Software development jobs in Canada

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Counted Sep 21, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 4,075
Employers: 1,526

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / year: $116,496Across 444 listings
Average starting payUSD / year: $139,398Across 121 listings
Average starting payCAD / hour: $55.65Across 70 listings

Employer-advertised starting pay, not employee salaries. Currencies and pay periods stay separate.

Where work happens

Remote: 10%410 listings
Hybrid: 40%1,629 listings
On-site: 49%1,995 listings

Not specified: 1% (41 listings)

Employers hiring include Amazon (114), Genetec (63), RBC (60).

Sources & calculation notes

These figures describe the listings on this role page at the date shown, not the whole job market. Listings can change.

Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

Hybrid and on-site classifications may be inferred from descriptions. Check the original ad. How we count

Software development jobs in Canada

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Added 20 days ago
Software Development Engineer in Test(SDET)
RBC
Toronto, ON
Full-time
The RBC Team is hiring for a Development role with mixed QE responsibilities within Risk IT Team. In this role, you provide support for a suite of business mission-critical and complex…
Added 20 days ago
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Vancouver, BC
Full-time
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Remote, Canada
$160,000 to $210,000 CAD / year
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Full-time
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Toronto, ON
$65,166.4 to $100,547.2 CAD / year
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…robust technology platforms across the IBM portfolio, including Software…
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RBC

Software Development Engineer in Test(SDET)

Toronto, ON, Canada

Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Sep 29, 2026
Experience: 5+ years of total experience in a QE/Dev or equivalent technical role + 2 years of Lead experience
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 1, 2026

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Original job description

Job Description

What is the opportunity?

The RBC Team is hiring for a Development role with mixed QE responsibilities within Risk IT Team. In this role, you provide support for a suite of business mission-critical and complex applications, understanding both front and back-end of the applications under the guidance of the Dev and QE Managers. The technology platform spans the breadth of Windows and Linux platforms, Python / Java, Hive, and MS SQL

WHAT WILL YOU DO?

Lead Timely delivery of releases, improvements and transformation initiatives in development and QE activities
Technical Analysis, Design & Documentation: Design and architect solutions for credit risk reporting applications. Develop database structures, review specifications, and ensure alignment with project requirements
Coding and Testing: Develop micro-services and data processing jobs. Conduct thorough code reviews, contribute to unit test plans, and collaborate with QA teams to ensure quality standards
Develop and maintain automated test suites and test automation tools
Create test plans, test cases and test scripts based on complex requirement documents and business User Stories
Work with JIRA, Confluence, qTest for test case management, defect management, test reporting and other functions
Effectively collaborate with team members, stakeholders and business partners from initiation to close by using strong communication, rapport building and other stakeholder management techniques

WHAT DO YOU NEED TO SUCCEED?

Must-have

5+ years of total experience in a QE/Dev or equivalent technical role + 2 years of Lead experience
Proficiency in Java/J2EE Microservice Architecture and building RESTful Web services.
Experience working in Hadoop/CDP Big Data environments, with strong hands-on experience in Spark/Hive for real-time and batch processing application development
Strong skills in database application development, ETL work, and advanced database performance tuning using technologies like Hibernate/Spring, with expertise in Hive/MySQL/SQL Server/Sybase/Oracle or similar databases.
Good knowledge of QE Processes, Testing Life Cycle, SDLC and Defect Management processes for application testing, development and support
Ability to use AI to integrate within testing and development processes and improve efficiencies
Excellent communication skills and effective negotiation skills.
Computer Engineering, Computer Science, degree/diploma, Finance & Technology background or equivalent experience

Nice-to-have

Proficient in Test-Driven Development (TDD) and unit testing (JUnit/testing), as well as Unix/Linux, shell scripting, and application configuration and deployment processes.
Experience in a variety of test automation frameworks/tools e.g., (Robot Framework and others ) and script development using scripting languages (e.g.Python, Bash, shell scripting, etc.)
PySpark and Spark SQL

WHAT'S IN 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

#LIAS-POST

Job Skills

Application Testing, Decision Making, Detail-Oriented, Group Problem Solving, IT Quality Assurance, Long Term Planning, Predictive Analytics, Programming Languages, Software Product Testing, Test Automation

Additional Job Details

Address:

RBC CENTRE, 155 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:

2026-09-01

Application Deadline:

2026-09-29

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.

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Responsibilities

The role involves designing and architecting credit risk reporting applications while developing micro-services and data processing jobs. You will also lead release initiatives and maintain automated test suites to ensure high-quality software delivery.

Requirements

Candidates must have at least 5 years of experience in QE/Dev roles with 2 years of lead experience and proficiency in Java, Big Data environments, and database development. A degree or diploma in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field is required.

Skills

Java
J2EE
Microservices
RESTful Web Services
Hadoop
Spark
Hive
ETL
Hibernate
Spring
SQL
Test Automation
Python
Unix
Linux
Shell Scripting

Benefits

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

Visa sponsorship

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Keywords

SDET
Java
J2EE
Microservices
RESTful
Hadoop
CDP
Spark
Hive
ETL
Hibernate
Spring
MySQL
SQL Server
Sybase
Oracle
QE
SDLC
JIRA
Confluence
qTest
TDD
JUnit
Unix
Linux
Shell Scripting
Python
Bash
PySpark
Spark SQL

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