Senior Application Security Engineer - Build Secure Apps

Kardow; Toronto; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive rewards program

Career growth opportunities

Dynamic, collaborative team

Job summary

RBC in Toronto is seeking a senior security engineer to shape the future of application security. You will design, develop, and maintain secure, innovative tools that streamline processes, boost efficiency, and unlock new possibilities.

You’ll mentor and coach junior staff while collaborating with cross‑functional teams across the SDLC to produce clear diagrams and documentation. Join a dynamic team that emphasizes secure coding, security testing, and modern architectures within a comprehensive

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in software development, with a focus on Python, REST APIs, and Containers.
• Experience with AI frameworks (FastAPI, LangChain, LangGraph) and Python libraries (NumPy, Pandas, scikit‑learn).
• Experience with Source Code Management (Git) and GitHub Actions.
• Solid understanding of cloud platforms (OCP, Azure, AWS) and web services (SOAP, REST).
• Knowledge of SQL and NoSQL database design and optimization.
• Knowledge of OWASP, SANS or other security‑related frameworks.
• Exposure to application security best practices such as secure coding, security testing techniques and Secure Software Development Life Cycle.

Responsibilities

• Shape the future of security by designing, developing, and maintaining secure, innovative solutions that streamline processes.
• Lead the development of cutting‑edge tools that enhance decision‑making, automate tasks, and drive positive change.
• Mentor and coach junior technical staff, fostering a culture of continuous learning, secure development, and collaboration.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams throughout the software development life cycle, from requirements gathering and technical design to testing, deployment, and post‑implementation support.
• Prepare comprehensive technical documentation, including diagrams and walkthroughs, to support feedback, design, development, and debugging activities.

Skills

Python

REST APIs

Containers

AI frameworks

Git

GitHub Actions

Cloud platforms

SQL

NoSQL

OWASP

Secure SDLC

Communication

Cross-functional teamwork

Tools

Docker

Containerization platforms

MLOps tools

Job description

RBC in Toronto is seeking a senior security engineer to shape the future of application security. You will design, develop, and maintain secure, innovative tools that streamline processes, boost efficiency, and unlock new possibilities.

You’ll mentor and coach junior staff while collaborating with cross‑functional teams across the SDLC to produce clear diagrams and documentation. Join a dynamic team that emphasizes secure coding, security testing, and modern architectures within a comprehensive