Lead Data Engineer GFT - Halifax

RBC; Halifax; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses and stock

Flexible benefits

Competitive compensation

Career development opportunities

Job summary

RBC seeks a Lead Engineer, Climate Solutions to drive large-scale data processing and analytical platforms. You will partner with data scientists, software engineers, and domain experts to design robust tech solutions that scale in on‑premise and cloud environments.

You’ll help ensure data quality, performance, and secure, well-tested code across the data lifecycle while communicating clearly with stakeholders and leading a high-performing team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field.
• 8+ years in programming with 2+ years in team leadership and end-to-end project ownership.
• Expert in Hadoop, Apache Spark, Python, Scala, Hive; CI/CD experience welcome.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable data pipelines and infrastructure.
• Collaborate with data scientists and engineers to deliver robust solutions.
• Ensure data quality, integrity, and performance across data lifecycles.
• Lead deployment of analytics and ML models into production systems.

Skills

Analytics

Big Data Management

Cloud Computing

Data Analysis

Data Warehousing

ETL Processing

Git

Machine Learning

PySpark

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field

Tools

Hadoop

Apache Spark

Python

Scala

Hive

Job description

What is the Opportunity?

Are you a talented, creative, and results-driven professional who thrives on delivering high-performing applications. Come join us!

Job Description

Are you a talented, creative, and results-driven professional who thrives on delivering high-performing applications. Come join us!

Global Functions Technology (GFT) is part of RBC’s Technology and Operations division. GFT’s impact is far-reaching as we collaborate with partners from across the company to deliver innovative and transformative IT solutions. Our clients represent Risk, Finance, HR, CAO, Audit, Legal, Compliance, Financial Crime, Capital Markets, Personal and Commercial Banking and Wealth Management. We also lead the development of digital tools and platforms to enhance collaboration.

Our team is focused on the design, development and deployment of capabilities that enable the end-to-end delivery of the Enterprise ESG framework. Lead Engineer, Climate Solutions is responsible for leading development of applications for large-scale data processing and analysis. You will work with all stakeholders to design best in class technology solutions. We value positive attitude, willingness to learn, open communication, teamwork, and commitment to clean, secure and well-tested code.

What will you do?

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable data pipelines and infrastructure to support various analytical and operational needs.
• Contribute to data pipeline architecture so it follows a micro-service format and the components are deployable to on-premise and Cloud
• Collaborate closely with stakeholders including data scientists, software engineers, and domain experts to understand data requirements and deliver robust solutions.
• Ensure data quality, integrity, and reliability throughout the data lifecycle.
• Support the integration of analytics and machine learning models into production systems, focusing on data availability and performance.
• Optimize database performance and schema design for large-scale data sets.

What do you need to succeed?

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience combined in programming, small to large-scale applications; 2+ year in team lead or similar capacity with full end-to-end ownership in delivering a project.
• This is a lead role - Demonstrated strong team leadership and ability in written and oral communication skills, along with strong presentation skills. Ability to determine the information and communication needs of the stakeholders and project.
• Expert in multiple programming languages / frameworks such as Hadoop, Apache Spark, Python, Scala, Hive. Exposure to DevOps practices and tools for CI/CD pipelines.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to work in a collaborative team environment. Experience with database engines, programming experience in writing queries and performance tuning.
• Ability to translate business requirements into technology implementation. Must be self-motivated and be able to work with minimum supervision.

Nice to Have:

• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and their data services.
• Knowledge of data governance and security practices.
• Frontend and backend engineering, test driven development, microservices and architecture design principles.
• Prior experience in the Financial Industry, especially supporting top-of-the-house risk analytic functions (such as Market Risk, Credit Risk or Liquidity Risk), in the design and development of the regulatory frameworks. AI experience also preferred.

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

Job Skills

Analytics, Analytics, Big Data Management, Business Requirements, Cloud Computing, Communication, Data Analysis, Database Development, Data Governance, Data Lifecycle, Data Mining, Data Pipelines, Data Processing, Data Quality, Data Requirements, Data Warehousing (DW), Design, ETL Processing, Git, Group Problem Solving, Machine Learning (ML), On-Premises Software, Problem Solving, PySpark, Quality Management {+ 1 more}

Additional Job Details

Address

120 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

2026-08-24

Application Deadline

2026-09-30

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