Lead Engineer, Metadata Management - GFT - Halifax

RBC; Halifax; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

RBC is seeking a talented lead software engineer to join the Global Functions Technology team. The role focuses on designing and implementing scalable data pipelines and leading a team to deliver high-performing applications in a collaborative environment. Candidates should have extensive experience in data management technologies and strong programming skills in languages such as Python and Java. This opportunity offers competitive compensation and the chance to make a meaningful impact within a leading banking organization.

Benefits

Comprehensive Total Rewards Program

Competitive compensation

Leaders who support your development

A world-class training program in financial services

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in software development in related technologies with increasing responsibilities and complexity.
• 1+ year in team lead or similar capacity.
• Expert in programming languages and frameworks such as Hadoop, Apache Spark, Python, Java, Hive.
• Hands-on experience with Kubernetes, OpenShift, Docker.
• Demonstrated strong team leadership and ability in written and oral communication.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement scalable data pipelines to support ingestion, transformation, and delivery of clean, analysis-ready data.
• Coordinate, develop, lead, communicate and execute activities collaborating on Metadata management.
• Reviewing and recommending policies and procedures for collecting and managing organization data.
• Contribute to the integration and configuration of enterprise data tools supporting the CDO.
• Drive continuous improvement by leveraging industry best practices.

Skills

Big Data Management

Cloud Computing

Database Development

Data Mining

Data Warehousing (DW)

ETL Processing

Group Problem Solving

Quality Management

Requirements Analysis

Job description

Job Summary

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!

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.

Guided by the principles of “Know Your Data, Govern Your Data, and Use Your Data,” our team is focused on the design, development and deployment of capabilities that enable governance and trust in enterprise data. Additionally, we onboard and integrate data tooling solutions to support the Chief Data Office (CDO). You will work with all stakeholders to design best in class technology solutions.

WHAT WILL YOU DO?

• Design and implement scalable data pipelines to support ingestion, transformation, and delivery of clean, analysis-ready data to the centralized platform.
• Coordinate, develop, lead, communicate and execute activities collaborating with peers across the GFT & CDO / SDMO data intelligence solution offering on Metadata management to deliver end-to-end capability ensuring objectives are accomplished according to requirements, plan, and schedule.
• Reviewing and recommending policies and procedures for collecting and managing organization data.
• Contribute to the integration and configuration of enterprise data tools supporting the CDO (e.g., data catalogs, lineage tools, quality monitoring).
• Drive continuous improvement by leveraging industry best practices in data management, agile delivery, and change management.

WHAT DO YOU NEED TO SUCCEED?

Must have:

• 6+ years of experience in software development in related technologies with increasing responsibilities and complexity. 1+ year in team lead or similar capacity with full end-to-end ownership in delivering a project.
• Expert in programming languages and frameworks such as Hadoop, Apache Spark, Python, Java, Hive.
• Hands-on experience with Kubernetes, OpenShift (OCP), Docker, and containerized application deployment. Exposure to DevOps practices and tools for CI/CD pipelines.
• 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.
• Positive attitude, open communication, teamwork, and commitment to deliver successful results.

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

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

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Job Skills

Big Data Management, Cloud Computing, Database Development, Data Mining, Data Warehousing (DW), ETL Processing, Group Problem Solving, Quality Management, Requirements Analysis

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:

2025-07-18

Application Deadline:

2025-08-18

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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