Royal Bank of Canada seeks an experienced Lead Software Developer to architect and deliver mission-critical backend solutions on AEM as a Cloud Service across our enterprise digital platform, serving millions of customers daily. In this role, you will take strategic ownership of scalable backend architecture, enterprise integration patterns, and reusable framework that power both headful and headless delivery channels. You will combine deep AEM technical expertise with hands-on execution, mentoring engineering teams, and driving platform modernization using generative AI to accelerate development velocity. This is your opportunity to significantly impact RBC’s digital transformation – delivering solutions that enhance customer experiences, drive operational efficiency, and position us as Canada’s most innovative financial institution.
Lead technical design and architecture decisions for enterprise-scale AEM backend solutions; establish architectural patterns, design principles, and technology standards that balance innovation, maintainability, security and scalability
Design and implement scalable backend solutions for AEM as a Cloud Service, architecting robust services, APIs, workflows, and custom integrations that support enterprise-scale digital experiences across multiple sites.
Build and enhance reusable AEM frameworks and patterns, including Sites component, OSGI services, Sling models, servlets, REST / GraphQL APIs, Content Models and integration layer that accelerate delivery and improve platform consistency
Leverage generative AI and intelligent tools to accelerate code generation, optimize algorithms, improve code quality, and enhance productivity; establish responsible AI practices and security guardrails for AI-assisted development
Lead and mentor backend engineering teams, conducting rigorous code reviews, establishing coding standards, enforcing best practices, and mentoring junior developers to align with enterprise AEM design patterns and secure coding principles
Drive modernization initiatives including standardized content models, headless-first architectures, GraphQL implementations, and platform reusability improvements; reduce technical debt and accelerate future development velocity
Optimize platform performance, security and reliability through CI/CD enhancements, code quality initiatives, secure vulnerability remediation, and production issue resolution; establish monitoring and observability standards across environments
Champion emerging technologies and best practices, including headless CMS patterns, GraphQL, API-first architectures, microservices integration, and cloud-native scalability; evaluate and recommend technology investments to accelerate innovation.
WHAT DO YOU NEED TO SUCCEED
7+ years of software development experience with strong hands-on expertise in backend engineering, enterprise web application delivery, and full-stack software development lifecycle in Agile environments
Expert level AEM as a Cloud Service development expertise, including deep knowledge of Java, Sling models, OSGi services, REST APIs, microservices patterns, and cloud-native scalability principles
Strong hands-on coding proficiency with ability to write production-grade code, deliver complex solutions, troubleshoot issues, and maintain technical credibility; demonstrated ability to balance mentorship with individual technical contribution
Strong security and compliance acumen including ability to analyze and remediate security vulnerabilities, implement secure coding practices, and understand regulated financial services compliance requirements
Exceptional communication and technical leadership skills with ability to articulate complex architectural concepts across organizational levels, influence technical decisions, and collaborate effectively across boundaries
Background in banking, insurance, or highly regulated enterprise environments with understanding of compliance, security, governance, and risk management in financial services
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
Job Skills
Active Learning, Agile Methodology, Application Integrations, Detail-Oriented, Emerging Technologies, Enterprise Application Delivery, Group Problem Solving, Programming Languages, Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
Additional Job Details
RBC WATERPARK PLACE, 88 QUEENS QUAY W:TORONTO
Toronto
Canada
37.5
Full time
TECHNOLOGY AND OPERATIONS
Regular
Salaried
2026-06-09
2026-06-30
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above
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