Staff Engineer

RBC; Toronto; On-site; CAD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Toronto is seeking a highly skilled Staff Engineer / Lead Software Engineer to join their DevOps team. This role involves designing and implementing secure software solutions and leading cross-functional teams in adopting innovative practices, particularly in software supply chain security and Generative AI. The ideal candidate will have 6-8 years of experience and a proven ability to drive technical excellence in software development. A competitive total rewards program and a dynamic work environment await.

Benefits

Comprehensive Total Rewards Program

Leaders support development

Dynamic and collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 to 8 years of experience in software development.
• Experience in developing and supporting highly scalable and high-performance applications.
• Proven track record of working across cross-functional engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement scalable and secure software solutions.
• Develop and maintain data pipelines to support business intelligence.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on architectural decisions.

Skills

Active Learning

Agile Methodology

Detail-Oriented

Problem Solving

Programming Languages

Software Development

Tools

OpenShift

AWS

Azure

GCP

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Staff Engineer / Lead Software Engineer to join our DevOps team, specifically in the data insights and regulatory team, and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our software delivery platform. As a technical leader, you will have the opportunity to drive innovation and improvement in software development, data engineering, and DevSecOps practices, with a focus on software supply chain security. Additionally, you will have the chance to explore the potential of Generative AI (GenAI) in building the next generation of our software delivery platform, leveraging its capabilities to enhance security, efficiency, and reliability in our software deployment processes

This is a critical role that will enable you to make a significant impact on our organization's ability to safely deliver high-quality software and drive business success. If you are a motivated and experienced technical leader looking to make a difference, we encourage you to learn more about this exciting opportunity. By joining our team, you will be part of a collaborative and dynamic environment where you can apply your technical expertise to make a real impact.

WHAT IS THE OPPORTUNITY?

WHAT WILL YOU DO?

• Design, develop, and implement scalable and secure software solutions.
• Develop and maintain data pipelines, architectures, and reporting systems to support business intelligence.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on architectural decisions and technical strategies aligned with long-term platform goals.
• Work with stakeholders to implement new products and technologies, ensuring seamless integration with existing systems.
• Provide technical leadership and expertise in software development and data engineering practices.
• Ensure adherence to industry best practices and regulatory requirements, particularly in software supply chain security.
• Integrate and exploit the latest capabilities of generative AI in a developer platform.
• Stay up to date with emerging technologies and trends, applying this knowledge to drive innovation and improvement.

WHAT DO YOU NEED TO SUCCEED?

Must have

• Minimum of 6 to 8 years of experience in software development.
• Experience in developing and supporting highly scalable and high-performance applications.
• Proven track record of working across cross-functional engineering teams.
• Knowledge of DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines.
• Experience with cloud platforms (OpenShift, AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Ability to think strategically and execute methodically.

Nice-to-have

• Proficiency in modern programming languages such as Java (Spring Boot), Python, Javascript, etc.
• Working knowledge of data platforms like Snowflake, Databricks, etc.
• Experience in a matrix environment, such as a large, publicly-traded corporation.
• Ability to facilitate between and influence key decision makers.
• Strategic thinker with excellent interpersonal skills to work across functions.

What’s in it 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
• Opportunities to do challenging work.

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Job Skills

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

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: 2025-10-28

Application Deadline: 2026-01-05

Note

Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above.

Inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment

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