Senior Big Data Developer

Job DescriptionWhat is the opportunity?Compliance is a team within Global Functions Technology that deals with trading and employee surveillance, privacy, and risk governance. This position is within the Compliance Technology area of GFT. This role will focus on building high-performance big data applications and analytics platforms. What will you do?Develop expertise in the trade surveillance data infrastructure and application portfolioDesign and implement scalable data pipelines, ETL processes, and data integration solutionsBuild and optimize data models and database schemas to support business analytics and reporting needsCollaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and translate them into technical data solutionsImplement data quality frameworks and monitoring to ensure data accuracy and reliabilityProvide technical guidance on data architecture, best practices, and emerging technologiesSupport production data systems and troubleshoot data-related issuesDocument data processes, pipelines, and system architectureWhat do you need to succeed?Must-have7+ years of hands-on development experience with big data technologies, specifically Spark, Scala, and distributed computing frameworksStrong programming skills in Scala and Python with experience building production-grade applicationsProven experience working with big data platforms such as Databricks, Snowflake, or Hadoop ecosystemKnowledge of streaming technologies (Kafka, Spark Streaming) and event-driven architecturesSolid understanding of data structures, algorithms, and performance optimization for large-scale data processingExperience with version control, testing frameworks, and CI/CD practices in a collaborative development environment Nice to HaveExperience with kdb+ or time-series databases for financial dataFamiliarity with containerization and cloud-native development (Docker, Kubernetes)Capital Markets/Wealth management and/or regulatory/compliance domain knowledgeWhat’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 applicableLeaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunitiesAbility to make a difference and lasting impactWork in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing teamA world-class training program in financial servicesFlexible work/life balance optionsOpportunities to do challenging work#LI-POST#TECHPJJob SkillsActive Learning, Agile Methodology, Application Integrations, Detail-Oriented, Emerging Technologies, Enterprise Application Delivery, Group Problem Solving, Programming Languages, Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)Additional Job DetailsAddress:120 WESTERN PKY:BEDFORDCity:BedfordCountry:CanadaWork hours/week:37.5Employment Type:Full timePlatform:TECHNOLOGY AND OPERATIONSJob Type:RegularPay Type:SalariedPosted Date:2025-12-04Application Deadline:2025-12-31Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date aboveInclusion and Equal Opportunity EmploymentAt 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 CommunityStay 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.