Senior Data Engineer - Halifax

JobCubby; Halifax; Hybrid; CAD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Total Rewards Program

Flexible work options

World-class training

Job summary

RBC in Halifax seeks a Senior Data Engineer to design and implement data architecture and engineering solutions across the Risk IT Data Services team. You will drive data strategy, lead architecture decisions, and collaborate with stakeholders to deliver scalable data systems.

You will optimize Spark jobs and Java applications, develop microservices, and contribute to data modeling and standards. Strong communication and leadership are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Experience in building and optimizing Big Data applications using Java/Scala and Spark on Cloudera/HDP.
• Experience in building data pipelines end-to-end.
• Experience in developing/designing micro-service architecture.
• Experience in developing applications in Spring & Spring Boot.
• Knowledge of CI/CD tools like Jenkins, Git and JIRA.
• Ability to seek improvements to all aspects of the development process.

Responsibilities

• Provide consulting services on new initiatives of varying complexity.
• Explore new technologies and how they fit our applications.
• Develop, code, document, and test units, systems, integrations, and acceptance tests for high complexity.
• Ensure technical documentation and training.
• Optimize Spark jobs and Java applications.
• Architect, design, and implement stakeholder-focused solutions.
• Participate in requirements gathering, data modeling, and design sessions.
• Prepare detailed plans and estimates for build, testing, and implementation phases.
• Write, test, and maintain programs per engineers' specs.

Skills

Big Data: Java/Scala & Spark

Data pipelines

Microservice architecture

Spring Framework

CI/CD: Jenkins, Git, JIRA

Process improvement

Tools

Cloudera/HDP

Jenkins

Git

JIRA

Job description

What is the opportunity?

As Senior Data Engineer, in our Halifax team, in the Risk IT Data Services team, you will design, implement and support Data architecture best practices and processes within Risk IT Data Services across the global organization in line with corporate vision. We are looking for a strategic thinker, and passionate data management enthusiast to drive and support the leadership team in executing data strategy.

As a member of a dynamic, fast-paced team, this role brings strong data architecture and data engineering skills and leadership, effective written and verbal communication skills, a strong work ethic, and a demonstrated capability to multi-task effectively. This role requires strong interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills as well as a demonstrated sense of urgency to respond to changing priorities at times. This is complemented by a positive attitude and a willingness to take accountability for the results achieved.

What will you do?

• Provide consulting services on new initiatives (small to large of varying complexity).
• Explore new emerging technologies and how they best suit our applications
• Develop, code, document, and execute unit tests, system, integration, and acceptance tests using different languages and testing tools for functions of high complexity.
• Ensure adequate technical documentation and training.
• Optimize spark jobs and java applications.
• Architect, design, and implement solutions that meet the stakeholder’s needs
• Participate actively in requirements gathering, data modeling, and design sessions
• Prepare high-level and detailed technical specifications for the projects in accordance with PLC, security, and architecture documentation objectives
• Develop detailed plans and accurate estimates for the completion of build, system testing, and implementation phases of a project
• Develop, code, document, and execute unit tests, systems, integration and acceptance tests, and testing tools for functions of high complexity
• Write, test, and maintain detailed programs according to specifications given by computer software engineers and systems analysts

What do you need to succeed?

Must Have

• Experience in developing and optimizing Big Data applications using Java/Scala and Spark on Cloudera/HDP.
• Experience in building data pipelines
• Experience in developing/designing micro-service architecture.
• Experience in developing applications in Spring & Spring Boot
• Working knowledge of Jenkins CI, Git, JIRA
• Ability to seek improvements to all aspects of the development process

Nice to have

• Knowledge of Credit Risk Markets.

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
• 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

• 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: 175 WESTERN PKY:BEDFORDCity:

BedfordCountry:

Work hours/week: 37.5Employment Type:

Full timePlatform:

TECHNOLOGY AND OPERATIONSJob Type:

RegularPay Type:

SalariedPosted Date:

2025-12-22Application Deadline:

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

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