Director, Software Development - Banking

Neo Financial; Calgary; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic fintech startup on a mission to transform financial services in Canada! As the Director of Software Development, you will lead and mentor talented engineering teams, drive innovation, and oversee the delivery of high-quality software projects. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of banking technology while working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. If you are a passionate leader with a strong technical background and a desire to make a meaningful impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you. Embrace the challenge and be part of a company that values growth, teamwork, and excellence!

Benefits

Equity through stock options

Career progression opportunities

Inclusive work environment

Continuous learning opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong technical background with experience in leading software teams.
• Experience with high-volume transaction systems and customer-centric approaches.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor software development teams, fostering a culture of improvement.
• Oversee the software development lifecycle with an emphasis on agile methodologies.
• Ensure high-quality software delivery with automated testing and CI/CD.

Skills

Leadership

Agile Methodologies

Software Development

Code Quality

Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD)

Mentoring

Technical Guidance

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC)

Automated Testing Tools

Job description

Director, Software Development - Banking

Come Build a Better Financial Future for all Canadians

At Neo, we’re building a more rewarding financial experience for all Canadians.

Life at a rapidly expanding tech startup is demanding, exhilarating, and not for everyone.

From world-class creative minds to brilliant engineers, it's high-performing people that make Neo a workplace with passion and purpose.

Since being founded in 2019, Neo has built incredible traction and is one of the fastest growing fintechs in Canada.

• LinkedIn’s Top Startup in Canada for 2022 and 2023
• Top-ranked mobile apps and credit cards
• Canada’s top-rated credit card
• Team of 700+ people
• 1M+ customers in 3 years

The Role

We’re looking for a highly motivated and experienced Director of Software Development to lead multiple software development teams. This role is crucial to the continued innovation and expansion of our banking platform and requires a passion for building high-quality software in a fast-paced, agile environment. You’ll have the opportunity to deliver complex software projects, build and mentor engineering teams, while driving innovation within the fintech space. Experience with high-volume transaction systems and a customer-centric approach are highly valued.

What you'll be doing

• Lead, manage, and mentor a team of software engineers and leaders, fostering a culture of ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Conduct performance reviews, provide constructive feedback, and identify opportunities for professional development, focusing on growth and high performance.
• Champion engineering best practices and drive continuous improvement, particularly in areas like code quality and testing.
• Collaborate with product management and business stakeholders to define the software development and product roadmap.
• Oversee the entire software development lifecycle (SDLC) from requirements gathering to deployment and maintenance, with an emphasis on agile methodologies.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to Neo’s engineering standards, balancing speed and quality.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to the engineering team.
• Contribute to architectural discussions and decisions, ensuring the platform's scalability, security, and reliability.
• Ensure the delivery of high-quality software, emphasizing automated testing and continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD).
• Continuously improve development processes and workflows, optimizing for efficiency and speed in a fast-paced environment.

Who we are looking for

• Leaders with strong technical backgrounds who have experience leading people and teams.
• Humble leaders who build through service, but who are not afraid to speak up, provide feedback, or hold teammates accountable.
• Builders who have experience building and growing teams through continuous recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and training.
• Achievers who aren’t happy with an average team and genuinely want to build the best software development team in Canada.
• Applicants must be willing to relocate to Calgary, AB.

Working at Neo:

Joining Neo means betting on yourself and discovering your full potential. As individuals and as a team, we continually challenge ourselves and each other to do our best work. We’re making change happen at a rapid pace — providing endless opportunities to sharpen your skills, expand your knowledge, and find new solutions to complex problems. That means rapid career progression and constant learning opportunities.

The people who thrive at Neo are resourceful, relentless, and want to win. We hold ourselves to high standards, because we’re on a mission that matters — to transform financial services for the better. If that’s what you’re looking for, read on.

We trust, respect, and show up for each other. That means truthful conversations, frequent feedback, and working with people who push you to be your best. We’re evolving quickly as an organization, we work together in person, and the pace of progress isn’t for everyone. That’s why we’re looking for change-makers who love a challenge — who would rather blaze a trail through uncertainty than travel a well-paved road.

Our team members earn meaningful equity in the company through stock options — so Neo’s growth benefits everyone who helps make it happen. That also means taking on more responsibility than you may have had at your last job. We don’t get hung up on job titles or hierarchy — we’re focused on doing what it takes to accomplish our mission.

Apply with us:

We believe in equal opportunity and are committed to creating an inclusive climate where everyone can thrive. Customers trust us with their finances, so successful candidates for this position will be required to undergo a security screening, including a criminal records check and a credit check.