Scotiabank

Software Engineer with ETL and DataStage Development

Scotiabank$90K — $120K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years in ETL design and architecture in large enterprises
  • Strong SQL and Oracle expertise (5+ years)
  • Experience with enterprise ETL tools like DataStage or SSIS
  • Familiarity with Agile and Waterfall development models
  • Proficient in Jira for tracking development and operational work
  • Experience with DevOps and CI/CD pipelines
  • Background in business analysis within technical environments

Responsibilities

  • Provide senior technical expertise in ETL process development for finance reporting
  • Develop scalable data pipelines with enterprise ETL tools and advanced SQL
  • Ensure ETL solutions meet data quality and regulatory standards
  • Apply best practices for ETL exception handling and logging
  • Ensure data traceability to support audit needs
  • Translate business finance requirements into technical ETL solutions
  • Deliver production support including incident analysis and resolution
  • Maintain documentation for runbooks and monitoring procedures

Benefits

  • Inclusive and collaborative workplace culture
  • Opportunities for learning and development from industry leaders
  • Flexibility in work design to achieve results
  • Competitive total rewards package including performance bonuses
  • Company pension and profit-sharing matching programs
  • Generous vacation policy
Full Job Description
Requisition ID: 258729

The Team

The primary role of Global Finance Technology is to work with the Bank's finance community to re-engineer finance processes to enhance effectiveness and efficiency. The unit is also responsible for developing and implementing Financial and MIS applications services to meet the changing needs of Finance and the Bank. These applications have an enterprise-wide user community, and are an integral part of Finance's performance measurement, reporting and control infrastructure.

The Role

We are seeking a Level 7 Senior ETL Developer to support enterprise reporting applications for Finance teams. This role requires deep technical expertise in ETL design and development, strong engagement across all phases of the SDLC, and the ability to perform business analysis, DevOps, and operational support activities across Agile and Waterfall delivery models.

Operating within a highly regulated environment, this role partners closely with Finance, Accounting, Regulatory Reporting, Risk, Compliance, Audit, and Technology teams to deliver accurate, controlled, and scalable reporting solutions and analytics, in alignment with bank policies, regulatory expectations, and enterprise SDLC standards.

Key Responsibilities

ETL Design & Development
  • Provide senior-level technical expertise in the design, development, testing, and deployment of ETL processes supporting finance and regulatory reporting.
  • Develop robust, scalable, and efficient data pipelines using enterprise ETL tools and advanced SQL.
  • Ensure ETL solutions meet performance, data quality, reconciliation, auditability, and resiliency requirements.
  • Apply best practices for exception handling, logging, monitoring, and restart-ability.
  • Ensure end-to-end data traceability, lineage, and reconciliation to support audit and regulatory requirements.
  • Translate accounting and finance business requirements into technical ETL and data solutions.
  • Provide production support, including incident investigation, root cause analysis, and remediation.
  • Maintain operational runbooks, job schedules, monitoring dashboards, and support procedures. Ensure solutions meet production support standards, including SLAs, monitoring, alerting, and recovery.

Business Analysis & Stakeholder Engagement
  • Perform business analysis functions, including gathering, analyzing, and documenting business and data requirements.
  • Creating functional specifications, data mappings, and source-to-target ETL documents.
  • Conducting impact analysis across upstream and downstream systems.
  • Act as a liaison between business stakeholders and technology teams to ensure shared understanding and successful delivery.
  • Collaborate closely with Finance, Risk, Compliance, Data Governance, Architecture, QA, DevOps, and Operations teams.
  • Communicate complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Support audit, risk, and regulatory inquiries by providing ETL documentation, data flows, and operational evidence.


Required Qualifications & Experience

  • +5 years of hands-on experience in ETL design and architecture within large, complex enterprise environments.
  • Strong proficiency in Oracle and SQL server (+5 years), and relational database technologies.
  • Experience with enterprise ETL tools (+5 years) (e.g., DataStage, SSIS, or equivalent).
  • Proven experience working in Agile and Waterfall delivery models.
  • Knowledge of using Jira for development, defect tracking, and operational work.
  • Experience supporting DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, and production operations.
  • Demonstrated experience performing business analysis activities in technical roles.


Nice to Have Qualifications

  • +3 years Power BI development
  • Familiarity with data governance, metadata management, and data lineage tools.
  • Exposure to cloud or hybrid data platforms.
  • Experience with scheduling tools and monitoring platforms.


The Workplace

  • We are technology partners who help the business transform how our employees around the world work
  • We have an inclusive and collaborative working environment that encourages creativity, curiosity, and celebrates success!
  • You'll get to work with and learn from diverse industry leaders, who have hailed from top technology companies around the world
  • We foster an environment of innovation and continuous learning
  • We care about our people, allowing them to design how they work to deliver amazing results
  • We offer a competitive total rewards package, including a performance bonus, company matching programs (on pension & profit sharing), and generous vacation


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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