Principal Software Developer

ODAIA; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Toronto is seeking a Principal Engineer to lead backend engineering initiatives. The role involves guiding a team to deliver secure and scalable solutions while collaborating with cross-functional teams. Ideal candidates have extensive Java/Python experience and a strong foundation in cloud technologies. This full-time position offers a dynamic work environment and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Expert-level backend development experience with Java/Python.
• Proven experience building micro-services and cloud-native applications.
• Solid knowledge of container orchestration and CI/CD workflows.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of backend engineers and influence technical strategy.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet business goals.
• Ensure secure and compliant backend solutions.

Skills

Java

Python

Micro-services

Cloud-native applications

Docker

Kubernetes

CI/CD

SQL

NoSQL

Data modeling

Big Data Management

DevOps

Job description

Overview

As a Principal Engineer within RBC Borealis Lumina team, you will act as a senior technical leader, guiding a high-performing team of backend engineers and shaping the technical strategy for next-generation solutions across multiple innovation initiatives. You will provide hands-on architecture and engineering leadership, influence enterprise-level decision-making, and ensure delivery of secure, scalable, and compliant backend solutions integrated into RBC’s platforms.

What will you do?

Technical Leadership & Mentorship

• Lead and grow a team of backend engineers with deep Java expertise and strong delivery capabilities.
• Champion engineering excellence by fostering a culture of craftsmanship, ownership, and continuous improvement.
• Conduct regular performance coaching, technical reviews, and learning sessions.
• Balance near-term execution with long-term strategic capability building and talent development.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with product managers to define technical requirements that align with business priorities.
• Partner with delivery leads and scrum masters to plan sprints, manage backlogs, and deliver on roadmaps.
• Collaborate with security, compliance, privacy, and legal to ensure adherence to RBC policies and standards.
• Liaise with DevOps, Cloud, and SRE teams to optimize platform capabilities and developer experience.

What do you need to succeed?

Must have:

• Expert-level backend development experience with Java/Python (Spring Boot, Fast API, REST APIs, multithreading, messaging).
• Proven experience building micro-services and cloud-native applications on platforms like AWS, GCP, or Azure.
• Solid knowledge of container orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift).
• Advanced understanding of CI/CD, infrastructure-as-code, and GitOps workflows.
• Familiarity with modern identity and access management (e.g. OAuth2, JWT, mTLS, etc.).
• Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases, data modeling, and caching strategies.
• Strong experience navigating enterprise governance, compliance, and regulatory frameworks.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Job Skills

• Big Data Management
• Building Architecture
• Cloud Computing
• Database Development
• Data Mining
• DevOps
• Docker (Software)
• Emerging Technologies
• ETL Processing
• Generative AI
• Kubernetes
• Long Term Planning
• Platform Technologies
• Python (Programming Language)
• Quality Management
• Requirements Analysis
• Software Product Management
• Technology Infrastructure Management
• Value Propositions

Additional Job Details

Address: RBC WATERPARK PLACE, 88 QUEENS QUAY W, TORONTO

City: Toronto

Country: Canada

Work hours/week: 37.5

Employment Type: Full time

Platform: TECHNOLOGY AND OPERATIONS

Job Type: Regular

Pay Type: Salaried

Posted Date: 2025-09-15

Application Deadline:

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.