TD Bank

Sr. IT Manager Development (Java/Spring Boot and Enterprise Applications)

TD Bank$115K — $163K *
Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of software engineering experience, with at least 5 years in engineering leadership roles.
  • Proven experience with large-scale enterprise payment systems or transaction processing platforms.
  • Strong knowledge of Agile and SAFe methodologies.
  • Experience managing cross-functional engineering teams.
  • Extensive expertise in Java and Spring Boot.

Responsibilities

  • Lead multiple Agile engineering teams in designing and developing payment platforms.
  • Establish a culture of engineering excellence and continuous improvement.
  • Oversee the development of Java-based payment orchestration solutions.
  • Partner with architects to define target-state payment architectures.
  • Ensure platforms meet high-availability and operational excellence standards.

Benefits

  • Competitive base salary and variable compensation.
  • Health and well-being benefits for employees and their families.
  • Paid time off and banking benefits with discounts.
  • Career development opportunities including mentoring and online learning access.
  • Support for work-life balance and fostering a respectful workplace.
Full Job Description
Work Location:
Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Hours:
37.5

Line of Business:
Technology Solutions

Pay Details:
$115,600 - $163,200 CAD

This role is temporarily eligible for a pay premium above the posted salary range that is reassessed annually. You are encouraged to have an open dialogue with your recruiter who can provide more specific pay details for this role.

Job Description:

Department Overview

The Canadian Personal Banking (CPB) Payments Technology team is responsible for delivering and supporting technology solutions that enable secure, reliable, and innovative payment experiences for TD's Canadian Personal Banking customers. The team partners closely with business and product stakeholders to design, build, and enhance payment capabilities across domestic and international payment channels, while ensuring scalability, resiliency, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence.

Within CPB Payments Technology, the Global Transfers Technology team is responsible for the delivery and ongoing evolution of TD's international remittance platform. This capability enables customers to send money securely from Canada to recipients in more than 100 countries worldwide through TD's digital banking channels.

Job Accountabilities - What You'll Do

Engineering Leadership
  • Lead multiple Agile engineering teams responsible for the design, development, testing, deployment, and support of payment platforms.
  • Establish a culture of engineering excellence, innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.
  • Build, mentor, coach, and develop Engineering Managers, Technical Leads, and Software Engineers.
  • Drive engineering best practices including code quality, automated testing, CI/CD, observability, and operational readiness.
  • Foster a "build it, own it, support it" engineering mindset.

Payments Platform Delivery
  • Lead the delivery of Java-based payment orchestration solutions supporting domestic and international payment rails.
  • Oversee the development of payment workflows, orchestration engines, API services, shared payment services, and event-driven architectures.
  • Ensure solutions meet business objectives for transaction throughput, resiliency, latency, availability, and regulatory compliance.
  • Drive modernization initiatives leveraging microservices, APIs, cloud-native patterns, and event streaming technologies.

Architecture & Technology Strategy
  • Partner with Enterprise and Solution Architects to define target-state payment architectures.
  • Influence technical direction and engineering standards across the Payments organization.
  • Lead architectural reviews and technology decisions to ensure scalability, maintainability, and long-term sustainability.
  • Champion engineering standards for resiliency, fault tolerance, disaster recovery, and performance optimization.

Reliability & Operational Excellence
  • Ensure platforms meet high-availability requirements through resilient design patterns, circuit breakers, failover mechanisms, and proactive monitoring.
  • Drive production stability by reducing incidents, improving recoverability, and enhancing observability.
  • Establish SRE and DevOps practices focused on automation, reliability, and continuous improvement.
  • Lead incident management, root cause analysis, and corrective action plans for critical production events.

Stakeholder & Delivery Management
  • Collaborate with Product Managers, Business Leaders, Architecture, Risk, and Operations teams to define roadmaps and priorities.
  • Manage large-scale technology initiatives from concept through delivery.
  • Provide transparency on delivery commitments, risks, dependencies, and financial forecasts.
  • Align engineering execution with organizational and strategic objectives.


Where You'll Work

You'll be expected to work Primarily onsite at a TD location for meetings, team events and experiences. The hiring manager will provide more information about how this works for their team.

Job Requirements - What You Need to Succeed

Experience
  • 10+ years of software engineering experience with at least 5 years in engineering leadership roles.
  • Proven experience leading large-scale enterprise payment systems or mission-critical transaction processing platforms.
  • Strong background in Agile and SAFe delivery methodologies.
  • Experience managing multiple cross-functional engineering teams.

Technical Expertise
  • Extensive expertise in Java, Spring Boot, and enterprise application development.
  • Deep understanding of payment orchestration, transaction lifecycle management, and event-driven architectures.
  • Experience with:
    • Microservices architecture
    • REST APIs
    • Kafka or equivalent messaging platforms
    • Distributed systems
    • Relational databases (Oracle)
    • CI/CD pipelines
    • Cloud platforms (Azure)
    • Observability tools and application monitoring


Our Total Rewards Package
Our Total Rewards package reflects the investments we make in our colleagues to help them and their families achieve their financial, physical, and mental well-being goals. Total Rewards at TD includes a base salary, variable compensation, and several other key plans such as health and well-being benefits, savings and retirement programs, paid time off, banking benefits and discounts, career development, and reward and recognition programs. Learn more

Additional Information:
We're delighted that you're considering building a career with TD. Through regular development conversations, training programs, and a competitive benefits plan, we're committed to providing the support our colleagues need to thrive both at work and at home.

Colleague Development

If you're interested in a specific career path or are looking to build certain skills, we want to help you succeed. You'll have regular career, development, and performance conversations with your manager, as well as access to an online learning platform and a variety of mentoring programs to help you unlock future opportunities.

If you're passionate about helping clients and building deep, lasting relationships, TD offers diverse career paths where you can grow your expertise and make a meaningful impact.

We're committed to your success and foster a respectful workplace where diverse perspectives are valued, everyone has fair opportunities to grow, and you can unlock your full potential to achieve your career goals. Here at TD, we hire and develop the best.

Training & Onboarding
We will provide training and onboarding sessions to ensure that you've got everything you need to succeed in your new role.

Interview Process
We'll reach out to candidates of interest to schedule an interview. We do our best to communicate outcomes to all applicants by email or phone call.

Accommodation
Your accessibility is important to us. Please let us know if you'd like accommodations (including accessible meeting rooms, captioning for virtual interviews, etc.) to help us remove barriers so that you can participate throughout the interview process.

We look forward to hearing from you!

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.
Learn more about TD Bank
Size
90,000 employees
Market Cap
$117.9 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$6.9 million
5 Year Trend
+6.6%

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