Full-Stack Software Engineer

Manulife; Halifax; Hybrid; CAD 83,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

A global financial services provider is seeking Full-stack software engineers to enhance Digital Correspondence, Paper Reduction, and Operational efficiency. The role involves developing and maintaining efficient code for both front-end and back-end systems, collaborating with product teams, and designing secure APIs. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field, a minimum of 5 years' experience in software engineering, and strong skills in languages such as C# and Java. This position offers a hybrid working arrangement with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Health and dental benefits

Retirement savings plans

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum of 5+ years of experience as a Software Engineer.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain clean, well-documented, and efficient code for both front-end and back-end.
• Collaborate with product managers and other engineers to define technical requirements.
• Design and build scalable and secure APIs.

Skills

C#

Java

Kubernetes

Front-end development principles

Back-end development principles

Collaboration skills

Debugging skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field

Tools

Git

Project tracking software (Jira)

Azure

Job description

We at John Hancock / Manulife are hiring for 2 Full-stack software engineers to support Digital Correspondence, Paper Reduction, and Operational efficiency.

Position Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain clean, well-documented, and efficient code for both the front-end (React, HTML, CSS, JavaScript) and back-end (your preferred server-side language, .NET/C#).

• Be responsible for your work and the progress of your team, ensuring alignment with project goals and timelines.

• Work with product managers and other engineers to define technical requirements.

• Collaborate with designers to curate an idea user experience.

• Design and build scalable and secure APIs.

• Implement robust and efficient databases.

• Solve and debug complex technical issues.

• Write unit and integration tests to ensure code quality.

• Pair program with other engineers on the team.

• Stay up to date on the latest development technologies and trends.

• Use leading technologies such as GitHub Copilot to increase efficiency.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience)

• Mentoring experience

• Minimum of 5+ years of experience as a Software Engineer

• Proficiency in C# and/or Java

• Experience with Kubernetes

• Strong understanding of front-end and back-end development principles

• Excellent fixing and debugging skills with a collaborative approach to timely resolution and communication on after action

• Strong communication and collaboration skills

• Ability to assess requirements and provide technical solutioning options and level of effort estimates

• Continuous learning mentality and advocate for positive change

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Azure, AKS on Azure, or other cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP)

• Experience with DevOps principles and tools, Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git), Experience with project tracking software (e.g., Jira)

• Experience with project tracking software (e.g Jira)

When you join our team

• We’ll empower you to learn and grow the career you want.

• We’ll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words.

• As part of our global team, we’ll support you in shaping the future you want to see.

About Manulife and John Hancock

Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider, helping people make their decisions easier and lives better. To learn more about us, visit https://www.manulife.com/en/about/our-story.html.

Manulife is an Equal Opportunity Employer

At Manulife/John Hancock, we embrace our diversity. We strive to attract, develop and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the customers we serve and to foster an inclusive work environment that embraces the strength of cultures and individuals. We are committed to fair recruitment, retention, advancement and compensation, and we administer all of our practices and programs without discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion or religious beliefs, creed, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, genetic characteristics, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other ground protected by applicable law.

It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Manulife/John Hancock policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact [e-mail].

Referenced Salary Location

Toronto, Ontario

Working Arrangement

Hybrid

Salary range is expected to be between

$83,400.00 CAD - $133,400.00 CAD

If you are applying for this role outside of the primary location, please contact [e-mail] for the salary range for your location. The actual salary will vary depending on local market conditions, geography and relevant job-related factors such as knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience, and education/training. Employees also have the opportunity to participate in incentive programs and earn incentive compensation tied to business and individual performance.

Manulife offers eligible employees a wide array of customizable benefits, including health, dental, mental health, vision, short- and long-term disability, life and AD&D insurance coverage, adoption/surrogacy and wellness benefits, and employee/family assistance plans. We also offer eligible employees various retirement savings plans (including pension and a global share ownership plan with employer matching contributions) and financial education and counseling resources. Our generous paid time off program in Canada includes holidays, vacation, personal, and sick days, and we offer the full range of statutory leaves of absence. If you are applying for this role in the U.S., please contact [e-mail] for more information about U.S.-specific paid time off provisions.