Scotiabank

Technical Lead

Scotiabank$100K — $130K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
  • Extensive experience building enterprise-scale APIs and microservices using Java and Spring Boot.
  • Strong experience with REST/JSON, OpenAPI/Swagger, and secure API design.
  • Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (Azure or GCP) and containerization using Docker and Kubernetes.
  • Proficient understanding of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
  • Experience with SQL databases such as Azure SQL or MS SQL.

Responsibilities

  • Lead technical decision-making for scrum teams and collaborate with solutions architects.
  • Develop and enforce coding standards and testing approaches for quality assurance.
  • Guide team members through technical issues and challenges during project execution.
  • Delegate work and assignments effectively to optimize team productivity.
  • Collaborate with product owners to prioritize and plan technical items in the backlog.
  • Design and develop APIs based on cloud solutions like Microsoft Azure and Google GCP.
  • Perform complex requirement analysis generating technical specifications for software components.

Benefits

  • Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and allyship within the workplace.
  • Accessibility initiatives to create an inclusive and accessible environment.
  • Upskilling opportunities via online courses and tuition assistance programs.
  • Competitive rewards program, including flexible vacation and comprehensive health benefits starting on the first day.
  • A dynamic work environment with community engagement initiatives and collaborative spaces.
Full Job Description
Requisition ID: 254068

Global Wealth Engineering Technology Team is looking for an energetic and results-oriented Technical Lead to join our team to help build our platform for our Candian wealth customers. We're looking to fill our team with influencers, makers, creators and leaders who are flexible, curious, adventurous, versatile and responsive; and who are ready to roll up their sleeves in a collaborative and productive environment to get things done.

Hands-on expectation: You will remain deeply technical-writing code, reviewing pull requests, troubleshooting production issues, and guiding implementation-while also leading design decisions and enabling team execution.

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

  • Lead technical decision-making for the scrum teams, collaborating with solutions architects and other technical leads.
  • Develop and enforce coding standards and testing approaches.
  • Guide your team through technical issues and challenges
  • Delegate work and assignments to team members
  • Collaborate with delivery lead to plan milestones, successfully execute software delivery, and escalate issues as needed.
  • Work closely with product owners and BSAs to plan next-in-priority technical items in the backlog.
  • Design and develop API based on Cloud solutions, such as Microsoft Azure, Google GCP
  • Analyze highly complex business requirements; generate technical specifications to design or redesign complex software components and applications
  • Leverage industry best practices to design, test, implement and support a solution
  • Assure quality security and compliance requirements are met for supported area
  • Be flexible and thrive in an evolving environment
  • Working experience in performance analysis and tuning
  • Provide estimates on activities/tasks required to perform design, coding and unit testing
  • Complete technical documentation and training material
  • Provides production support for applications maintained


Do you have the skills that will enable you to succeed in this role? We'd love to work with you if you have:

Must Have Skills:
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
  • Extensive experience building enterprise-scale APIs and microservices using Java and Spring Boot.
  • Strong experience with REST/JSON, OpenAPI/Swagger, and secure API design.
  • Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (Azure or GCP) and containerization using Docker and Kubernetes.
  • Strong understanding of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
  • Experience with SQL databases such as Azure SQL or MS SQL.
  • Proven ability to lead technically while remaining hands-on.
  • Proven experience in Java back-end development with the following technologies: JDK 17+, GitHub, REST, Spring, Spring Boot, Apache CXF, Microservices, SOAP, Swagger, Apache / Tomcat, SQL
  • Experience in application monitoring software, including Dynatrace, Splunk or their equivalent tools.
  • Practical experience designing and developing microservices using modern practices/techniques including Domain-Driven Design, event driven architectures, reactive programming and distributed caching


Nice-To-Have Skills:
  • Experience with Continuous Development or Continuous Integration is a plus
  • Knowledge of distributed system design patterns like distributed configuration, service discovery, routing, service-to-service calls, circuit breakers
  • Knowledge of Apache/Confluence Kafka, Kafka topics, brokers, stream processing and event streaming platforms
  • Experience in batch process development/support using shell script in Unix/Linux
  • Front-end or API gateway experience using JavaScript and React.


What's in it for you?

  • Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Allyship - We strive to create an inclusive culture where every employee is empowered to reach their fullest potential, respected for who they are, and are embraced through bias-free practices and inclusive values across Scotiabank. We embrace diversity and provide opportunities for all employee to learn, grow & participate through our various Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that span across diverse gender identities, ethnicity, race, age, ability & veterans.
  • Accessibility and Workplace Accommodations - We value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to the Bank, and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. Scotiabank continues to locate, remove and prevent barriers so that we can build a diverse and inclusive environment while meeting accessibility requirements.
  • 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.
  • Dynamic Ecosystem - Free tea & coffee, universal washrooms, and lots of space for team collaboration.
  • Community Engagement - We offer opportunities for community engagement & belonging with our various programs such as hackathons.


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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