Software Engineer - Emerging Technologies Solutions

What is the opportunity?

We are looking for an enthusiastic Software Engineer who is excited by the opportunity of being at the forefront of technology, working on extremely innovative and challenging problems, and creating new solutions for our business partners. We have the freedom to try emerging technologies and applications, test, fail fast, learn, pivot and go again. We have the privilege to drive the leading edge of innovation and build things into existence or improve what is already here.

As a Software Engineer you will be working with the T&O Strategy & Innovation team and help the team create first-level experiments and proof-of-concepts using technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Natural Language Processing.

The ideal candidate for this role would be a lifelong learner who enjoys building applications that integrate and leverage emerging technologies. Above all, the ideal candidate would enjoy working independently in a team while being coached and mentored by senior engineers.

What will you do?

• Collaborate with peers to develop code in line with strategic initiatives, as well as develop, troubleshoot, enhance, and document components, as per requirements and detailed design according to RBC procedures and processes.
• Participate in brainstorming sessions to identify and architect solutions
• Collaborate with other T&O and business teams to converge on the best solutions for conducting first-level experiments and proof of concepts.
• Work in an Agile lab environment, delivering code, automation deployments, and rapid prototype demonstrations on a bi-weekly basis.
• Create and review technical documentation, understand how the design will be used in the code development process, and facilitate meetings to design, troubleshoot, and execute projects Collaborate with other T&O and business teams to converge on the best solutions for conducting first-level experiments and proof of concepts.

What do you need to succeed?

Must have

• Bachelor’s Degree or Master's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related STEM degree with equivalent experience
• Understanding of modern software development life cycle and CI/CD tooling.
• Experience in Python, Java, Angular, React, Node, JavaScript, Shell scripting, or any other front-end and back-end tools.
• Experience working with cloud-based applications, restless APIs, and micro services, including familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift, AWS, Google Cloud, and Microsoft Azure.
• Ability to clearly communicate with technical teams, business users, and senior management
• Preferred - Understanding of machine-learning use cases and familiarity with at least one of the following frameworks and libraries:
  • Machine Learning (TensorFlow, PyTorch, HuggingFace)
  • Natural Language Processing toolkits (AWS SageMaker, Azure Cognitive Services for Language, Google DialogFlow, NLTK, PyTorch-NLP, SpaCy, Rasa)
  • Generative AI (Transformers, Generative Adversarial Networks).

Nice-to-have

• Passion to learn and experiment with new software development frameworks and libraries
• Desire to create prototypes and proof of concepts in order to help assess technology value
• Self-motivated, able to manage time and work with minimal supervision

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
• Flexible work/life balance options
• Opportunities to do challenging work 

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Job Skills

Active Learning, Application Integrations, Detail-Oriented, Group Problem Solving, Programming Languages, Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)

Additional Job Details

RBC WATERPARK PLACE, 88 QUEENS QUAY W:TORONTOTorontoCanada37.5Full timeTECHNOLOGY AND OPERATIONSRegularSalaried2026-03-192026-04-16

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.

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.