What is the opportunity?

As the Senior Development Manager, you will lead the technical design and development of application systems on Finance and Audit Team, managing IT support staff and vendor resources to ensure efficient response to business client, application development and quality assurance teams.

Apply extensive, in-depth knowledge, skills, and practices to perform complex assignments. Are you a talented, creative, and results-driven professional who thrives on delivering high-performing applications. Come join us!

Global Functions Technology (GFT) is part of RBC’s Technology and Operations division. GFT’s impact is far-reaching as we collaborate with partners from across the company to deliver innovative and transformative IT solutions. Our clients represent Risk, Finance, HR, CAO, Audit, Legal, Compliance, Financial Crime, Capital Markets, Personal and Commercial Banking and Wealth Management. We also lead the development of digital tools and platforms to enhance collaboration.

What will you do?

• Collaborate with Product Owners, Product Managers, COE teams and the Architecture Design Authority to determine the best mix of development and technical solutions to meet business requirements and project objectives.

• Actively participate in the detailed design phases of project initiatives; identify, track, and resolve technical issues, ensuring solutions meet sponsor needs and project life cycle deliverables.

• Contribute to successful project completion by identifying risks and developing / recommending mitigation strategies.

• Develop detailed plans and accurate estimates for the design, build, implementation, and maintenance phases of the project.

• Ensure adequate technical/reference documentation and training is in place.

• Provide hands-on assistance to the application support team in troubleshooting and resolving production issues.

• Engage in coding, code reviews, and technical problem-solving to ensure high-quality software delivery.

WHAT DO YOU NEED TO SUCCEED?

Must have:

• Provide direct, day-to-day supervision of staff and contractors.

• 6+ years of experience in software development in related technologies with increasing responsibilities and complexity. 2+ years in team lead or similar capacity with full end-to-end ownership in delivering a project.

• Expert with Python and experience with C++, C#, .NET, HTML

• Hands-on experience with the mainframe environment, JCL, COBOL, SYSIN, etc. and knowledge of Zeke scheduling.

• Understanding of infrastructure management, including Windows and Unix servers, NAS, SAN, and other systems

• Hands-on experience with distributed platforms with an understanding of migrating from legacy mainframe to alternate platforms. Exposure to DevOps practices and tools for CI/CD pipelines.

• This is a lead role - Demonstrated strong team leadership and ability in written and oral communication skills, along with strong presentation skills. Ability to determine the information and communication needs of the stakeholders and project.

• Positive attitude, open communication, teamwork, and commitment to deliver successful results.

Nice-to-have:

• Experience with Job scheduling tools like Zeke.

• Exposure to GenAI tools and best practices.

• Solid knowledge of Agile development methodologies and enterprise change management processes.

• Knowledge of data governance and security practices

• Prior experience in the Financial Industry.

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

• Opportunities to take on progressively greater accountabilities

• Opportunities to building close relationships with clients

• Access to a variety of job opportunities across business and geographies.

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Job Skills

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

Additional Job Details

RBC CENTRE, 155 WELLINGTON ST W:TORONTOTorontoCanada37.5Full timeTECHNOLOGY AND OPERATIONSRegularSalaried2026-02-032026-02-27

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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