Senior Back End Developer

RBC; Toronto; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work/life balance

Total Rewards Program

Coaching and development opportunities

Job summary

RBC in Toronto seeks an experienced Java Backend Developer to design, build, and deploy scalable integration solutions for the Commercial Banking Platforms using Java, Spring Boot, REST APIs and microservices in an Agile environment.

You will create containerized applications for deployment on OpenShift, focusing on performance, security, and reliability while collaborating with a talented team on high-impact projects.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of backend development experience.
• Strong Java and Spring Boot knowledge.
• REST APIs and microservices design experience.
• Databases experience (Oracle, PostgreSQL).
• Messaging with Kafka; containerized apps; cloud familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy robust integration solutions using Java and Spring Boot.
• Build and maintain RESTful APIs and microservices to support platforms.
• Collaborate in an Agile team across the SDLC.
• Create containerized apps for OpenShift deployment.
• Ensure backend performance, security, and reliability; troubleshoot issues.

Skills

Backend development

Java

Spring Boot

REST APIs

Microservices

Databases

Kafka

Containerization

Cloud platforms

Tools

OpenShift

Job description

What is the Opportunity?

We're looking for an experienced

Job Description

We're looking for an experienced Java Backend Developer to join our dynamic team. You'll play a crucial role in delivering innovative integration solutions for our Commercial Banking Platforms, utilizing cutting-edge technologies. This is an exciting chance to contribute to high-impact projects within an Agile environment, where you will get to shape the future of our application platforms and collaborate with talented individuals.

What will you do?

• Designing, developing, and deploying robust and scalable integration solutions using Java and Spring Boot.
• Building and maintaining RESTful APIs and microservices to support our business platforms.
• Working collaboratively within an Agile team, participating in all phases of the software development lifecycle.
• Creating containerized applications for deployment on OpenShift.
• Ensuring the performance, security, and reliability of our backend systems.
• Troubleshooting and resolving complex technical issues.

What do you need to Succeed?

Must-Have:

• 8+ years of experience in backend development.
• Strong working knowledge of Java and Spring Boot
• Extensive experience with REST APIs and designing Microservices Architecture
• Experience working with Databases as part of building APIs (Oracle, PostGreSQL etc)
• Experience working with Messaging Technology (E.g. Kafka)
• Proven ability to build containerized applications
• Exposure to Cloud Platforms (AWS/Azure/OpenShift/GCP)

Nice-to-Have:

• Experience with BPMN technologies (Camunda)
• Proficiency in Python
• Experience with front-end technologies like Angular or React
• Usage experience with AI Code Assistant (GitHub Co-Pilot or Similar)

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
• Flexible work/life balance options
• Opportunities to do challenging work
• Opportunities to take on progressively greater accountabilities

Job Skills

Active Learning, Agile Methodology, Application Integrations, Detail-Oriented, Enterprise Application Delivery, Group Problem Solving, Programming Languages, Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)

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:

2026-03-10

Application Deadline:

2026-07-24

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.