Lead Big Data Developer, GFT

Job Summary

Job Description

WHAT IS THE OPPORTUNITY?

The US Risk Technology team is undertaking multiple complex enterprise-wide initiatives as part of RBC’s ongoing plan to improve patterns of data delivery and consumption out of lake. We are moving towards standardizing a single source of reporting and calculation layer for our consumers. In this role, you can make a big difference to the success of an important project in Global Functions Technology team. You should have a solid understanding of computer science basics, upon which you will write high quality code. The ideal candidate has practical experience using Python, Spark and a good grasp of the Hive query language. You should be able to connect to a hive instance, both through a command line or work bench to diagnose problems, write code to meet business requirements. A strong professional with sense of personal responsibility will be required as you will have to laisse and work with team for delivering integrated product.

WHAT WILL YOU DO?

• Design and implement solutions that meet the stakeholder’s needs

• Participate actively in requirements gathering, data modeling and design sessions

• Develop detailed plans and accurate estimates for completion of build, system testing and implementation phases of project

• Develop, code, document and execute unit tests, systems, integration and acceptance tests and testing tools for functions of high complexity

• Write, test and maintain detailed programs according to specifications given by computer software engineers and systems analysts

• Work on performance improvements of existing code & write performant code to work with big data

• Participate in walkthrough reviews of all technical specifications, programs and unit test plans

• Provides consulting services on new and existing initiatives

WHAT DO YOU NEED TO SUCCEED?

Must have:

• 7+ years application development experience in Python/Spark with big data

• 4+ years of experience working on Hadoop/Hive platform

• Ability to write Sql/hive queries

• Ability to work with data structures & code optimization

• Experience in writing Unit test cases & perform thorough unit testing.

• Background in financial services industry

Nice-to-have: 

• Experience working on Unix platform

• Experience in Kubernetes/Containers/Docker

• Gen AI awareness

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

• Flexible work/life balance options

• Opportunities to do challenging work

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Job Skills

Apache Hadoop, Application Development, Application Integrations, Application Maintenance, Applications Architecture, Detail-Oriented, Enterprise Application Delivery, Group Problem Solving, Hive Query Language, Programming Languages, Python (Programming Language), Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), System Applications

Additional Job Details

Address:

180 WELLINGTON ST W:TORONTO

City:

TORONTO

Country:

Canada

Work hours/week:

37.5

Employment Type:

Full time

Platform:

Technology and Operations

Job Type:

Regular

Pay Type:

Salaried

Posted Date:

2024-02-21

Application Deadline:

2024-04-05

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