Full-Stack Software Engineer

Manulife Insurance Malaysia; Waterloo; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 141,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Full Stack Software Engineer to join a dynamic team dedicated to enhancing digital solutions. In this role, you will leverage your expertise in modern technologies to develop and maintain a web-based platform that significantly improves user experiences. You will engage in creative brainstorming sessions, collaborate with diverse teams, and contribute to innovative projects that shape the future of financial services. If you are passionate about technology and thrive in a collaborative environment, this opportunity is perfect for you to grow your career while making a meaningful impact.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Mental Health Support

Flexible Work Policies

Professional Development Opportunities

Paid Time Off

Retirement Savings Plans

Employee Assistance Programs

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Full Stack development focusing on modern tech stacks.
• Strong understanding of software architecture and scalable systems.

Responsibilities

• Design, code, unit test, and integrate new features and functionality.
• Collaborate with teams to accelerate the delivery of new features.

Skills

Full Stack Development

React

JavaScript

.NET

C#

Azure SQL DB

RESTful APIs

Asynchronous Programming

Problem Solving

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science

Equivalent Experience

Tools

Jenkins

Docker

Gitflow

Terraform

Job description

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Full-Stack Software Engineer

Apply locations Waterloo, Ontario CAN, Ontario, Toronto, 200 Bloor Street East time type Full time posted on Posted 3 Days Ago time left to apply End Date: April 11, 2025 (17 days left to apply) job requisition id JR25030919

The Individual Insurance Offer Team is a diverse and close-knit team. We are responsible for building new features and maintaining our web-based platform that generates Illustrations and Digital Dynamic Applications. Our goal is to improve the advisor and client experience to ensure that our customers continue to have the tools they need to succeed.

We are excited to add a Full Stack Software Engineer to our team who will be able to bring their unique ideas, viewpoints, and technical experience. You will have the ability to work on new features and have an active voice in our digital solutions and work within a collaborative and supportive team structure where we ‘get it done together’ and ‘own it’ on a day-to-day basis.

As a Full Stack Software Engineer, you will:

• Participate in ideation and brainstorming sessions to devise creative and innovative digital solutions.
• Design, code, unit test and integrate new features and functionality.
• Collaborate with product partners, software engineers, quality engineers and business analysts to uncover problems, test-driven development, continuous integration, and other approaches to accelerate the delivery of new features.
• Complete documentation as part of definition of done (e.g., deployment, maintenance, support, and for business needs).
• Keep up to date on the latest test software and frameworks.
• Drive software development process to quality-centric methodologies.

What we are looking for

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of professional experience in Full Stack development, with a focus on React, JavaScript, .NET, C#, Azure SQL DB tech stack.
• Knowledge of software development standard processes, design patterns, and SOLID principles.
• Strong understanding of software architecture and the ability to design scalable and efficient systems.
• Engineer and test high-quality RESTful APIs and microservices.
• Knowledge of asynchronous programming and multithreading concepts.
• Ability to analyze and debug complex issues in a distributed system.
• Version control, performance optimization and coding standard methodologies.
• Experience in Behavioral driven development and test-driven development.
• Collaborative attitude, willingness to work with team members; able to coach, participate in code reviews, share skills and methods.
• Continuously learn from both success and failure.
• Good organizational and problem-solving abilities that enable you to manage through creative abrasion.
• Good verbal and written communication; effectively articulate technical vision, possibilities, and outcomes.
• Proactive and open attitude towards learning new technologies and frameworks.
• Demonstrated passion for technology and a commitment to staying up-to-date with the latest industry trends.

Nice to haves:

• Knowledge of DevOps and CI/CD tools, such as Jenkins.
• Knowledge of containerized applications using Docker, Gitflow, Flux, Helm Charts etc.
• Basic knowledge of AKS, Terraform, Pods and Mesh network like Istio.

What can we offer you?

• A competitive salary and benefits packages.
• A growth trajectory that extends upward and outward, encouraging you to follow your passions and learn new skills.
• A focus on growing your career path with us.
• Flexible work policies and strong work-life balance.
• Professional development and leadership opportunities.

Our commitment to you

• Values-first culture: We lead with our Values every day and bring them to life together.
• Boundless opportunity: We create opportunities to learn and grow at every stage of your career.
• Continuous innovation: We invite you to help redefine the future of financial services.
• Delivering the promise of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: We foster an inclusive workplace where everyone thrives.
• Championing Corporate Citizenship: We build a business that benefits all customers and has a positive social and environmental impact.

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].

Primary Location: Waterloo, Ontario

Working Arrangement: Hybrid

Salary range is expected to be between: $75,880.00 CAD - $140,920.00 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.