What we are looking for

This bilingual (EN/FR) full time position is based in our Montreal office.  It would include interactions with the Product and Technology & Operations teams based in Montreal as well as RBC Ventures’ offices in Toronto (including occasional and irregular travels to Toronto). As a Front End Developer, you will focus on growing and improving our technology platforms. This role requires someone who can roll up their sleeves, while developing their future career opportunities.

What will you do?

• Work with a team of skilled developers creating a rapidly evolving consumer-facing platform.
• Look for opportunities to disrupt from within and continually expand what is possible through technology.

• Develop our web applications and platforms; taking part in design specifications and architecture, coding and testing.
• Continuously maintain, debug and improve existing web applications and websites
• Work in close collaboration with the rest of the team (troubleshooting and resolving issues, increasing efficiencies, automating where required, etc.)
• Maintain IT documentation and code repositories (Git)

What do you need to succeed?

• You think digital-first and believe all customer experiences should be simple and effective
• You’re a creative problem-solver, outcome focused and passionate about building software products and taking ownership

• You’re a team player and are keen to share ideas with your peers
• You’re an exceptional communicator who is able to articulate technical issues in plain language

Must Have:

• 5+ years prior work experience in similar or equivalent roles
• Extensive experience with HTML5, CSS/SASS/SCSS, Bootstrap, JavaScript/jQuery in building responsive web applications

• Experience in converting design specifications to HTML & CSS
• Experience with Figma or other design tools
• Experience using Git
• Ability to do cross browser and devices testing
• Ability to work closely with Product team for continuously improving the customer experience
• Strong desire to always improve, streamline, automate processes and operations
• Strong communication skills, spoken and written, in French and English (fluent proficiency in both languages is an absolute must).

Nice to Have:

• Knowledge of PHP
• Knowledge of React

• Experience with MVC frameworks
• Post-secondary degree or diploma in a computer or design related program

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 SUMMARY
City:  Montreal
Address:  1 Place Ville Marie, Montreal
Work Hours/Week:  37.5
Work Environment:  Office
Employment Type:  Permanent
Career Level:  Experienced Hire/Professional
Pay Type:  Salary + Variable Bonus
Required Travel(%):  0-25
Exempt/Non-Exempt:  N/A
People Manager:  No
Application Deadline:  01/31/2022
Platform:  Technology and Operations 
Req ID:  420036