Lead Software Engineer (Java Technical Lead)

Scotiabank; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading bank in the Americas is seeking a Lead Software Engineer to enhance their payment settlements platform. The successful candidate will have a strong background in Java, experience with Google Cloud technologies, and substantial leadership skills. This role offers opportunities to collaborate with cross-functional teams, drive modern solutions, and mentor others. The position is hybrid and requires strong communication skills. You will contribute to a diverse, inclusive environment and enjoy competitive rewards from day one.

Benefits

Competitive Rewards program

Upskilling opportunities

Community Engagement programs

Qualifications

• 9+ years experience in IT industry, preferably in finance.
• Experience with Google Cloud technologies.
• Strong abilities in evaluating and solving complex problems.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of a payment settlements platform.
• Partner with stakeholders to gather business requirements.
• Mentor and lead the development team.

Skills

Java

Spring Framework

Kafka

SQL

Problem solving skills

Excellent communication skills

Data modeling

Software development life cycle (SDLC)

Education

Under-graduate degree in Computer Science, Business Administration, or related discipline

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Title: Lead Software Engineer (Java Technical Lead)

Requisition ID: 240767
Join a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture.

The Role

The Lead Software Engineer, (Derivative and Wire Settlements) provides technical expertise in developing a global platform for derivative and cash settlements. Operating in a senior capacity within a platform development team, the role drives delivery of cross-regional projects and system upgrades, enabling process optimization and platform modernization for GWO.

You will lead the effort to build a payment settlements platform, working closely with business and technology teams to shape the roadmap and manage the solution. You will also help reduce risks by coordinating across teams and ensuring smooth operations in your area. You will manage project delivery and solutions to address complex business challenges. Working with cross-functional teams, you will help build scalable, high-quality solutions with strong controls that meet compliance and risk requirements while delivering value to business partners and customers.

We are looking for a results-oriented, creative, highly motivated individual with a curious mindset, strong business product and leadership skills, deliver excellence passionate for challenges and want to contribute to the success of the Bank.

Is this role right for you? In this role you will:

• Partner with key stakeholders – including business users, product teams, managers, and technology groups – to gather and analyze business requirements, translating them into actionable plans and functional specifications.
• Lead efforts to modernize applications, enhancing operational efficiency, aligning with enterprise architecture standards, and maintaining software currency across the bank’s systems.
• Provide mentorship and leadership to the Development team, supporting the Director/Senior Manager with input on performance evaluations and development planning.
• Contribute to multiple concurrent projects as a team member, including support for production and lower environments during both standard and off-hours.

Do you have the skills that will enable you to succeed in this role? We'd love to work with you if you have:

• Experience in Java, Spring Framework, Kafka & SQL (preferably Oracle)
• Understanding of payments, advice and statements (FI to FI customer credits, FI Credit transfer etc.)
• 9+ years’ experience in IT industry, preferably working on the finance domain or relevant experience.
• Knowledge of system design, system development, data modeling, and software development life cycle (SDLC)
• Possesses strong problem solving and analysis skills followed by good ability to evaluate alternatives and provide recommendations and solutions to complex and multi-dimensional problems
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, to build consensus and obtain cooperation from stakeholders, as well as time management and organizational skills to effectively manage deliverables and planning of resources
• Understanding of Google Cloud technologies, Google Compute Engine, Kubernetes Engine, Terraform, Cloud SQL
• Experience with Jira, Confluence, Microsoft Excel
• Under-graduate degree in Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related discipline

What's in it for you?

• Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Allyship - We strive to create an inclusive culture where every employee is empowered to reach their fullest potential, respected for who they are, and are embraced through bias-free practices and inclusive values across Scotiabank. We embrace diversity and provide opportunities for all employee to learn, grow & participate through our various Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that span across diverse gender identities, ethnicity, race, age, ability & veterans.
• Accessibility and Workplace Accommodations - We value the unique skills and experiences everyone brings to the Bank and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. Scotiabank continues to locate, remove, and prevent barriers so that we can build a diverse and inclusive environment while meeting accessibility requirements.
• Upskilling through online courses, cross-functional development opportunities, and tuition assistance.
• Competitive Rewards program including bonus, flexible vacation, personal, sick days and benefits will start on day one.
• Community Engagement - no matter where you choose to work from; we offer opportunities for community engagement & belonging with our various programs such as hackathons, contests, cooking with friends, Humans of Digital and much more!

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Location(s): Canada : Ontario : Toronto
Scotiabank is a leading bank in the Americas. Guided by our purpose: "for every future", we help our customers, their families and their communities achieve success through a broad range of advice, products and services, including personal and commercial banking, wealth management and private banking, corporate and investment banking, and capital markets.
At Scotiabank, we value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to the Bank, and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. If you require accommodation (including, but not limited to, an accessible interview site, alternate format documents, ASL Interpreter, or Assistive Technology) during the recruitment and selection process, please let our Recruitment team know. If you require technical assistance, please click here . Candidates must apply directly online to be considered for this role. We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at Scotiabank; however, only those candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted.