Software Development Engineer in Test(SDET)

RBC; Toronto; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

RBC is seeking a Development lead with QE responsibilities to support risk IT applications across Windows/Linux, leveraging Python/Java, Hive and MS SQL. You will guide design, development, testing, and automation while coordinating with Dev and QE managers.

You will mentor teams, drive releases, and optimize testing processes using JIRA, Confluence, and qTest. Strong communication and stakeholder engagement are essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in QE/Dev or similar technical role with 2+ years in lead capacity.
• Proficient in Java/J2EE microservices and RESTful web services.
• Hands-on Hadoop/CDP with Spark/Hive for real-time and batch processing.
• Strong DB dev, ETL, and tuning using Hive/MySQL/SQL Server/Sybase/Oracle.
• Solid QE processes, SDLC knowledge and defect management.
• Interest in applying AI to testing and development workflows.

Responsibilities

• Lead timely release delivery and drive QE improvements in projects.
• Design and architect credit risk reporting solutions and data models.
• Develop micro-services and data processing jobs; review code and tests.
• Build and maintain automated test suites and tools.
• Create test plans, cases, and scripts from user stories and docs.
• Collaborate via JIRA, Confluence, qTest for test reporting and defects.
• Engage stakeholders with clear communication and relationship management.

Skills

Java/J2EE

Microservices

RESTful services

Spark

Hive

SQL

QE Processes

AI in Testing

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering or Finance & Technology

Tools

Hibernate

Spring

Hive

MySQL

SQL Server

Sybase

Oracle

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?

We thrive on the challenge to be our best, progressive thinking to keep growing, and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual.

• 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

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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.

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