Senior Android Developer

RBC; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Total rewards program

Flexible benefits

Stock where applicable

Job summary

RBC is seeking an experienced Android Developer to join the Mobile Banking App team in Toronto. You will develop native Android applications, write robust code, and participate in a fast-paced agile environment while leveraging modern patterns and libraries.

The role requires 2+ years of Android development and 3+ years of Java, with opportunities for mentorship and impact on user experience in a leading Canadian bank's digital products.

Qualifications

• 2+ years developing native Android applications
• 3+ years of Java experience
• Strong understanding of OO programming and Android architecture
• Experience with RESTful services and Android libraries
• Automated testing with JUnit, Robolectric, Espresso
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies
• Software Engineering or Computer Science degree from an accredited university/college

Responsibilities

• Develop solutions to high complexity problems with frameworks and design patterns
• Leverage AI to accelerate code development
• Gather and assess requirements and recommend approaches
• Write and test code, consider non-functional requirements
• Work within an agile team and follow scrum best practices
• Review existing code for feasibility and maintainability
• Mentor junior developers in Android best practices

Skills

Android development

Java

OOP

RESTful services

Automated testing

Agile methodologies

Communication skills

Education

Software Engineering / Computer Science degree

Tools

JUnit

Espresso

Robolectric

Android Studio

Job description

WHAT IS THE OPPORTUNITY?

RBC’s Mobile Banking App is awarded the ‘

Job Description

RBC’s Mobile Banking App is awarded the ‘Highest in Customer Satisfaction’ among the Big Five Banks and is the pioneer in a number of mobile app developments earning accolades along the way – and we’re just getting started! RBC’s innovative and award winning Digital family is rapidly growing. If you are hungry for a High-Performance culture in a fast-paced environment and believe in your ability to deliver, this is your opportunity to be part of the Royal Bank’s Digital family. Join the team that developed and launched innovative features like NOMI Budgets (https://www.rbcroyalbank.com/mobile/feature/nomi/budgets), Split With Friends (https://www.rbcroyalbank.com/ways-to-bank/mobile/rbc-mobile-app/split-with-friends/index.html) and OCR Bill Pay, a patent pending invention (http://www.rbc.com/newsroom/news/2019/20190412-bill-scan.html)

WHAT WILL YOU DO?

• Develop solutions to high complexity problems with frameworks and design patterns
• Leverage AI to accelerate code development
• Gather and assess requirements and recommend approaches
• Write and test code, consider non-functional requirements
• Work within an agile team and follow scrum best practices
• Review existing code to assess ongoing feasibility and maintainability
• Conduct impact analysis for proposed changes to or problems with the system
• Provide advice and guidance to product owner that will inform product decisions
• Stay current and competitive by keeping up-to-date with the latest Android platform capabilities and make relevant recommendations
• Articulate technical solutions to a broad audience ranging from non-technical to technical architects through presentations and dcouments
• Uphold the development team’s coding standards by conducting peer code reviews
• Mentoring junior developers in the area of software engineering and Android best practices

WHAT DO YOU NEED TO SUCCEED?

MUST HAVE:

• 2+ years developing native Android applications, 3+ years of Java experience.
• Thorough understanding of Object Oriented Programming concepts, Android application architecture and software design patterns
• Experience with Android libraries and best practices when it comes to communicating with RESTful services
• Automated testing via Junit and platform specific frameworks like Robolectric and Espresso
• Strong communication skills, ability to collaborate with stake-holders at different levels of abstraction (requirements, architecture and code)
• Understanding of Agile Methodologies
• Software Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent degree from an accredited University/College.

NICE-TO-HAVE:

• Kotlin experience
• Knowledge of new and upcoming sdk components in the Android space
• Good understanding of design patterns such as MVVM, and how they can be applied to Android development
• Knowledge of security protocols such as OAuth and OpenID.
• Securing data using the Android Keystore
• Developing with accessibility in mind

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits, fair compensation, and stock where applicable
• Leaders who help 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

Android Application Design, Android Automation, Android Operating Systems, Android Software Development, Android User Interface

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: 2026-03-19
• Application Deadline: 2026-09-30
• Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above

Our Employment Opportunities

At RBC, we are guided by living shared values of Client First, Integrity, Collaboration, Respect and Excellence and winning together as One 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.