Royal Bank of Canada

Team Lead Developer

Royal Bank of Canada$90K — $120K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in back-end development using Core Java and JEE
  • Expertise in multi-threading and concurrency
  • Experience designing micro-service architecture
  • Familiarity with containerization and orchestration tools
  • Proficient in handling complex data structures across various database systems
  • Experience with real-time event handling via messaging platforms like Kafka or Solace
  • Understanding of GraphQL and REST APIs.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage a development pod while engaging in hands-on coding
  • Mentor team members to enhance their professional growth
  • Utilize AI tools to enhance development efficiency
  • Transform technical and functional specifications into working solutions
  • Innovate risk-averse and maintainable solutions within budget constraints
  • Assist stakeholders by addressing financial and usability inquiries
  • Interpret business requirements and propose suitable alternatives.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits
  • Supportive leadership focused on your development and growth
  • Opportunities to significantly impact projects
  • Collaborative work environment with a high-performing team
  • Access to a world-class training program in financial services
  • Flexible work/life balance options
  • Engaged in challenging work that promotes professional growth.
Full Job Description
Job Description

What is the opportunity?

We are looking for a talented individual to work as a Team Lead Back-End Developerwithin the Funding, Treasury and Liquidity (FTL) application development team. The specific role will be responsible for delivering functional enhancements and platform maintenance both as a developer and as a lead for a development pod consisting of 2 other developers and a Business Analyst in Montreal. This pod is part of a wider development team in various global locations which is responsible for the ATOM application. ATOM is the global front office analytics, risk and trade order management platform used globally by the Central Funding business. This opportunity will provide an opportunity to interact with senior leadership and with the technology teams across the organization.

What will you do?
  • Lead a development pod while being hands-on with development
  • Mentor and support the professional development of pod team members
  • Leverage AI tools to improve development efficiency and code quality
  • Responsible for developing solutions from technical and functional specifications
  • Envisage innovative solutions that are risk averse, maintainable and can be implemented within the allocated budgets.
  • Provide stakeholder support by fielding financial and usability questions.
  • Properly understand the business requirements being presented in such a way as to be able to suggest alternatives that may fit better in the overall program
  • Be an excellent team player with an Agile mindset that positively participates in team ceremonies
  • Share domain expertise among team members
  • Grow into a well-rounded professional capable of developing cross-asset solutions


What do you need to succeed?

Must-have:
  • Core Java, JEE application development & design patterns
  • Multi-threading and concurrency expertise
  • Design of micro-service architecture
  • Containerization and orchestration
  • Handling complex data structures in various databases such as RDBMS, time-series, data lakes etc.
  • In-memory data-grids
  • Real-time event handling on message buses such as Solace or Kafka
  • Familiarity with GraphQL and REST APIs
  • An excellent disposition and ability to learn new things and do things differently
  • Be willing to continuously learn and adapt to ever changing business situations
  • In this role, you will communicate and interact frequently with RBC partners and/or employees located across Canada and/or worldwide.


Nice-to-have:
  • Working knowledge of big data stack such as Scala & Hadoop.
  • Front end development using React & Redux
  • Knowledge of Capital Markets and Securities Lending


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
  • A world-class training program in financial services
  • Flexible work/life balance options
  • Opportunities to do challenging work


Job Skills
Active Learning, Agile Methodology, Application Integrations, Detail-Oriented, Emerging Technologies, Enterprise Application Delivery, Group Problem Solving, Programming Languages, Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)

Additional Job Details

Address:

1 PLACE VILLE MARIE:MONTRÉAL

City:

Montréal

Country:

Canada

Work hours/week:

37.5

Employment Type:

Full time

Platform:

CAPITAL MARKETS

Job Type:

Regular

Pay Type:

Salaried

Posted Date:

2026-05-28

Application Deadline:

2026-06-12
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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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.

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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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