Scotiabank

Project Lead Development

Scotiabank$100K — $120K *
Enterprise Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years in technical project management or leading large cross-functional teams
  • Bachelor's Degree in Software Engineering or Computer Science
  • Strong understanding of software development processes and team needs
  • Knowledge in Wealth/Brokerage business is a plus
  • Experience as a software developer or technical lead is desirable
  • Familiarity with Lean methodologies and Agile techniques
  • Hands-on experience with JIRA/Confluence for project management

Responsibilities

  • Lead and motivate team members to achieve project goals
  • Guide teams through technical challenges and decision making
  • Identify and track project dependencies and impediments
  • Facilitate Agile ceremonies and planning exercises
  • Assist the Product Owner with backlog grooming and management
  • Forecast project deliverables based on reliable sources
  • Regularly report on team performance and project status

Benefits

  • Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Allyship initiatives
  • Accessibility and workplace accommodations
  • Upskilling opportunities through online courses and tuition assistance
  • Competitive rewards program with flexible vacation and benefits starting on day one
  • Dynamic work environment with collaborative space
  • Opportunities for community engagement through various programs
Full Job Description
Requisition ID: 259019

Global Wealth Management Technology group in Scotiabank and is primarily responsible for the design and development of digital applications for wealth and brokerage customers.

We are looking for a Project Lead Development who will be working with the team for Wealth management / brokerage digital modernization. The Project Lead Development works with one or multiple teams who are delivering business value to customers. As Project Lead Development , with a strong technical background in software development, you are passionate about Agile methodologies, communication, technical alignments, continuous improvement and coaching to deliver the digital production for customers.

Is this role right for you? In this role you will:

  • You should possess strong leadership skills to inspire, motivate and guide team members to achieving their project goals.
  • You should have a strong technical background in the software development life cycle, currently or previously. Your background will help to guide the team, solve technical challenges and make informed decisions.
  • Bring in technical expertise or productive discussions with the already acquired technical skills in the area of software development with Architects and Technical lead.
  • Guide and participate with team to get to educated estimates with the technical background and solution design experience.
  • Work with a team to identify roadmap/feature dependencies and impediments. Being accountable for tracking the dependencies and impediments and removing them to enable the team: surface, track, escalate.
  • Facilitate discussion, decision making, and conflict resolution. Build a trusting and safe environment where problems can be raised and resolved.
  • Assists in the identification and mitigation of project risks.
  • Identifies and acts on coaching opportunities at the individual and team level.
  • Conducts regular assessments of a team Agile Maturity and uses the results to guide them to improved performance.
  • Facilitate agile ceremonies (Daily Scrum, Backlog Refinement, Sprint Planning, Sprint Review, and Retrospective) and longer-term planning exercises (Release Planning, Release Train Planning).
  • Support the Product Owner, especially with respect to story grooming and maintaining the product backlog.
  • Pro-actively identify and mitigate risks using Agile best practices and project deliverables
  • Needs to forecast the numbers of deliverables, which is based on evidence and reliable source.
  • Needs to be expert in estimating and planning. Knows how to create useful, reliable and practical plans for software development projects
  • Provide regular, standardized reporting for team performance: velocity, stories completed and project status.
  • Coordinate operation readiness activities with associated teams (security, infrastructure, network, etc)
  • Oversee and coordinate software release activities.
  • Active participation and help assist in timely decision making in defining product backlog (working with Product Owner, Business Analyst); alignment to overall product architecture and technical design (working with Architect and Tech Leads)
  • Regularly communicate with other scrum teams to ensure tactical story alignment and identifies/tracks dependencies between the team.
  • Provide regular, standardized reporting for team performance: velocity, stories completed and project status.


Do you have the skills that will enable you to succeed in this role? We'd love to work with you if you have:

  • 5+ years of technical project management experience and/or leading large cross-functional/cross-regional teams on major organizational projects primarily dealing with software development releases.
  • Bachelor's Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent
  • Good knowledge of software development processes and procedures to understand the team needs
  • Strong understanding of Wealth / Brokerage business is an asset.
  • Previous experiences as software developer, technical lead is desirable.
  • Knows about Lean, eliminating waste, focusing on value delivery, small batch production, frequent delivery of working software, adapting to change
  • Understands backlog tracking, Scrum and Kanban based metrics, task definition, story splitting.
  • Knowledge and experience with Agile techniques - Automated Testing, User Stories, Continuous Integration, Testing, etc.
  • Demonstrated high level of analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Working experience in JIRA/Confluence
  • Hands-on experience leading release management activities for successful delivery of product launches


What's in it for you?

  • Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Allyship - We strive to create an inclusive culture where every employee is empowered to reach their fullest potential, respected for who they are, and are embraced through bias-free practices and inclusive values across Scotiabank. We embrace diversity and provide opportunities for all employee to learn, grow & participate through our various Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that span across diverse gender identities, ethnicity, race, age, ability & veterans.
  • Accessibility and Workplace Accommodations - We value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to the Bank, and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. Scotiabank continues to locate, remove and prevent barriers so that we can build a diverse and inclusive environment while meeting accessibility requirements.
  • Upskilling through online courses, cross-functional development opportunities, and tuition assistance.
  • Competitive Rewards program including bonus, flexible vacation, personal, sick days and benefits will start on day one.
  • Dynamic Ecosystem - Free tea & coffee, universal washrooms, and lots of space for team collaboration.
  • Community Engagement - We offer opportunities for community engagement & belonging with our various programs such as hackathons, contests, cooking with friends, Humans of Digital and much more!


Location(s): Canada : Ontario : Toronto

About Scotiabank

Scotiabankers are committed to helping individuals, companies, and communities to thrive in a changing world. From personal and business banking, brokerage, and insurance, to private wealth, and the most sophisticated commercial, corporate and institutional services, they serve the diverse needs of some 21 million customers in more than 55 countries. Founded in 1832 in Halifax, Nova Scotia, their growth has always been fuelled by the success of their customers and their longevity secured by an unshakable commitment to carefully and expertly managing risk and capital. That focus on doing what's right for customers—short- andlong-term—has made us a global financial services leader. Headquartered in Canada, they are over 86, 000 Scotiabankers strong. Each of us are committed to being the best at understanding their customers' needs and all of us working together to deliver practical advice and relevant solutions that help their customers become financially better off.

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Join Scotiabank, a premier financial institution, and become part of a diverse and inclusive team that’s leading the way in global banking. At Scotiabank, we offer more than just job opportunities; we provide a platform for professional growth and innovation in the financial services industry.

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Scotiabank’s culture is one of collaboration and respect, where each team member’s contribution is valued. Engage in meaningful work that challenges you to leverage your skills and push the boundaries of what’s possible in the banking sector. Our innovative projects not only support the growth of the company but also ensure our position as a leader in the industry.

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Choosing a career at Scotiabank means opting for a life of growth and opportunity. Our employees enjoy competitive benefits, including comprehensive health coverage, retirement plans, and flexible working conditions, all designed to support your career and personal life. We believe in nurturing our team’s potential by providing them with the tools they need to succeed both professionally and personally.

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