Senior Software Developer - Halifax

RBC; Halifax; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled developer to join their dynamic team. This role involves gathering requirements, designing solutions, and developing applications using cutting-edge technologies. You will work closely with stakeholders to ensure that technical solutions meet business needs while leveraging your expertise in Java, Big Data, and Agile methodologies. The company values collaboration and innovation, offering a supportive environment where you can thrive and make a significant impact. Join this forward-thinking organization and contribute to exciting projects that drive success for clients and communities alike.

Benefits

Comprehensive Total Rewards Program

Flexible work/life balance options

World-class training program

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in developing applications for business stakeholders.
• Proficient in Java/J2EE and building RESTful services.

Responsibilities

• Gather project requirements and provide consulting services.
• Design and architect solutions for credit risk reporting applications.

Skills

Java/J2EE Microservice Architecture

RESTful Web services

Hadoop/CDP Big Data

Spark/Hive

Database Application Development

ETL Work

Test-Driven Development (TDD)

Unix/Linux

Shell Scripting

Agile Methodology

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology

Computer Science or Engineering

Tools

Hibernate

Spring

Hive

MySQL

SQL Server

Sybase

Oracle

Selenium

Angular

jQuery

Job description

Job Summary

Job Description

WHAT IS THE OPPORTUNITY?

Provides information on the detailed technical design and development of applications using existing and emerging technology platforms. Applies experience and seasoned knowledge, skills, and practices to perform a variety of assignments.

WHAT WILL YOU DO?

• Requirement Gathering and Consulting: You'll gather project requirements and provide consulting services to stakeholders. Collaborate closely with business teams to ensure accurate translation of requirements into technical solutions.
• Technical Analysis, Design & Documentation: Design and architect solutions for credit risk reporting applications. Develop database structures, review specifications, and ensure alignment with project requirements.
• Coding and Testing: Develop micro-services and data processing jobs. Conduct thorough code reviews, contribute to unit test plans, and collaborate with QA teams to ensure quality standards.
• Planning, Implementation & Support: Collaborate with IT teams and vendors to design and implement interfaces. Support vendor releases, manage change activities, and troubleshoot technical issues during production implementations.
• Process Knowledge & Communication: Understand development methodologies, especially Agile. Translate business logic into technical designs and communicate effectively with project teams and stakeholders, resolving conflicts and escalating issues as needed.

WHAT DO YOU NEED TO SUCCEED?

Must have:

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, or Engineering, with a minimum of 5 years' experience in developing and implementing applications for business stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Java/J2EE Microservice Architecture and building RESTful Web services.
• Experience working in Hadoop/CDP Big Data environments, with strong hands-on experience in Spark/Hive for real-time and batch processing application development.
• Strong skills in database application development, ETL work, and advanced database performance tuning using technologies like Hibernate/Spring, with expertise in Hive/MySQL/SQL Server/Sybase/Oracle or similar databases.
• Proficient in Test-Driven Development (TDD) and unit testing (JUnit/testing), as well as Unix/Linux, shell scripting, and application configuration and deployment processes.

Nice-to-have:

• Exposure to Public Cloud platforms like AWS, Google Cloud Platform (gCP), or Azure, providing additional flexibility and scalability options for application deployment.
• Experience utilizing Selenium for testing purposes, enhancing the quality and reliability of software solutions.
• Proficiency in front-end development and design, including skills in frameworks such as Angular, jQuery, Vue.js, and HTML5.

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

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Job Skills

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

Additional Job Details

Address:

175 WESTERN PKY:BEDFORD

City:

BEDFORD

Country:

Canada

Work hours/week:

37.5

Employment Type:

Full time

Platform:

TECHNOLOGY AND OPERATIONS

Job Type:

Regular

Pay Type:

Salaried

Posted Date:

2025-05-09

Application Deadline:

2025-06-20

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

Inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment

At RBC, we believe an inclusive workplace that has diverse perspectives is core to our continued growth as one of the largest and most successful banks in the world. Maintaining a workplace where our employees feel supported to perform at their best, effectively collaborate, drive innovation, and grow professionally helps to bring our Purpose to life and create value for our clients and communities. RBC strives to deliver this through policies and programs intended to foster a workplace based on respect, belonging and opportunity for all.

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