Associate Director - Lead KDB+ Developer

RBC • Toronto, ON

13d • Onsite

About The Position

This is an Associate Director - Lead developer role on the Market Data Intelligence (MDI) platform, supporting global cross-asset market data analytics at RBC Capital Markets. The role involves designing, developing, testing, and maintaining mission-critical software while collaborating with teams and coaching colleagues. You will participate in the technical design, development, and implementation of the Market Data Intelligence (MDI) platform, which is used for global cross-asset market data analytics.

Requirements

• 7+ years Industry experience building mission critical software applications
• 2+ years of strong hands on experience with KDB+/q
• Experience performing analytics on very large data sets, typically time series market and transaction data
• Good understanding of Capital Market products including Reference and Transaction data
• Experience with any market data products specifically NYSE TAQ, TRTH, Bloomberg, Exegy etc.
• Good working knowledge of Linux environments, and scripting languages such as Bash, Python
• Experience with Agile methodology and tools such as Git, Jenkins, Nexus, Jira, and Docker
• Good communication skills and be able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Understanding of different trading products like equities, etc.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with database applications and working knowledge of SQL
• Experience with any AI coding tools like Copilot, Claude, windsurf etc.
• Working knowledge of C++/Java is a plus
• Understanding of global markets and algorithmic trading stack
• Knowledge of Pre and Post trade analytics, machine learning and pattern recognition is advantageous
• Understanding of build and deployment management

Responsibilities

• Work with business Stakeholders to build new and maintain existing real-time and historical data services and statistical functions on top of the data.
• Develop an in-depth understanding of existing analytical libraries and help to broaden current offering.
• Add new features and enhance existing functionality to KDB+/q framework for server and client side applications used by capital markets.
• Collaborate with team members to determine best practices and client requirements for software.
• Develop intuitive software that meets and exceeds the needs of the company.
• Professionally maintain all software and create updates regularly to address customer and company concerns.
• Analyze and test programs and products before formal launch.
• Troubleshoot coding problems quickly and efficiently to ensure a productive workplace.
• Actively seek ways to improve business software processes and interactions.
• Aid and support the coaching and training of other team members to ensure all employees are confident in the use of software applications.

Benefits

• A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses, flexible benefits and competitive compensation
• Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities
• Opportunities to work with the best in the field
• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed