What is the opportunity?
We’re seeking a hands-on lead Python expert with proven leadership experience who combines deep technical expertise in machine learning with a track record of leading development teams. You’ll actively contribute to building and deploying highly scalable, intelligent applications while guiding a skilled team of developers. The team is responsible for designing, building, and rolling out AI-enhanced API’s and applications for critical RBC Security platforms and processes.
What will you do?
You will work in an Agile manner with our internal consumers, security architects, and collaborate with a team of developers to deliver applications and API’s for critical Global Security platforms and processes.
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Lead development teams through hands-on technically guidance and mentorship to integrate AI/ML capabilities into security automation initiatives
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Design and build full-stack AI/ML-powered Cyber Security automation, writing production Python code and implementing ML models end-to-end
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Develop and deploy machine learning pipelines for security analytics, anomaly detection, data validation and enhanced capabilities
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Integrate security products, ML models and infrastructure components
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Active participation in group meetings to discuss technical design, decisions, implementation, problem solving and improvements
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Follow internal standards and best practice to design and deploy secure, maintainable applications
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Integrate security products with existing infrastructure and deployment pipelines
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Integrate applications with alerting, monitoring and reporting tools
What do you need to succeed?
Must-have:
- Proven track record leading development teams
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7+ years advanced Python proficiency across multiple domains (front end/backend services, data pipelines, ML applications)
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3+ years of hands-on experience in ML/AI development with demonstrated project success
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Demonstrated expertise with ML frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn)
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Proficiency in data manipulation and analysis (Pandas, NumPy, SQL)
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Deep knowledge of design patterns, clean code principles, and architectural best practices
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Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field, or equivalent experience
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Idea to execution software development, including established working experience in Python
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Experience with building and consuming REST APIs, and associated security protocols (such as OAuth, TLS)
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Experience with Microservice Architecture, Kubernetes
Nice-to-have:
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Strong understanding of cyber security best practices and compliance standards
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Certification in Kubernetes (CKA or CKAD)
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Knowledge of Agile and DevOps methodologies
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Full-stack development experience (front-end frameworks: React)
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Experience in Monitoring/Logging tools (such as ELK, Dynatrace, Prometheus)
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Certification in network and cyber security (CISSP, CEH, or similar)
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.
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A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits, competitive compensation, commissions, and stock where applicable
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Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities
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Ability to make a difference and lasting impact
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Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
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A world-class training program in financial services
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Flexible work/life balance options
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Opportunities to do challenging work
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Job Skills
Containerization, Information Technology (IT) Infrastructure, Kubernetes, Microarchitecture, Programming Languages, Python (Programming Language), RESTful APIs, Software Change Request Management, Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), Software Engineering, Software Integration Engineering, Software Product Design, Software Product Technical Knowledge, Software Release Management, System Testing Tools
Additional Job Details
16 YORK ST:TORONTO
Toronto
Canada
37.5
Full time
TECHNOLOGY AND OPERATIONS
Regular
Salaried
2026-06-09
2026-07-29
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above
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