Cloud Application Developer - (AWS / Banking/ Payment Systems)

BMO; Toronto; On-site; CAD 62,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Accident and life insurance

Retirement savings plans

Job summary

BMO is seeking a cloud-focused software engineer to design, develop, and maintain scalable cloud-based applications. You will work on migration and modernization of existing apps, implement cloud-native solutions, and support cloud infrastructure across business groups within the bank.

The role emphasizes collaboration, problem-solving, and a strong emphasis on security and performance in cloud environments, with opportunities to lead small teams and contribute to CI/CD practices.

Qualifications

• Foundational proficiency: Agile methodology.
• Foundational proficiency: Creative thinking.
• Foundational proficiency: Learning Agility.
• Foundational proficiency: Emotional agility.
• Intermediate proficiency: IT automation.
• Intermediate proficiency: Databases.
• Intermediate proficiency: Configuration management.
• Intermediate proficiency: Elastic computing.
• Intermediate proficiency: SaaS.
• Intermediate proficiency: PaaS.
• Intermediate proficiency: Cloud security.
• Intermediate proficiency: Customer Centricity.
• Intermediate proficiency: Verbal & written communication skills.
• Intermediate proficiency: Collaboration & team skills.
• Intermediate proficiency: Analytical and problem solving skills.
• Intermediate proficiency: Data driven decision making.
• Advanced proficiency: Cloud computing.
• Advanced proficiency: Cloud solutions.
• Advanced proficiency: AWS Lambda, AWS DynamoDB, AWS Redshift, AWS CDK, AWS SNS/SQS, AWS EventBridge.
• Advanced proficiency: Software development.
• Advanced proficiency: Scripting languages.
• Advanced proficiency: Troubleshooting.
• Advanced proficiency: Software development lifecycle.
• Advanced proficiency: Cloud storage.
• Typically between 3-6+ years of relevant experience and post-secondary degree in related field of study or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience leading small teams.

Responsibilities

• Develops cloud-based applications and maintains cloud infrastructure.
• Translates user needs into technical specifications and collaborates with stakeholders.
• Designs, configures and implements cloud-native software solutions.
• Maintains and supports cloud-based platforms and services.
• Leads development of CI/CD pipelines and modern deployment patterns.
• Advises on cloud performance strategies and security considerations.
• Collaborates with teams to ensure data sources and services integrate securely.
• Guides and participates in software development lifecycle activities.
• Provides consultation and technical support for cloud initiatives.

Skills

Agile methodology

Creative thinking

Learning Agility

Emotional agility

It automation

Databases

Configuration management

Elastic computing

SaaS

PaaS

Cloud security

Customer Centricity

Verbal & written communication

Collaboration & team skills

Analytical and problem solving

Data driven decision making

Cloud computing

Cloud solutions

AWS Lambda

AWS DynamoDB

AWS Redshift

AWS CDK

AWS SNS/SQS

AWS EventBridge

Software development

Scripting languages

Troubleshooting

Software development lifecycle

Cloud storage

Tools

AWS Lambda

AWS DynamoDB

AWS Redshift

AWS CDK

AWS SNS/SQS

AWS EventBridge

Job description

Develops scalable and accessible business cloud applications. Focuses on the technical design, development, enhancement, testing, debugging and maintenance of Cloud applications and supports the design of business processes in the cloud. Applies expertise and in-depth understanding of managed services environments, next-generation databases and, developer tools. Migrates existing applications to the cloud, and modifies existing applications for the cloud, or builds new cloud-native applications.

• Creates and maintains various applications using different types of programming languages.
• Integrates data sources and identifies the kinds of problems that can arise due to incompatibility or security concerns.
• Designs, configures and implements the cloud-native software that solves actual business problems using cloud technology .
• Maintains applications and infrastructure for cloud-based platforms .
• Supports the creation of strategies to enhance the performance of existing cloud technologies.
• Develops workflows and processes following best practices and the cloud architecture .
• Understands specific cloud resources, services, architectures and service-level agreements in order to create scalable and extensive software products.
• Creates instructions for cloud computing operations and documentation.
• Establishes a development environment and continuous integration pipeline. Utilizes modern application patterns and code efficiency.
• Translates user needs into technical specifications by understanding, conceptualizing, and facilitating technical requirements from users.
• Focus is primarily on business/group within BMO; may have broader, enterprise-wide focus.
• Provides specialized consulting, analytical and technical support.
• Exercises judgment to identify, diagnose, and solve problems within given rules.
• Works independently and regularly handles non-routine situations.
• Broader work or accountabilities may be assigned as needed.

Qualifications

Foundational level of proficiency

• Agile methodology.
• Creative thinking.
• Learning Agility.
• Emotional agility.

Intermediate level of proficiency

• It automation.
• Databases.
• Configuration management.
• Elastic computing.
• SaaS.
• PaaS.
• Cloud security.
• Customer Centricity.
• Verbal & written communication skills.
• Collaboration & team skills.
• Analytical and problem solving skills.
• Data driven decision making.

Advanced level of proficiency

• Cloud computing.
• Cloud solutions.
• AWS Lambda, AWS DynamoDB, AWS Redshift, AWS CDK, AWS SNS/SQS, AWS EventBridge.
• Software development.
• Scripting languages.
• Troubleshooting.
• Software development lifecycle.
• Cloud storage.
• Typically between 3-6+ years of relevant experience and post-secondary degree in related field of study or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience leading small teams.

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: https://jobs.bmo.com/global/en/Total-Rewards

About Us

At BMO we are driven by a shared Purpose: Boldly Grow the Good in business and life. It calls on us to create lasting, positive change for our customers, our communities and our people. By working together, innovating and pushing boundaries, we transform lives and businesses, and power economic growth around the world.

As a member of the BMO team you are valued, respected and heard, and you have more ways to grow and make an impact. We strive to help you make an impact from day one – for yourself and our customers. We’ll support you with the tools and resources you need to reach new milestones, as you help our customers reach theirs. From in-depth training and coaching, to manager support and network-building opportunities, we’ll help you gain valuable experience, and broaden your skillset.

To find out more visit us at https://jobs.bmo.com/ca/en

BMO is committed to an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace. By learning from each other’s differences, we gain strength through our people and our perspectives. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. To request accommodation, please contact your recruiter.