Senior Software Developer -Java

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

Job summary

A leading financial services institution in Toronto seeks a Senior Software Engineer to leverage Java and database technologies. You will drive complex solutions in a dynamic, collaborative team. Ideal candidates have over 8 years of experience in software development and a strong background in API/web services and microservices. The role offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive rewards program.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Bonuses and flexible benefits

Opportunities for professional growth

Dynamic work environment

Work/life balance options

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience with Java/Spring Boot/GraphQL/Microservices.
• Experience developing API/Web Services, REST, and messaging-based applications.
• Hands-on experience with database query performance tuning.
• Experience with enterprise applications and systems like RDBMS and MemSQL.

Responsibilities

• Code/design for small to large projects, resolving technical issues.
• Contribute to solution development by identifying risks and strategies.
• Work with teams on database modification based on functionality.
• Participate in reviews of technical designs and test plans.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

Kafka

Microservices

SQL tuning

Agile Methodology

RESTful APIs

Kubernetes

Containerization

Job description

Job Description

Working within Wealth Management Global IT Data Services Canada – you will be our Senior Software Engineer, leveraging Java and database technologies such as Spring Boot, Spring Batch, Kafka, In‑memory distributed databases (MemSQL), IBM integration stack: ACE (App Connect Enterprise), MQ, and various API / Web Services development. You will join a highly technical team with a strong record of delivering innovative solutions within the organization. This is a hands‑on technical role, very independent with an opportunity for growth.

What is the opportunity?

You will be part of a dynamic, technically skilled team driven to solve complex problems and create value for clients in the financial services domain.

What will you do?

• Code/design for small to large projects/programs, identifying, tracking and resolving technical issues
• Contribute to successful solution development and delivery by identifying risks and recommending mitigation strategies
• Work with other teams to create new or modify existing database or infrastructure objects based on required functionality
• Participate in walkthrough reviews of all technical design, specifications, programs, and unit test plans
• Assist the DevOps/support teams with troubleshooting high‑priority implementation issues, production investigations, etc.

What do you need to succeed? Must‑have

• 8+ years of professional experience with Java/Spring Boot/GraphQL/Microservices
• Experience developing API / Web Services, REST, messaging‑based applications like Kafka, MQ, Kubernetes
• Database query performance tuning experience
• Experience with enterprise applications and systems such as traditional RDBMS, in‑memory distributed databases (MemSQL), Cassandra
• Hands‑on experience developing complex stored procedures and SQL tuning
• Experience with containerization and DevOps/automation methods/tools (OpenShift, Docker)
• Experience with mainstream programming languages (Java) as well as scripting languages
• Experience with multiple platforms (Unix/Linux, Windows) in both Agile and Waterfall environments

What’s in it for you?

• A comprehensive total rewards program including bonuses, 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 have a 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

Active Learning, Agile Methodology, Application Integrations, Database Technologies, Design, Detail‑Oriented, Distributed Databases, Enterprise Application Delivery, Group Problem Solving, Java, Kubernetes, Microservices Architecture, Programming Languages, RESTful APIs, Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), Spring Boot

Additional Job Details

• Address: RBC CENTRE, 155 WELLINGTON ST 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: 2025-11-30
• Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above

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