Software Development Engineer in Test(SDET)

Socket.dev; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

RBC is seeking a Development professional with mixed QE responsibilities within Risk IT. You will support critical applications on Windows/Linux, Python/Java, Hive, and MS SQL, and lead releases and QE initiatives.

Responsibilities include designing credit risk reporting solutions, developing micro-services and data processing jobs, and contributing to automated testing. You will collaborate with QA and Dev Managers, using JIRA/Confluence/qTest to manage tests and reporting.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in QE/Dev or related role with 2+ years in lead.
• Proficiency in Java/J2EE microservices and RESTful services.
• Hands-on Spark/Hive in Hadoop/CDP environments for real-time and batch processing.
• Strong database development and performance tuning (Hive/MySQL/SQL Server/Oracle).

Responsibilities

• Lead timely releases and QE initiatives across development.
• Design and architect credit risk reporting solutions.
• Develop micro-services and data processing jobs; review code.
• Develop and maintain automated tests and test suites.
• Create test plans, cases and scripts from user stories.
• Use JIRA, Confluence, qTest for test management and reporting.
• Collaborate with stakeholders from initiation to close.

Skills

Java Microservices

Spark/Hive

DB Tuning

QA Processes

AI in testing

Communication

Unix/Linux

Robot Framework

PySpark

Education

CS/Engineering degree

Tools

JIRA

Confluence

qTest

Job description

Job Description

What is the opportunity?

The RBC Team is hiring for a Development role with mixed QE responsibilities within Risk IT Team. In this role, you provide support for a suite of business mission-critical and complex applications, understanding both front and back-end of the applications under the guidance of the Dev and QE Managers. The technology platform spans the breadth of Windows and Linux platforms, Python / Java, Hive, and MS SQL

WHAT WILL YOU DO?

• Lead Timely delivery of releases, improvements and transformation initiatives in development and QE activities
• Technical Analysis, Design & Documentation: Design and architect solutions for credit risk reporting applications. Develop database structures, review specifications, and ensure alignment with project requirements
• Coding and Testing: Develop micro-services and data processing jobs. Conduct thorough code reviews, contribute to unit test plans, and collaborate with QA teams to ensure quality standards
• Develop and maintain automated test suites and test automation tools
• Create test plans, test cases and test scripts based on complex requirement documents and business User Stories
• Work with JIRA, Confluence, qTest for test case management, defect management, test reporting and other functions
• Effectively collaborate with team members, stakeholders and business partners from initiation to close by using strong communication, rapport building and other stakeholder management techniques

WHAT DO YOU NEED TO SUCCEED?

Must-have

• 5+ years of total experience in a QE/Dev or equivalent technical role + 2 years of Lead experience
• Proficiency in Java/J2EE Microservice Architecture and building RESTful Web services.
• Experience working in Hadoop/CDP Big Data environments, with strong hands‑on experience in Spark/Hive for real-time and batch processing application development
• Strong skills in database application development, ETL work, and advanced database performance tuning using technologies like Hibernate/Spring, with expertise in Hive/MySQL/SQL Server/Sybase/Oracle or similar databases.
• Good knowledge of QE Processes, Testing Life Cycle, SDLC and Defect Management processes for application testing, development and support
• Ability to use AI to integrate within testing and development processes and improve efficiencies
• Excellent communication skills and effective negotiation skills.
• Computer Engineering, Computer Science, degree/diploma, Finance & Technology background or equivalent experience

Nice-to-have

• Proficient in Test-Driven Development (TDD) and unit testing (JUnit/testing), as well as Unix/Linux, shell scripting, and application configuration and deployment processes.
• Experience in a variety of test automation frameworks/tools e.g., (Robot Framework and others ) and script development using scripting languages (e.g.Python, Bash, shell scripting, etc.)
• PySpark and Spark SQL

WHAT'S IN 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

Application Testing, Decision Making, Detail-Oriented, Group Problem Solving, IT Quality Assurance, Long Term Planning, Predictive Analytics, Programming Languages, Software Product Testing, Test Automation

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: 2026-09-01

Application Deadline: 2026-09-29

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.