Senior Backend/API Developer

Job summary

Design, develop, and maintain scalable, high-performance REST and GraphQL APIs while collaborating with cross-functional teams. Ensure code quality, security, and performance through continuous monitoring, testing, and adherence to technical standards.

Job details

Job Description What is the opportunity? Join our innovative PayEdge Technology team at RBC, where we're revolutionizing payment solution for commercial clients. We are seeking a Senior API Developer to build the robust and scalable APIs. As a key player, you'll contribute to every stage of the software development life cycle, focusing on quality, maintainability, performance, and reliability. If you're a team-oriented developer with a strong technical foundation, excellent problem-solving skills, and proficiency in language like Java, and framework like Spring Boot, let's build the future of payments together. What will you do: Design, develop, and maintain scalable, high-performance REST and/or GraphQL APIs Collaborate with product managers, architects, engineers, and infrastructure teams to define API specifications and requirements Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code; Conduct code reviews and foster a culture of technical excellence Collaborate with DevOps and infrastructure teams on deployment, monitoring and CI/CD Optimize API performance, scalability, and reliability through continuous monitoring and improvement Develop and maintain comprehensive technical documentation and API specifications Integrate internal systems with third-party applications and services Ensure adherence to security standards and implement authentication and authorization mechanisms, such as OAuth 2.0, JWT and API keys What do you need to succeed? Must have: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field 5+ years of professional software development experience, with at least 4 years focused on API development Expert-level proficiency in at least one modern programming language (Java, Python, Go, or Node.js) Deep understanding of API design patterns, REST principles, and HTTP protocols Strong experience with relational databases (SQL) and NoSQL data stores Proficiency with version control systems (Git) and CI/CD pipelines Demonstrated expertise in unit testing, integration testing, and debugging Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently and collaboratively Ability to work in an Agile environment Good communication and collaboration abilities. A passion for technology and a love of software development culture Nice to have: Experience with Microservices and event-driven architecture Familiarity with API gateways and API management platform Experience designing high-volume or mission-critical APIs Knowledge of financial data exchange standards and frameworks Knowledge of caching, messaging and async processing technologies Strong understanding of Agile methodologies and the ability to contribute to continuous improvement initiatives 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 Job Skills Application Development, Application Integrations, Application Maintenance, Applications Architecture, Detail-Oriented, Enterprise Application Delivery, Group Problem Solving, Programming Languages, Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), System Applications Additional Job Details Address: RBC WATERPARK PLACE, 88 QUEENS QUAY 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: 2026-09-08 Application Deadline: 2026-10-27 Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above Our Employment Opportunities At RBC, we are guided by living shared values of Client First, Integrity, Collaboration, Respect and Excellence and winning together as One 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. Join our Talent Community Stay in-the-know about great career opportunities at RBC. Sign up and get customized info on our latest jobs, career tips and Recruitment events that matter to you. Expand your limits and create a new future together at RBC. Find out how we use our passion and drive to enhance the well-being of our clients and communities at jobs.rbc.com. RBC is presently inviting candidates to apply for this existing vacancy. 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What you’ll do

Design, develop, and maintain scalable, high-performance REST and GraphQL APIs while collaborating with cross-functional teams. Ensure code quality, security, and performance through continuous monitoring, testing, and adherence to technical standards.

Requirements

Requires a bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field and at least 5 years of professional software development experience. Candidates must possess expert-level proficiency in a modern programming language like Java and have a deep understanding of API design patterns and database systems.

Benefits

• Bonuses
• Flexible benefits
• Competitive compensation
• Stock options
• Training program
• Flexible work/life balance

Listed skills

• Java · Preferred
• Spring Boot · Preferred
• REST APIs · Preferred
• GraphQL · Preferred
• SQL · Preferred
• Git · Preferred
• CI/CD · Preferred
• Agile · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Java
• Spring Boot
• REST APIs
• GraphQL
• SQL
• NoSQL
• Git
• CI/CD
• Unit testing
• Integration testing
• OAuth 2.0
• JWT
• Microservices
• Event-driven architecture
• API gateways
• Agile
• Workplace Inclusivity
• Event Driven Architecture
• JSON Web Token (JWT)
• Go (Programming Language)
• Git (Version Control System)
• Programming Languages
• Java (Programming Language)
• Application Programming Interface (API)
• Agile Methodology
• Applications Architecture
• Application Development
• Software Development
• Authentications
• Unit Testing
• Version Control
• Code Review
• Communication
• Integration Testing
• Computer Science
• Continuous Improvement Process
• Continuous Monitoring
• Data Store
• Relational Databases
• Debugging
• Software Development Life Cycle
• DevOps
• Financial Services
• Financial Data
• Scalability
• Innovation
• Problem Solving
• Python (Programming Language)
• Maintainability
• Node.js (Javascript Library)

Job areas

• Technology
• Software
• Finance & Accounting
• Engineering
• Back End Developer
• Back End Developer / Engineer
• Web and Multimedia Developers
• Web Developers

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