Solutions Architect

Job DescriptionWhat Is The Opportunity?As part of the RBC Bank Architecture team, a Solutions Architect evaluates, creates, and improves solutions for all product categories in the bank; and plays a key role in technology management and architectural governance across the organization. In addition to designing solutions, in this role, you will be establishing best practices, leading successful implementations of solutions and be a key partner to business throughout the entire lifecycle of product development. The role will coordinate, develop, lead, communicate and execute activities to ensure objectives are accomplished according on time.Apart from your technical knowledge and curiosity, passion for the quality of your work, zeal for learning and ability to articulate and enunciate complex concepts will be other strong assets that will help you succeed in this position.What will you do? Design large or complex solutions, including system and application architecture, in accordance with industry best practices, RBC standards and strategiesCreate end to end application enterprise architectures that areSecureExtensibleAvailable and PerformantScalableCompliant with RBC standards and industry best practicesIdentify weaknesses with or further optimize existing architectures and design improvements based on the principles mentioned aboveIdentify and apply tooling to measure these attributes, develop and monitor KPIs and KRIs around themTake each solution through in RBC’s solution governance process from inception to completion, includingDocumenting current and new architecturesProposing alternate solutions to mitigate gaps and risks, and logging “AD”s (Architectural Decisions)Using your expertise to vote on the best solutionMentor development teams in best practices, including hands-on development of Proof of Concepts to demonstrate architectural patternManage implementation of large complex initiatives, plan technical development activities and communicate risksStay on top of industry trends and applying best practices in front end, backend, platform and data architectureWhat do you need to succeed ?Must HaveHands-on experience developing RESTful APIs and SOAP webservices using Java or .Net based microservice architectures on cloud native platforms like OpenShift, Cloud FoundryComplete familiarity with modern distributed computing concepts and how they are applied in IAAS / PaaS solutions from Azure and AWS including:ContainersServerlessService MeshesImmutable architecturesDeclarative APIsStrong understanding of application security best practices includingEncryption for storage and transmission (APIs)IAM concepts like SSO and federationToken and certificate managementExtensive experience with database development using SQL Server, MySQL or OracleThorough understanding of RDBMS design principles and writing queries.Thorough understanding of web-based application architecture including webservers, firewalls, CDNs, application frameworks and interoperabilityNice to haveExperience with Low code platforms and ecosystems like SalesForce, OutSystems, Power, Blue PrismExperience with message bus/queuing architectures like MQ, KafkaStrong proficiency with front end technologies like Angular, React, HTML5, CSS3 includingKnowledge of accessibility standards like WCAG 2.0 and implementing to the standards.Experience implementing internationalization and localization standards (i18n, l10n)Experience with NoSQL databases#LI-POST#TechPJJob SkillsApplication Frameworks, Application Security Architecture, Cloud Application Architecture, Enterprise Application Architecture, JavaScript, Java Web Development, Low Code Application Development, Low Code Architecture, Microsoft Message Queuing (MSMQ), Microsoft Power Apps, Multiplatform Front End Development Angular, RESTful APIs, Salesforce (Software), Salesforce API, Salesforce Platform, Spring Boot, Structured Query Language (SQL), Web Application ArchitectureAdditional Job DetailsAddress:8081 ARCO CORPORATE DRIVE:RALEIGHCity:RaleighCountry:United States of AmericaWork hours/week:40Employment Type:Full timePlatform:TECHNOLOGY AND OPERATIONSJob Type:RegularPay Type:SalariedPosted Date: Application Deadline: Note:Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date aboveOur Employment OpportunitiesAt 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 CommunityStay 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. Applying to this posting allows you to express your interest in this current career opportunity at RBC. Qualified applicants may be contacted to review their resume in more detail.Job SummaryJob number: R- Date posted : Profession: Technology | Analytics | ResearchEmployment type: Full time