Lead Full Stack Developer

Royal Bank of Canada • Toronto, ON

2d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Lead Full Stack Developer who is passionate about data, understands financial concepts, and can translate complex business requirements into high-quality software. This role supports critical applications, data pipelines, and integrations that power our Investments, Trust, Custody, and Trading operations. We are looking for someone who goes beyond writing code — someone who understands how data flows, why it matters, and how it impacts clients and regulators.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience with C#, .NET, ASP.NET, VB.NET
• Expertise in SQL, stored procedures, and database optimization
• Hands‑on experience with ETL tools (Informatica IICS, SSIS)
• Experience building and maintaining REST APIs
• Familiarity with Apigee or similar API gateways
• Experience with Snowflake and MS SQL Server
• Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and modern DevOps practices
• Experience with Stonebranch, Airflow, or similar orchestration tools
• Ability to maintain and modernize legacy codebases
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to communicate clearly with non‑technical stakeholders
• Curiosity about data and how it is used in financial operations
• Ownership mentality — accountable for systems end‑to‑end
• Ability to work in a regulated, process‑driven environment

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of Python helpful.
• Assist with reporting and analytics using SAP BusinessObjects or Tableau
• Understanding of investment products, trust accounting, custody operations, and trade lifecycle
• Experience supporting or integrating with commercial Wealth Management platforms
• Ability to interpret financial data and identify anomalies
• Familiarity with regulatory expectations (audit trails, data lineage, security controls)

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain ASP.NET web applications, including ongoing vulnerability remediation.
• Build and enhance data-focused API’s using C# and Apigee with a strong focus on data access, security, and performance.
• Develop and maintain ETL pipelines using Informatica IICS and SSIS.
• Write, optimize, and troubleshoot complex stored procedures in MS SQL and Snowflake.
• Build and maintain data pipelines and automated workflows using Stonebranch or Airflow. Knowledge of Python helpful.
• Integrate with and support commercial Wealth Management software (investments, trust, custody, trading).
• Collaborate with business partners to translate financial and operational requirements into technical solutions.
• Participate in code reviews, architecture discussions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Troubleshoot production issues across applications, APIs, databases, and ETL jobs.
• Use AI‑assisted development tools (Copilot, Claude, etc.) to accelerate development and documentation.
• Contribute to secure coding practices and remediation of audit or vulnerability findings.
• Assist with reporting and analytics using SAP BusinessObjects or Tableau (nice to have).

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

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