Job Description
What is the opportunity?The Trading & Execution Services group within Capital Markets is seeking a strong Java developer for the Program Trading team. You will be involved in writing code for applications which facilitate basket trading within the Global Equities business. This is a fast-paced business with frequently changing needs and requirements. Beyond that, you will also maintain and enhance supporting applications used by our trading desks.
What will you do?- Gather requirements by performing end user interviews to understand business needs and inform the development strategy
- Develop, test & troubleshoot Java code by writing maintainable code, conducting comprehensive testing, and resolving identified issues
- Integrate new FIX connection streams by implementing and configuring Financial Information Exchange protocol connections between trading systems
- Document technical design decisions and prepare all required SDLC artifacts including specifications, test plans, and release notes throughout the development lifecycle
- Liaise with QA and production teams to ensure successful testing and release of software changes by coordinating test strategies and managing deployment processes
- Provide L2 (2nd line) support, as required by escalating and resolving complex technical issues in the production environment.
What do you need to succeed?Must have:- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, or equivalent
- 5+ years in Test-Driven Java/Spring Boot development, with great understanding of core Java APIs
- 5+ years of hands-on programming experience with real-time transaction processing and multi-threading
- Ability to diagnose and resolve performance issues surrounding CPU, I/O, memory, and other contentions in high-performance apps
- Proficiency in working with relational databases and complex SQL queries
- Comfortable with UNIX/LINUX command line
Nice to have:- Familiarity with FIX protocol and FIX engines
- Event-driven pub/sub with Solace
- Experience working with C# and .NET ecosystem for enterprise applications
- Experience in finance/capital markets
What is 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.
#LI-POST#TECH PJ
Job SkillsActive Learning, Agile Methodology, Application Integrations, Collaborating, Detail-Oriented, DevOps, Enterprise Application Delivery, Group Problem Solving, Java, Programming Languages, Requirements Analysis, Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), Spring Boot
Additional Job DetailsAddress:
RBC CENTRE, 155 WELLINGTON ST W:TORONTO
City:
Toronto
Country:
Canada
Work hours/week:
37.5
Employment Type:
Full time
Platform:
CAPITAL MARKETS
Job Type:
Regular
Pay Type:
Salaried
Posted Date:
2026-04-24
Application Deadline:
2026-05-24
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above
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