Lead Software Developer, Global Functions Technology

Job Description

What is the opportunity?

Global Functions Technology (GFT) is part of RBC’s Technology and Operations division. GFT’s impact is far-reaching as we collaborate with partners from across the company to deliver innovative and transformative IT solutions. Our clients represent Risk, Finance, HR, CAO, Audit, Legal, Compliance, Financial Crime, Capital Markets, Personal and Commercial Banking and Wealth Management. We also lead the development of digital tools and platforms to enhance collaboration.

Lead Software Developer is responsible for developing software application with large-scale data processing and analysis going on in the background and a microservices architecture. You will work with all stakeholders to design best in class technology solutions. We value positive attitude, willingness to learn, open communication, teamwork, and commitment to clean, secure and well-tested code.

As a Lead Software Developer, you will be a part of the EDA team, developing applications for large-scale data processing and analysis performing data modeling and building the data infrastructure that powers effective decision-making. You will be working in a cross functional team that supports various businesses, and you will have an opportunity to work with different kinds of datasets and work on software applications. You will collaborate with other developers and business partners to deliver medium – high complexity initiatives aligned with EDA and GFT strategic objectives.

In this role you will own our data pipeline and analytics infrastructure — designing and orchestrating robust ETL workflows in Apache Airflow, managing PostgreSQL data stores, and running production Python jobs on Linux. You'll also build and maintain FastAPI services to expose data/ML capabilities, working closely with data science teams to productionize models and ensure reliable, scalable data delivery

What will you do?

• Develop high-quality software design and architecture Identify, prioritize and execute tasks in the software development life cycle

• Develop tools and applications by producing clean, efficient code

• Automate tasks through appropriate tools and scripting

• Review and debug code

• Perform validation and verification testing

• Collaborate with internal teams and vendors to fix and improve products

• Document development phases and monitor systems

• Ensure software is up to date with latest technologies

What do you need to succeed?

Must Have

• Proven experience as a Senior Software Engineer

• Extensive experience in software development, scripting and project management

• Experience using system monitoring tools (e.g. New Relic) and automated testing frameworks

• Knowledge of selected programming languages (e.g. Python)

• In-depth knowledge of relational databases (e.g. PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL databases (e.g. MongoDB)

• Analytical mind with problem-solving aptitude

• Ability to work independently

• BSc/BA in Computer Science or a related degree

Nice to Have

• Experience with Machine learning Algorithms.

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

• Opportunities to take on progressively greater accountabilities

• Opportunities to building close relationships with clients

• Access to a variety of job opportunities across business and geographies.

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