectures.


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
  • Opportunities to do challenging work
  • Opportunities to take on progressively greater accountabilities
  • Opportunities to building close relationships with clients
  • Access to a variety of job opportunities across business and geographies


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Job Skills
Active Learning, Active Learning, Agile Methodology, AI Agents, Apache Kafka, API Integration, Critical Thinking, Debugging, Detail-Oriented, Elk Stack, Enterprise Application Delivery, GitHub Repositories, GraphQL (Query Language), Group Problem Solving, IBM WebSphere Application Server, IBM WebSphere MQ, In Memory Database, Integration Testing, Interpersonal Communication, Java Full Stack Development, Lateral Leadership, Microservices Architecture, NoSQL Databases, PL/SQL (Programming Language), Python Automation {+ 6 more}

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:

2026-05-14

Application Deadline:

2026-06-12
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

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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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