Lead Data Engineer

What is the opportunity?

The Data and Analytics team is part of Network and Collaboration Services (NCS) and plays a critical role in enabling informed, evidence-based decision-making across the organization. We collect and integrate network assets and data from various sources and transform this data into reliable insights and analytical solutions that drive strategy and operations.

We are seeking a skilled Lead Logstash/Elasticsearch Engineer to design, implement, and support enterprise‑scale log management, data ingestion, and search analytics solutions. The ideal candidate must have strong hands‑on experience with the Elastic Stack, solid Linux administration skills, Python scripting capabilities, and a foundational understanding of networking concepts.

• Design, develop, and maintain data ingestion pipelines using Logstash.
• Configure, administer, and optimize Elasticsearch clusters for performance, scalability, and reliability.
• Monitor and troubleshoot data flows, indexing processes, and search performance issues.
• Develop and maintain automation scripts using Python.
• Manage and support Linux‑based environments hosting Elastic Stack components.
• Analyze system logs and operational data to identify issues and improve platform stability.
• Collaborate with infrastructure, application, and security teams to onboard new data sources.
• Implement data retention, indexing, and lifecycle management strategies.
• Document configurations, operational procedures, and troubleshooting guides.
• Participate in incident response and root cause analysis activities.

• 5+ years of experience working with Elasticsearch, Logstash, or related technologies.
• Experience supporting production environments with high availability requirements.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent practical experience).
• Proficiency in creating and managing Logstash pipelines, filters, and data transformations.
• Knowledge of Elasticsearch indexing, mappings, queries, and cluster management.
• Strong knowledge of Linux OS (RHEL, CentOS, Ubuntu, or similar).
• Expertise with Linux command‑line tools, process management, file systems, and shell scripting.
• Ability to troubleshoot application and system‑level issues in Linux environments.
• Proficiency in Python for automation, data processing, and operational tooling.
• Experience developing scripts for monitoring, log analysis, and system administration.
• Understanding of networking fundamentals such as TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP/HTTPS, load balancing, and firewalls.
• Ability to troubleshoot network connectivity and firewall issues.
• Capability to analyze connectivity and data flow in distributed systems.

• Knowledge of T‑SQL and experience writing queries, stored procedures, and troubleshooting database-related issues.
• Familiarity with Microsoft SQL Server environments.
• Experience with Kibana dashboards and visualizations.
• Exposure to CI/CD pipelines and Dev Ops practices.
• Knowledge of monitoring tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, or similar.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Familiarity with security monitoring, SIEM, or observability solutions.

• 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.

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.

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:
Final date to receive applications:

Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the Final date to receive applications date above.

RBC is presently inviting candidates to apply for this existing vacancy. Qualified applicants may be contacted to review their resume in more detail.