Scotiabank

Senior Manager, Engineering

Scotiabank • $120K — $140K *
Toronto, ON M3C 0E3In-Person
Finance & Insurance
8 - 10 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • 10+ years of software development experience with a clear progression, including 3+ years in leadership roles.
  • Experience in an Agile environment with a focus on technical roles.
  • Proven track record of delivering large-scale, multi-year projects.
  • Ability to lead and motivate teams under tight deadlines.
  • Deep technical knowledge of team deliverables and operating models.
  • 5+ years of experience with Node-JS, React, JavaScript, TypeScript, and Java (e.g., Spring).
  • 3+ years of experience with Microsoft Power Platform, SharePoint, and PEGA or equivalent.
  • Familiarity with open-source DevOps tools like Bitbucket/GIT, Jenkins, and Docker.
  • Solid understanding of cloud platforms, preferably Google Cloud and Microsoft Azure.
  • Strong communication skills for stakeholder engagement and requirement translation.

Responsibilities

  • Drive strategy to modernize platforms using new technologies.
  • Enhance user experience and improve operational efficiency through redesign and process improvements.
  • Manage engineer and QA allocations across multiple squads.
  • Set performance expectations and provide technical guidance to the team.
  • Estimate development and QA timelines for new initiatives and enhancements.
  • Design and implement effective solutions for complex business problems.
  • Oversee support for critical applications and improve service levels.
  • Build automated testing and regression suites using DevOps principles.
  • Foster a customer-focused, high-performing culture and inclusive work environment.
  • Communicate effectively with business and technology leadership to promote ideas and gain consensus.

Benefits

  • Upskilling through online courses and tuition assistance.
  • Competitive rewards program including bonuses and flexible vacation.
  • Benefits start on day one, including personal and sick days.
  • Opportunities for community engagement and belonging through various programs.
Full Job Description
Requisition ID: 275244

The Team

The Global Wealth Engineering (GWE) team is continuously modernizing and enhancing application and data platforms for Scotia Wealth Management. Our group consists of several agile teams working closely together to deliver, support, and maintain the platforms that service multiple domains such as client, advisor, and asset management experiences.

The Role

The team is seeking a Senior Manager, Engineering responsible for managing an ambitious team of engineers and QA focused on executing approved solution designs and ensuring delivery meets committed timelines, budget, scope, and quality standards. This role leads people, manages end-to-end technical delivery and applications, translating business and architectural requirements into executable plans, overseeing design and development activities, and actively managing delivery risks and dependencies amongst stakeholders across the organization. You will provide hands-on technical leadership, mentor the team, manage people allocations, and ensure alignment across architects, engineers, business stakeholders, enterprise support teams, and regulatory partners. The role requires clear communication with senior leadership and a strong focus on predictable, high-quality delivery in a complex, regulated environment.

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

  • Help drive strategy to transform current platforms using new technologies and tools available that best support the business needs.
  • Incorporate modern technologies and practices to enhance user experience, redesign process flows, improve production support efforts, reduce operational costs, and improve security, availability, and reliability of overall business systems.
  • Be responsible for managing the time and allocation of engineers and QA across multiple squads.
  • Effectively manage a team of technical professionals by setting performance expectations, monitoring performance, and providing technical guidance and coaching. This includes leading the recruitment of talent and building high-performing teams.
  • Be responsible for development and QA time estimations for new initiatives, enhancements, and other to inform project timelines and roadmaps.
  • Be responsible for the design, architecture, and successful implementation of effective and quality solutions that resolve highly complex business problems and support business needs.
  • Oversee the support of critical business applications and work to continuously improve service levels while building strong relationships with key business and technical partners.
  • Ensure delivery meets the integrity, quality, performance, and reliability requirements by building automated testing and regression suites and using DevOps principles.
  • Champion a customer-focused and high-performing culture and contribute to an inclusive work environment.
  • Manage relationships with business and technology leadership, consequently effective communication an audience at all levels and the ability to promote an idea and gain consensus is critical.


Do you have the skills that will enable you to succeed in this role? We'd love to work with you if you have:
  • 10+ years of software development experience with clear progression through the ranks, and 3+ years leading and building high-performance teams
  • Experiences in a technical role in an Agile environment
  • Proven track record in delivering large-scale multi-year projects/program
  • Ability to lead and motivate software development teams on tight deadlines
  • Ability to quickly adapt and build a deep technical knowledge of their team's deliverable and operating model
  • Ability to build and execute on a strategic roadmap by ruthlessly prioritizing value-added work
  • 5+ years of experience working with Node-JS, React, JavaScript, TypeScript, Java (e.g. Spring)
  • 3+ years of experience working with and implementing workflows on Microsoft Power Platform, SharePoint, and PEGA or equivalent
  • Have a continuous improvement mindset and be willing to lead by example
  • Familiar with open-source DevOps tools (Bitbucket/GIT, GitHub, GitHub Actions, Jenkins, Artifactory, Gradle, Docker)
  • Significant hands-on experience with multiple programming languages and SOLID principles, experience with a wide spectrum of technologies with emphasis on low latency, scalable, fault-tolerant platforms/applications with 24-7 Availability
  • Solid understanding and practical experience with cloud platforms, with Google Cloud and Microsoft Azure preferred
  • Strong communication skills - will be speaking with Stakeholders, Business Partners, Operation Teams, and Developers (translating conversations into requirements)
  • Solid understanding of wealth management concepts, and workflows. Examples include but not limited to:
    • Client Lifecycle Management (Onboarding, Servicing, etc.)
    • Master Data Management (Security, Client, Position, Transaction, etc.)
    • Client Reporting & Portal
    • Investment Performance & Benchmarking
    • Portfolio Management (Asset Allocation, Risk Management, Rebalancing, etc.)
    • Trading Lifecycle (Order Generation, Order Management, Execution, Settlements, etc.)
    • Investment Operations (Reconciliation, Trade Support, Account Servicing, etc.)


What's in it for you?
  • 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.
  • Community Engagement - no matter where you choose to work from; we offer opportunities for community engagement & belonging with our various programs.


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.

Scotiabank Careers

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.

Work You’ll Do

At Scotiabank, we’re not just filling positions; we’re cultivating leaders. Dive into a workplace where diversity training and leadership development shape the path to your future. Our commitment to professional growth is evident in our robust training programs and continuous learning opportunities that foster innovation and strategic thinking.

Explore a World of Opportunities

Whether you’re looking for a full-time position, an internship, or a leadership role, Scotiabank has a spectrum of opportunities to fit your career ambitions. Our team is composed of individuals who bring a wealth of skills and perspectives to our company, driving us forward with their creativity and strategic insights.

Innovative Work Environment

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.

Benefits and Growth

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.

Join Our Team

Ready to take the next step in your career? Explore the job opportunities at Scotiabank by searching our open positions that match your skills and interests. We are continuously hiring and looking for passionate, curious, and solution-driven team players.

Networking and Professional Development

Stay connected and advance your career through Scotiabank’s extensive networking opportunities. Participate in events that connect you with other professionals and leaders within the industry. Our career resources will help you prepare your resume, ace your interviews, and land the job that best suits your career goals.

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Learn more about Scotiabank
Size
90,619 employees
Market Cap
$57.5 billion
Industry
Finance & Insurance
5 Year Trend
+7%
NASDAQ
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* Ladders Estimates

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