Job Description

Drive the development of scalable, high-performance data pipelines within the Enterprise Data Platforms for enabling seamless access to and analysis of data across the organization. This role requires a strong technical background, strategic mindset, and excellent leadership capabilities.

We are seeking a Data Engineering leader to drive the development of Data engineering solutions on RBC’s Enterprise Data and AI Hybrid Multi-cloud Platforms, that meet the strategic data objectives of the business. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the design, development, and implementation of data solutions, as well as lead, mentor, and grow a team of talented data engineers. This role requires strong data engineering skills and leadership, effective written and verbal communication skills, a strong work ethic and a demonstrated capability to multi-task effectively as a member of a dynamic, fast paced team.

What will you do?

This role will encompass an end-to-end Data Integration view from data sourcing, lineage, transformation, and storage to support complex advanced analytics and AI, and require extensive collaboration with Business architecture, System architecture, Business SME and Data Stewards.

  • Work with the Business SMEs and Platform leads to understand and determine best mix of development and technical data solutions to meet business requirements and project objectives.
  • Lead the build of batch and real-time data pipelines (inbound, outbound)
  • Integrate data with Cloud based platforms and publish curated data products for consumption.
  • Participate in Data management requirements and support Data and AI needs of business and technology stakeholders.
  • Work in an agile team of Data Engineers, Developers and RBC business stakeholders.
  • Collaborate with data scientists, process engineers and business stakeholders on requirement gathering and assist with prescriptive and predictive analytics through consolidated data pipelines.

Must Have:

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related technical field involving coding (e.g., physics or mathematics), or equivalent technical experience.
  • Broad experience with hands-on experience in data engineering and technologies:
  • 10+ years of Python development and SQL experience(Spark and Databricks-specific SQL is a plus)
  • Extensive experience with schema design, dimensional data modeling, and scalable data architecture
  • Strong knowledge of algorithms and data structures.
  • Working knowledge of the Data Engineering Tech Stack: Python, PySpark, Databricks, Airflow, Kafka, Snowflake, API: Node.JS, Apigee, Portal/analytics solutions: Angular, Security frameworks: LDAP, Kerberos, OAuth 2.0, Vault integration

Nice to have:

  • Master’s degree in computer science or equivalent experience
  • Automation/DevOps: GIT Actions, Selenium and similar technologies
  • Experience working in Agile/SAFe environment

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
  • Opportunities to do challenging work.

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Job Skills

Big Data Analytics, Client Counseling, Coaching Others, Critical Thinking, Decision Making, Industry Knowledge, Machine Learning (ML), Results-Oriented, Software Engineering, Software Product Design

Additional Job Details

Address: 335 8 AVE SW:CALGARY

City: Calgary

Country: Canada

Work hours/week: 37.5

Employment Type: Full time

Platform: TECHNOLOGY AND OPERATIONS

Job Type: Regular

Pay Type: Salaried

Posted Date: 2025-12-23

Application Deadline: 2026-01-16

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above

Inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment

At 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.

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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 94,000+ employees who leverage their imaginations and insights to 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 our more than 17 million clients in Canada, the U.S. and 27 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 www.rbc.com/community-social-impact. http://rbc.com/legalstuff. La Banque Royale du Canada est une institution financière mondiale définie par sa raison d'être, guidée par des principes et orientée vers l'excellence en matière de rendement. Notre succès est attribuable aux quelque 94 000+ employés qui mettent à profit leur créativité et leur savoir faire pour concrétiser notre vision, nos valeurs et notre stratégie afin que nous puissions contribuer à la prospérité de nos clients et au dynamisme des collectivités. Selon la capitalisation boursière, nous sommes la plus importante banque du Canada et l'une des plus grandes banques du monde. Nous avons adopté un modèle d'affaires diversifié axé sur l'innovation et l'offre d'expériences exceptionnelles à nos plus de 17 millions de clients au Canada, aux États Unis et dans 27 autres pays. Pour en savoir plus, visitez le site rbc.com/francais Nous sommes fiers d'appuyer une grande diversité d'initiatives communautaires par des dons, des investissements dans la collectivité et le travail bénévole de nos employés. Pour de plus amples renseignements, visitez le site www.rbc.com/collectivite-impact-social. https://www.rbc.com/conditions-dutilisation/

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