Developer Lead (Java & Angular)

BMO Financial Group; Toronto; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 142,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Toronto seeks a Full-Stack Developer with expertise in Angular, Java, and Python/Django. The role involves managing the complete software development process and requires over 10 years of relevant experience. Candidates must possess excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to lead a small team. This position offers a competitive salary ranging from $75,900 to $141,900, along with comprehensive benefits including health insurance and retirement plans.

Benefits

Health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Accident and life insurance

Retirement savings plans

Qualifications

• Simplifies overall solutions being designed.
• Leads a small team of developers.
• Works in both Waterfall and Agile environments.
• Deep knowledge of software development practices and technology.

Responsibilities

• Builds dynamic, visually-attractive software products.
• Manages the complete software development process.
• Maintains and upgrades software after deployment.
• Oversees automated testing and provides insights.
• Acts independently and handles non-routine situations.

Skills

Angular

Java

Python/Django

Oracle

Postgres Databases

HTML

jQuery

JSON

XML

Education

10+ years of relevant experience or equivalent education

Job description

Application Deadline: 10/30/2025

Address: 100 King Street West

Job Family Group: Technology

Applies development expertise to front and back-end systems coding combined with project management experience with systems administration skills. Designs the strategy for continuous enhancement, performance optimization, stability, and scalability. Designs, develops, and maintains fully-fledged and functioning platforms with databases or servers. Designs the user experience, user interaction, responsive design, and complete architecture. Works with databases, servers, APIs, version control systems, and third-party apps. Ensures cross-platform compatibility and fixes issues during test and production phases.

Responsibilities

• Builds dynamic, visually-attractive, and innovative software product/apps including front-end and back-end components.
• Manages the complete software development process from conception to deployment.
• Maintains and upgrades the software following deployment.
• Manages the end-to-end life cycle for the production of software and applications.
• Oversees and guides the analysis, writing, building, and deployment of software.
• Oversees automated testing and provides insights on results.
• Modifies and tests changes to previously developed programs.
• 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:

In-Depth level of proficiency

• Typically, between 10+ years of relevant experience and/or certification in related field of study or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Ability to simplify overall solutions being designed and developed
• Have performed a lead function for a small team of developers
• Technical skills must include high level of comfort working with the following technologies:
• Angular
• Java
• Python/Django
• Oracle and Postgres Databases
• HTML, jQuery
• JSON and XML data notations
• Worked in a structured environment, practicing both the Waterfall and Agile development model.
• Advanced level of knowledge in domain. Knowledge of software development practices, concepts, and technology obtained through formal training and/or work experience.
• Knowledge of required programming languages and can code with little oversight.
• Knowledge of technical/business environment and processes. Understand functional aspects and technical behavior of the underlying operating system, development environment, and deployment practices.
• Have facility with and understanding of the ecosystem that code operates in.
• Deep knowledge and technical proficiency gained through extensive education and business experience.
• Verbal & written communication skills - In-depth.
• Collaboration & team skills - In-depth.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills - In-depth.
• Influence skills - In-depth.
• Data driven decision making - In-depth

Salary:

$75,900.00 - $141,900.00

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. For more details of our benefits, please visit the employer site.

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 the employer site.

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.

Note to Recruiters: BMO does not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to BMO, directly or indirectly, will be considered BMO property. BMO will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. A recruiting agency must first have a valid, written and fully executed agency agreement contract for service to submit resumes.