Senior AWS Development Lead

Bank of Montreal; Toronto; On-site; CAD 74,000 - 139,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution seeks a Senior AWS Development Lead based in Toronto. The role requires over 10 years of experience in IT, focusing on AWS solutions and leading diverse teams to ensure effective delivery of mission-critical systems. Candidates should exhibit expertise in Java, Spring, and architectural design principles, contributing to a dynamic environment focused on growth and customer satisfaction.

Benefits

Health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Accident and life insurance

Retirement savings plans

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in IT or business.
• Experience as a development lead for large-scale applications.
• Understanding of IT operational processes and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and architecture solutions including database and API design.
• Monitor and ensure service restoration of infrastructure and applications.
• Provide end-to-end technology support and troubleshooting for mission-critical systems.

Skills

Java

Spring

Oracle

Angular

JavaScript

AWS

API design

CI/CD implementation

Education

BS/BA or MBA/MS in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, Math, or Business

Job description

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Senior AWS Development Lead

Apply locations Toronto, ON, CAN time type Full time posted on Posted 6 Days Ago job requisition id R240030115

Application Deadline:

06/19/2025

Address:

100 King Street West

Job Family Group:

Technology

• Typically 10+ years of work experience in IT or business environment and/or BS/BA or MBA/MS in computer science, engineering, information systems, math or business.
• Must Have Skill Set: Java, Spring Oracle, Angular, JavaScript, AWS.
• Must have experience with designing and solution architecture including database design, API design, CI/ CD implementation.
• Must have experience as a development lead for building large scale application from ground up.
• Must have cloud experience AWS, (CDK, ECS, IAM, RDS, Full Stack Deployment).
• Ability to work and lead geographically diverse team.

Monitors, restores service, changes, supports, and handles day-to-day activities 7/24/365 required to run the mission critical systems for the company ensuring business service levels are met and environments are managed. Monitors and ensures service restoration of infrastructure, applications (online and offline), and security, while meeting service level agreements. Provides the Help/Service Desk support, as well as coordinates and facilitates Incident Management, deploys changes to the production environment, and engages 3rd party providers contracted to the Bank during an incident. Provides immediate response to production program or system problems. Participates in testing cycles to ensure the ability to deploy and operability of infrastructure and applications. Deploys, implements, provisions applications and infrastructure per deployment plans and infrastructure build guides.

• Provides technical expertise and oversight on the production floor, understanding the full process requirements (compliance, equipment, regulatory) in order to best understand and resolve production issues.
• Manages complexity across business value, technology and interaction models.
• Recommends and implements solutions based on analysis of issues and implications for the business.
• Identifies emerging issues and trends to inform decision-making.
• Conducts independent analysis and assessment to resolve strategic issues.
• Establishes deep relationships at all levels within IT and business units, to effectively collaborate in business strategy.
• Monitors and tracks performance, and addresses any issues.
• Breaks down strategic problems, and analyses data and information to provide insights and recommendations.
• Participates in both internal and external regulatory inspections.
• Works with other operations personnel to develop and implement the counter-measures necessary to improve production and equipment reliability as well as the compliance posture of the team.
• Provides end to end technology support including computer, applications, network and storage, and root-cause analysis etc.
• Drives and/or promotes new processes, systems, technology, and operations and expanded capabilities for performance, with the flexibility to align to the unique requirements of the project teams and deliverables.
• Proactively monitors system performance and identifies operational improvements, in ensuring smooth and consistent customer and business partner delivery.
• Supports deployment activities, managing implementation issues to resolution.
• Provides initial triage, investigation and ensures fast turnaround times on issue/incident resolution.
• Monitors technical infrastructure, applications and/or business transactions through automated systems and instrumentation across the environment.
• Provides inbound call assistance to end-users for application, technical, and IMACD needs leveraging the knowledge base and/or run books available.
• Collaborates and engages with the appropriate areas across the bank.
• Develops or helps to develop the knowledge assets required for the operation.
• Promotes adherence to standards and industry best practices.
• Develops an understanding of organizational interactions and complexity to engage with the appropriate matrix areas.
• Identifies opportunities to strengthen the operational capability, such as: sharing expertise to promote technical development, mentoring employees, building communities of practice and networks across technology.
• Stays abreast of industry technical and business trends through participation in professional associations, practice communities & individual learning.
• 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:

• Typically 10+ years of work experience in IT or business environment and/or BS/BA or MBA/MS in computer science, engineering, information systems, math or business.
• Must Have Skill Set: Java, Spring Oracle, Angular, JavaScript, AWS.
• Must have experience with designing and solution architecture including database design, API design, CI/ CD implementation.
• Must have experience as a development lead for building large scale application from ground up.
• Must have cloud experience AWS, (CDK, ECS, IAM, RDS, Full Stack Deployment).
• Ability to work and lead geographically diverse team.
• Understanding of Information Technology operating processes used for systems to ensure effective delivery including but not limited to IT Operations mandatory operating standards for monitoring, logging, and alerting.
• Knowledge of support and operations practice, concepts, and technology obtained through formal training and/or work experience.
• Technical and/or business functional knowledge of systems, tools, timing, and dependencies.
• 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 :

$74,800.00 - $138,600.00

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. To view more details of our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.bmo.com/global/en/Total-Rewards

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 https://jobs.bmo.com/ca/en .

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.

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