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This role ensures accurate test data delivery in a fast-paced environment while providing technical expertise and mentorship to team members. The position bridges data testing assurance with data engineering, architecture, and business teams to deliver robust, trustworthy data testing & test data solutions in a dynamic financial services environment.\nWHAT WILL YOU DO?\nDevelop and execute comprehensive data testing strategies and automated testing solutions for data validation across multiple platforms, interfaces, and ETL processes\n\nDesign and implement automated data testing scripts and frameworks to validate data accuracy, completeness, consistency, and conformance to business rules\n\nCreate and maintain test management documentation; define, track, and report on quality metrics\n\nReview and enhance data testing strategies for new and existing data initiatives;\n\nCollaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into executable testing scenarios and validation rules\n\nManage defect tracking workflows and coordinate resolution with development and business teams\n\nWork closely with vendors to implement testing solutions\n\nRecommend improvements to testing processes, technology, and interfaces that improve the effectiveness of testing teams\n\nOwn test data management strategy and automation; ensure test data is properly provisioned, maintained, and compliant with data governance policies\n\nWHAT DO YOU NEED TO SUCCEED?\nMust have:\n6+ years of hands-on experience in data testing and validation across various data platforms, interfaces, and data warehouses\n\n5+ years of experience working with and testing relational databases; ability to write and test complex SQL queries and stored procedures\n\nStrong proficiency with data testing and validation tools (DVO, QuerySurge, or similar frameworks) and data profiling tools (IDC/CDGC or equivalent)\n\nStrong understanding of data models, ER diagrams, and ability to analyze complex data mapping and business rule documentation\n\nExperience in ETL Tools like IICS, Informatica Power Center or similar and ETL scheduler tools\n\nProven experience in test data management strategy, provisioning, and automation; understanding of data governance and compliance requirements\n\nProven ability mentoring team members (onshore & offshore) and providing technical direction\n\nProficiency with Git version control, branching strategies, and strong experience testing and working in continuous delivery (CICD) environment.\n\nExperience with test management tools (Azure Test Plans, Jira QMetry) and quality metrics reporting\n\nNice-to-have:\nKnowledge about data obfuscation routines\n\nExperience using AI tools like Copilot for test design or test automation\n\nWHAT'S IN FOR YOU?\nWe 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.\nA comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits, competitive compensation, commissions, and stock where applicable\n\nLeaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities\n\nAbility to make a difference and lasting impact\n\nWork in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team\n\nA world-class training program in financial services\n\nOpportunities to do challenging work\n\nJob Skills\nApplication Testing, Decision Making, Detail-Oriented, Group Problem Solving, IT Quality Assurance, Long Term Planning, Predictive Analytics, Programming Languages, Software Product Testing, Test AutomationAdditional Job Details\nAddress:\n180 WELLINGTON ST W:TORONTOCity:\nTorontoCountry:\nCanadaWork hours/week:\n37.5Employment Type:\nFull timePlatform:\nTECHNOLOGY AND OPERATIONSJob Type:\nRegularPay Type:\nSalariedPosted Date:\n2026-05-21Application Deadline:\n2026-09-28Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above\nOur Employment Opportunities\nAt 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.\nJoin our Talent Community\nStay 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.\nExpand 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.\nRBC 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. 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