Bank of Montreal

Software Application Developer

Bank of Montreal$61K — $113K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent experience
  • 4-6 years of software development experience in enterprise environments
  • Proficiency in Java, Spring/Spring Boot, RESTful APIs, and Microservices
  • Experience with databases like Oracle, SQL Server, or PostgreSQL
  • Familiarity with messaging and integration tools such as Kafka and MQ
  • Knowledge of AI and LLM technologies like GPT and Claude
  • Strong understanding of Cloud & DevOps principles, including Kubernetes and Docker

Responsibilities

  • Design and build enterprise-scale applications for BMO’s B2B Banking and Credit Technology portfolio
  • Translate user needs into technical specifications, understanding and facilitating requirements
  • Analyze, develop, and implement new software programs, maintaining thorough documentation
  • Perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and fault rectification of software components
  • Evaluate new technologies and assess impacts on the system and processes
  • Ensure adherence to security and performance standards during code development
  • Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams throughout the software development lifecycle

Benefits

  • Health insurance coverage
  • Tuition reimbursement for professional development
  • Accident and life insurance options
  • Retirement savings plans
  • Performance-based incentives and discretionary bonuses
  • Comprehensive total compensation package that may vary based on role and location
Full Job Description

Application Deadline:

07/19/2026

Address:

100 King Street West

Job Family Group:

Technology

We are seeking Software Application Developer to design, build, and support enterprise‑scale applications within BMO’s B2B Banking and Credit Technology portfolio. The role emphasizes hands‑on development, strong engineering discipline, and collaboration across Technology and Operations.

The Developer drives the overall software development lifecycle including working across functional teams to transform requirements into features, managing development teams and processes, and conducting software testing and maintenance. Specific project areas of focus includes translating user requirements into technical specifications, writing code and managing the preparation of design specifications. Supports system design, provides advice on security requirements and debugs business systems and service applications. Applies deep knowledge of algorithms, data structures and programming languages to develop high quality technology applications and services - including tools, standards, and relevant software platforms based on business requirements.

  • Translates user needs into technical specifications by understanding, conceptualizing, and facilitating technical requirements from user.​
  • Analyzes, develops, tests, and implements new software programs, and documentation of entire software development life cycle execution.
  • Performs preventative and corrective maintenance, troubleshooting and fault rectification of system and core software components​.
  • Ensures that code/configurations adhere to the security, logging, error handling, and performance standards and non-functional requirements.​
  • Evaluates new technologies for fit with the program/system/eco-system and the associated upstream and downstream impacts on process, data, and risk.
  • Follows release management processes and standards, and applies version controls. ​
  • Assists in interpreting and documentation of client requirements.​
  • Focus is primarily on business/group within BMO; may have broader, enterprise-wide focus.
  • Exercises judgment to identify, diagnose, and solve problems within given rules.
  • Works independently on a range of complex tasks, which may include unique situations.
  • Broader work or accountabilities may be assigned as needed.
  • Take measured risks while protecting the bank by applying our Risk Management Framework in the execution of your role, in line with our Risk Culture and within our approved Risk Appetite, making sound and risk informed decisions that align to business strategy, protect assets, and adhere to applicable policy documents (Frameworks, Policies, Standards, Procedures and Supporting documents), laws and regulations.

Education & Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical field, or equivalent practical experience
  • Typically 4–6 years of progressive experience in software development roles within enterprise environments.

Qualifications:

  • Java, Spring / Spring Boot
  • RESTful APIs, Microservices architecture
  • React / Angular / basic modern JS (only if truly required)
  • Databases - Oracle / SQL Server / PostgreSQL
  • Messaging & Integration: Kafka / MQ / API integrations
  • LLMs – GPT, Claude
  • Python
  • GitHub Copilot
  • MS 365 Copilot
  • AI SDLC Experience
  • Cloud & DevOps: Kubernetes, Docker, CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, GitLab, Jenkins, etc.)
  • Platforms & Tools: Linux, Git / Bitbucket, Jira, Confluence
  • Delivers high‑quality, production‑ready code aligned to enterprise standards
  • Actively contributes to design discussions and solution architecture
  • Proactively identifies risks, technical debt, and improvement opportunities
  • Partners effectively with BAs, Ops, QA, and DevOps teams
  • Programming.
  • Applications Integration.
  • Test Driven Development.
  • System Development Lifecycle.
  • Troubleshooting.
  • System and Technology Integration.
  • Verbal & written communication skills.
  • Collaboration & team skills.
  • Analytical and problem solving skills.
  • Data driven decision making.
  • Technical proficiency gained through education and/or business experience

Salary:

$61,600.00 - $113,900.00

Pay Type:

Salaried

The above represents BMO Financial Group’s pay range and type.

Salaries will vary based on factors such as location, skills, experience, education, and qualifications for the role, and may include a commission structure. Salaries for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on number of hours regularly worked. For commission roles, the salary listed above represents BMO Financial Group’s expected target for the first year in this position.

BMO Financial Group’s total compensation package will vary based on the pay type of the position and may include performance-based incentives, discretionary bonuses, as well as other perks and rewards. BMO also offers health insurance, tuition reimbursement, accident and life insurance, and retirement savings plans. To view more details of our benefits, please visit: 

About Bank of Montreal

The Bank of Montreal is a Canadian multinational investment bank and financial services company. It provides a wide range of personal and commercial banking, wealth management, and investment banking products and services. The bank had revenues of CAD 23.6 billion in 2020.
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