Job Description What Is the Opportunity? We’re seeking a highly technical Staff Software Developer (with whom DevOps automation is second nature). You’ll be working with a skilled team of developers to design, build, deploy and support highly scalable applications on hybrid cloud infrastructure. The team is responsible for executing the ‘Security-As-A-Service’ strategy – Delivering API’s, end-to-end automations, and AI capabilities to critical RBC platforms and processes. Applications across RBC consume these services to automate and embed security within their applications. What Will You Do? Design, build, test, and support highly available and critical Security Infrastructure API’s Containerize and deploy applications to Kubernetes platforms such as OpenShift, AWS, Azure Utilize CI/CD to automate the release of multiple code iterations daily Collaboratively build software with best practices such as test-driven development, pair programming and code reviews Apply architectural principles such as Domain Driven Design, CQRS and Event Sourcing to build clean, resilient and maintainable software Implement SRE best practices to ensure high availability, scalability and uptime for deployed services Drive better developer experience, security hygiene and operational efficiency across the organization through automation Design and integrate AI capabilities and agentic systems into security APIs, automation, and DevOps tooling Evaluate and implement emerging AI technologies, including Model Context Protocol (MCP) standards, to improve platform capabilities Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior engineers, fostering a culture of learning and best practices in software engineering Oversee the planning, design and implementation of complex initiatives, ensuring alignment with business objectives Collaborate with stakeholders to define and prioritize projects, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality outcomes What Do You Need To Succeed? Must have: 7+ years of software development, including a working knowledge of Java and Spring Boot framework 7+ years relevant technical experience in DevOps, IaaS, SRE or Cloud Experience with building and consuming REST APIs and associated security protocols (such as OAuth) Experience building containerized applications using Microservice architecture Strong project management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously. Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams. Experience leading or mentoring developers Nice-to-have: Experience with Azure and OpenShift Experience with GitHub Actions Solid understanding of Cyber Security practices Experience designing or implementing agentic AI solutions in production environments Familiarity with LLMs, prompt engineering, Model Context Protocol (MCP), or AI-driven tools 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 Opportunities to do challenging work Opportunities to take on progressively greater accountabilities #LI-POST #TECHPJ Job Skills Active Learning, Agile Methodology, Application Integrations, Detail-Oriented, Emerging Technologies, Enterprise Application Delivery, Group Problem Solving, Programming Languages, Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) Additional Job Details Address: 16 YORK ST: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: 2026-04-22 Application Deadline: 2026-05-05 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. Join our Talent Community Stay in-the-know about great career opportunities at RBC. Sign up and get customized info on our latest jobs, career tips and Recruitment events that matter to you. Expand your limits and create a new future together at RBC. Find out how we use our passion and drive to enhance the well-being of our clients and communities at jobs.rbc.com. RBC is presently inviting candidates to apply for this existing vacancy. Applying to this posting allows you to express your interest in this current career opportunity at RBC. Qualified applicants may be contacted to review their resume in more detail. Royal Bank of Canada is a global financial institution with a purpose-driven, principles-led approach to delivering leading performance. Our success comes from the 84,000+ employees who bring our vision, values and strategy to life so we can help our clients thrive and communities prosper. As Canada’s biggest bank, and one of the largest in the world based on market capitalization, we have a diversified business model with a focus on innovation and providing exceptional experiences to more than 16 million clients in Canada, the U.S. and 34 other countries. Learn more at rbc.com.‎ We are proud to support a broad range of community initiatives through donations, community investments and employee volunteer activities. See how at rbc.com/community-social-impact.