Royal Bank of Canada

Staff, Software Engineer (Global Security)

Royal Bank of Canada$110K — $130K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of software development experience across multiple languages and frameworks
  • Deep expertise in Java and Kotlin, specifically in enterprise-scale systems
  • Strong understanding of Python
  • Hands-on experience with backend data systems and data pipeline development
  • Database experience with PostgreSQL and Snowflake (or similar)
  • Proficiency with DevOps tools including GitHub and Maven
  • Strong understanding of testing frameworks and SDLC best practices

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement full-stack solutions using Java/Kotlin, Python, React, PostgreSQL, and Snowflake
  • Implement APIs in Kotlin and ensure system integration between components
  • Lead development and optimization of ETL pipelines for efficient data flow
  • Architect and build scalable backend services and modern frontend applications
  • Champion AI/LLM integration and best practices in prompt engineering
  • Drive adoption of testing frameworks and DevOps practices while managing CI/CD pipelines
  • Troubleshoot production issues to improve system reliability

Benefits

  • Comprehensive Total Rewards Program, including bonuses and flexible benefits
  • Support for professional development through coaching opportunities
  • Ability to make a significant impact within the organization
  • Dynamic and collaborative team environment
  • Challenging work opportunities with increasing responsibilities
Full Job Description
Job Description

What is the opportunity?

The Staff, Software Engineer you will be a technical leader and engineer within our platform team, driving the development and evolution of our data platform and AI capabilities. You'll play a key part in the design and implementation of scalable solutions, raising the bar for engineering excellence. This is an opportunity to work on impactful, complex technical challenges that support RBC's strategic initiatives.

What will you do?
  • Design and implement full-stack solutions across Java/Kotlin, Python, React, PostgreSQL, and Snowflake
  • Design and implement APIs in Kotlin
  • System Integration: Ensure seamless interoperability between Java/ Kotlin components; optimize multi-threading architecture for enterprise environments
  • Lead ETL pipeline development and optimization, ensuring data flows efficiently and reliably
  • Architect and build scalable backend services and modern frontend applications
  • Champion AI/LLM integration and prompt engineering best practices across the team
  • Drive adoption of best-in-class testing frameworks, DevOps practices, and SDLC discipline
  • Participate in security and architectural design reviews
  • Manage GitHub repositories, Maven builds, and CI/CD pipeline improvements
  • Troubleshoot production issues and drive reliability improvement


What do you need to succeed?

Must have:
  • 5+ years of software development experience across multiple languages and frameworks
  • Deep expertise in Java and Kotlin with demonstrated experience building enterprise scale systems
  • Strong understanding of Python
  • Hands-on experience with backend data systems and data pipeline development
  • Database experience with PostgreSQL and Snowflake (or similar data warehouses)
  • Strong Proficiency with DevOps tools (GitHub, Maven, CI/CD practices, containerization)
  • Strong understanding of testing frameworks and SDLC best practices
  • Highly skilled with API design and microservices architecture
  • Experience with multi-threading and enterprise-scale system design
  • Skilled with frontend development with React/ modern JavaScript

Nice to Have
  • AI/LLM and prompt engineering experience
  • Security testing tools experience (Checkmarx, NexusIQ, or similar)
  • Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)


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 through coaching and managing opportunities
  • Ability to make a difference and lasting impact
  • Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
  • Opportunities to do challenging work
  • Opportunities to take on progressively greater accountabilities

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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:

16 YORK ST:TORONTO

City:

Toronto

Country:

Canada

Work hours/week:

37.5

Employment Type:

Full time

Platform:

CHIEF LEGAL & ADMIN OFFICE GRP

Job Type:

Regular

Pay Type:

Salaried

Posted Date:

2026-08-21

Application Deadline:

2026-09-02
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above

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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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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