TD Bank

Software Engineer II (Mainframe)

TD Bank • $81K — $115K *
Finance & Insurance
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Undergraduate Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Information Technology.
  • 8+ years of overall software development experience.
  • 5+ years of experience specifically in Mainframe development.
  • Experience with large-scale banking or payment applications.
  • Familiarity with Agile delivery methodologies.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and support mission-critical mainframe applications for credit card and payment platforms.
  • Analyze business requirements and translate them into technical designs.
  • Ensure compliance with engineering standards, security controls, and audit requirements.
  • Participate in application modernization and automation initiatives for efficiency.
  • Conduct incident management and support production stability.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for growth and skill development.
  • Collaborative work environment with Agile teams.
  • Mentorship and knowledge-sharing culture.
  • Involvement in innovative projects and solutions.
  • Access to a broad network of business stakeholders and technology partners.
Full Job Description

Work Location:

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Hours:

37.5

Line of Business:

Technology Solutions

Pay Details:

$81,600 - $115,200 CAD

TD is committed to providing fair and equitable compensation opportunities to all colleagues. Growth opportunities and skill development are defining features of the colleague experience at TD. Our compensation policies and practices have been designed to allow colleagues to progress through the salary range over time as they progress in their role. The base pay actually offered may vary based upon the candidate's skills and experience, job-related knowledge, geographic location, and other specific business and organizational needs.

As a candidate, you are encouraged to ask compensation related questions and have an open dialogue with your recruiter who can provide you more specific details for this role.

Job Description:

Develop, enhance, maintain, and support mission-critical mainframe applications that enable TD's credit card and payment processing platforms. Partner with business and technology teams to deliver reliable, scalable, and secure solutions using COBOL, DB2, JCL, , and related mainframe technologies. Contribute to application development, production support, system integration, modernization initiatives, and continuous improvement of engineering practices.


Job Description

  • Deliver high-quality software solutions that support business objectives, customer experience, and regulatory requirements.
  • Analyze business requirements and translate them into technical designs and application enhancements.
  • Support critical card processing applications and provide timely resolution to production issues.
  • Collaborate with business analysts, product owners, architects, and downstream teams to ensure solutions meet business needs.
  • Participate in application modernization and automation initiatives to improve service reliability and operational efficiency.

  • Design, develop, test, implement, and support mainframe applications using COBOL, DB2, JCL, VSAM,  MQ, and related technologies.
  • Participate in solution design reviews, estimation, impact assessments, and technical feasibility analysis.
  • Ensure compliance with TD engineering standards, security controls, audit requirements, and operational processes.
  • Conduct code reviews and support quality gates throughout the software development lifecycle.
  • Contribute to incident management, root cause analysis, problem remediation, and production stability initiatives.
  • Support system integration activities across enterprise platforms, payment systems, vendor solutions, APIs, and digital channels.
  • Identify opportunities for automation, performance optimization, and technical debt reduction.

  • Collaborate effectively within Agile delivery teams and participate in sprint planning, backlog refinement, and retrospectives.
  • Mentor junior developers and contribute to team knowledge sharing.
  • Build strong partnerships with business stakeholders, architects, infrastructure teams, QE teams, and external vendors.
  • Support a culture of continuous learning, innovation, accountability, and engineering excellence.
  • Provide technical leadership during development, testing, implementation, and production support activities.
  • Participate in on-call support rotations and critical incident resolution as required.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Application Development
  • Develop and maintain mainframe applications using COBOL, DB2, JCL, , VSAM, MQ, and SQL.
  • Perform design, coding, unit testing, system testing support, and implementation activities.
  • Create technical specifications and maintain application documentation.
  • Analyze existing systems and implement enhancements to support changing business requirements.
  • Troubleshoot complex application issues and implement sustainable solutions.
  • Investigate production incidents and perform root cause analysis.
  • Support batch processing, online transaction processing, and application monitoring.
  • Collaborate with infrastructure and operations teams to resolve application or performance issues.
  • Participate in disaster recovery, resiliency, and business continuity activities.
Engineering Excellence
  • Follow SDLC, Agile, DevOps, and TD engineering standards.
  • Participate in peer reviews and promote coding best practices.
  • Ensure applications meet security, performance, scalability, and availability requirements.
  • Support CI/CD and source code management practices including GitHub and automated deployment processes where applicable.
BREADTH & DEPTH
  • Strong understanding of enterprise mainframe application architecture and integration patterns.
  • Advanced knowledge of software engineering principles, design methodologies, and SDLC practices.
  • Ability to independently perform complex development, troubleshooting, and implementation activities.
  • Experience working on large-scale mission-critical financial systems.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced delivery environment.
REQUIRED TECHNICAL SKILLS
Must Have
  • COBOL
  • DB2
  • JCL
  • VSAM
  • SQL
  • MQ Series
  • File processing and batch application development
  • IBM Mainframe development and support experience
  • Production support and incident management
Preferred
  • Credit Card or Banking domain experience
  • Card processing platforms
  • API and distributed system integrations
  • GitHub, DevOps and CI/CD tools
  • Mainframe modernization initiatives
  • Agile/Scrum delivery methodologies
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

  • Undergraduate Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or equivalent experience.
Experience
  • 8+ years of software development experience
  • 5+ years of Mainframe development experience
  • Experience supporting large-scale banking, payment, or financial applications.
  • Proven experience in application design, development, testing, implementation, and production support.
  • Experience working in Agile delivery environments.

Language Requirement (Quebec only):

Sans Objet

About TD Bank

TD Securities offers a range of advisory and capital market services to its clients. The company's range of services includes research, investment banking, capital markets, and global transaction banking. Research consists of commodity and equity research. Investment banking consists of mergers, acquisitions, industry expertise, and credit origination. Global transaction banking consists of trade finance, cash management, and correspondent banking. TD Securities was founded in 1855 and is based in Ontario.

TD Bank Careers

Join the vibrant team at TD Bank, one of North America's leading financial services organizations, where innovation, leadership, and growth go hand in hand. At TD Bank, we are committed to fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion, making it an ideal place for ambitious professionals to thrive. Work You’ll Do At TD Bank, your professional journey is bolstered by a robust support system. From your first interview to every career milestone, you will find opportunities for growth and leadership. Our team is dedicated to helping you develop the skills necessary for success in the ever-evolving financial sector. TD Bank offers a variety of job opportunities across multiple fields, from customer service to investment banking. Each position at TD Bank is a chance to contribute to our culture of innovation and exceptional client service. Internship Programs Kickstart your career with a TD Bank internship. Our programs provide invaluable industry exposure and hands-on experience, making them a perfect starting point for students and recent graduates eager to make their mark in the banking industry. Interns at TD Bank enjoy the unique opportunity to work alongside seasoned professionals, gaining insights that are crucial for future employment. Benefits and Growth TD Bank is deeply committed to the well-being and continuous growth of our team members. We offer competitive benefits packages that cover health, finance, and family care. Our employees enjoy comprehensive health insurance, retirement plans, and generous paid time off, among other perks. Moreover, TD Bank encourages professional development through various training programs, including leadership development and diversity training. These initiatives ensure that our team remains at the forefront of industry standards and best practices. Join Our Team Explore the numerous career paths available at TD Bank and discover how your skills and interests align with our mission. We are actively hiring and continually looking for talented individuals who are passionate about banking and customer service. Networking and Professional Development At TD Bank, we believe in the power of networking and collaboration. Our employees have access to a wide range of networking events, workshops, and seminars that promote career development and professional growth. These platforms not only enhance your professional skills but also expand your industry connections. Stay Connected Keep up to date with the latest at TD Bank Careers by subscribing to our job alert emails. Tailor your subscription to match your career preferences and get the latest news, insider tips, and job opportunities delivered straight to your inbox. Explore job opportunities at TD Bank and be part of a team that values hard work, creativity, and a diverse workplace culture. Your next great career move is just a click away. SEARCH TD BANK JOBS Join us at TD Bank and let your ambition lead you to a rewarding career filled with opportunities to learn, grow, and innovate.
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