Associate Director, Senior eTrading Developer
RBC is hiring an Associate Director, Senior eTrading Developer. It pays $135k-$225k a year and Level rates it ; you can apply on RBC.
Level's read on this job
- On Level's scale, this role is Little AI ●○○○: aI is not part of the work.
- The posting mentions Java, J2ee and server side development among its tools and skills.
- Level classes it as a senior role.
- RBC has 847 other open roles on Level.
AI in this role
Develop low-latency enterprise-grade backend trading systems and scale data platforms supporting analytics and workflows for credit eTrading.
Job Description
What is the opportunity?
- RBC Capital Markets is seeking an experienced Java Developer with strong server-side expertise and low latency systems knowledge to join our Credit eTrading technology team.
- In this role, you will be instrumental in developing and maintaining enterprise-grade backend systems and server-side applications for Global Spread Products.
- You will work with a talented team of engineers to design, develop, and support mission-critical trading systems that power our business.
- Full stack capabilities are beneficial, but server-side development expertise is the primary mandate for this position.
What will you do?
- You will be part of the Global Spread Products team within Credit eTrading, a fast-paced environment where your contributions directly impact trading operations and business outcomes
- Build and improve the scalable data platform that powers analytics and AI tools across our trading and banking divisions, managing data pipelines, analytics products, system performance, and cost efficiency
- Create standardized processes and operational approaches for eTrading workflows, including model packaging, deployment standards, and reproducible training methods
- You will develop performance-critical trading systems where low latency optimization is essential to our competitive advantage
- Partner with business teams to understand their needs, manage expectations, and ensure new products are adopted and scaled across the organization
- Collaborate with leadership to identify technical bottlenecks, recommend platform improvements, and prioritize work to maximize long-term efficiency
What do you need to succeed?
Must-have
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, Mathematics, or related field, or equivalent hands-on experience
- Minimum of 10 years of strong, hands-on experience developing Java and J2EE/JEE technologies with emphasis on server-side development.
- Proven track record of translating complex business problems into robust, well-tested data products used by demanding stakeholders
- Multithreading experience is mandatory, as our systems rely on concurrent processing
- Experience with low latency performance optimization and understanding techniques to minimize latency in high-frequency trading systems
- Ability to work effectively with both business teams and technical partners, handle competing priorities professionally, and keep projects aligned with business goals
Nice-to-have
- Familiarity with capital markets operations, client engagement models, or investment banking workflows
- Familiarity with enterprise messaging systems such as Solace is highly valued
- Experience with entity resolution, graph-based data structures, or event-driven data products
What’s in it for you?
- A comprehensive total rewards program including competitive compensation, performance bonuses, flexible benefits, and stock options where applicable
- Supportive leaders who invest in your growth through coaching, mentoring, and opportunities to expand your skills and take on greater responsibilities
- The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on how a global financial institution serves its clients and operates at scale
- A dynamic, collaborative team of talented engineers and analysts working on challenging problems with modern tools and practices
- Flexible work arrangements that support a healthy balance between your professional and personal life
- Access to world-class training and development programs in financial services and technology
- Opportunities to work on progressively more complex and influential projects as you grow in the role
The Expected Salary Range For The Above Position Is $135,000 - $225,000 Depending On Factors Including But Not Limited To The Candidate's Experience, Skills, Registration Status; Market Conditions; And Business Needs. This Salary Range Does Not Include Other Elements Of Total Compensation, Including A Discretionary Bonus And Benefits Such As A 401(K) Program With Company-Matching Contributions; Health, Dental, Vision, Life And Disability Insurance; And Paid Time-Off Plan.
RBC's Compensation Philosophy And Principles Recognize The Importance Of A Highly Qualified Global Workforce And Plays A Critical Role In Attracting, Engaging And Retaining Talent That:
· Drives RBC's High Performance Culture
· Enables Collective Achievement Of Our Strategic Goals
· Generates Sustainable Shareholder Returns And Above Market Shareholder Value
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Job Skills
Agile Methodology, Business Data Analysis, Business Process Modeling, Commercial Acumen, Communication, Critical Thinking, Decision Making, Group Problem Solving, Interpersonal Relationship Management, Requirements AnalysisAdditional Job Details
Address:
GOLDMAN SACHS TOWER, 30 HUDSON STREET:JERSEY CITYCity:
Jersey CityCountry:
United States of AmericaWork hours/week:
40Employment Type:
Full timePlatform:
CAPITAL MARKETSJob Type:
RegularPay Type:
SalariedPosted Date:
2026-02-25Application Deadline:
2026-11-30Note: 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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How we rate this
Associate Director, Senior eTrading Developer at RBC rates 35 out of 100 for how much of the daily work is AI. That makes it Little AI (AI Level 1 of 4). The level is about AI in the job, not seniority.
Little AI. AI is not part of the work.
- ●●●● Builds AI80 to 100
- ●●●○ Works on AI60 to 79
- ●●○○ Uses AI40 to 59
- ●○○○ Little AI0 to 39
Levels come from how often the tools, models and workflows of the role are named in the posting itself. Read the description and count the AI tools, models and workflows it names.
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- Tell me about a project where server side development was part of your work. What did you do?
- Tell me about a project where low latency was part of your work. What did you do?
- Tell me about a project where multithreading was part of your work. What did you do?
- Tell me about a project where high frequency trading was part of your work. What did you do?
- Tell me about a project where backend was part of your work. What did you do?
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- List these exact terms on your resume: Server Side Development, Low Latency, Multithreading, High Frequency Trading, and Backend. An applicant tracking system matches the wording, not the idea.
- Attach one line of real, concrete experience to at least one of them. A tool named with nothing behind it rarely survives a human read.
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