Senior Manager, Development (Software Engineering)

Symcor; Mississauga; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions provider in Mississauga is looking for a Senior Manager, Development to lead a team in delivering robust technology solutions. The ideal candidate should have over 10 years of software development experience, demonstrable skills in team leadership, and a strong background in project delivery. This hybrid role offers opportunities for hands-on technical leadership as well as strategic management of technology initiatives, ensuring alignment with business goals and standards.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package

Flexible benefits and time away options

Retirement and savings plans

Commitment to overall health and well-being

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive experience in software development.
• Proven experience leading development teams in enterprise-scale solutions.
• Experience with Agile and traditional delivery methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical direction and oversight across system design and deployment.
• Act as a senior escalation point for technical issues.
• Design and oversee technical architecture ensuring alignment with standards.

Skills

Cloud platforms (AWS preferred)

APIs and system integration

Microsoft, Unix, and Linux knowledge

Full software development lifecycle

Communication and leadership skills

Analytical and problem-solving abilities

Strategic thinking

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Job description

Senior Manager, Development (Software Engineering)

1 Robert Speck Pkwy, Mississauga, ON L4Z 2G5, Canada

Job Description

Posted Monday, February 9, 2026 at 5:00 AM | Expires Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 4:59 AM

About Symcor

Symcor enables secure data exchanges and supporting business processes, to help clients succeed in an evolving digital world. Trusted by Canada's largest institutions for over 25 years to support their digital transformations, Symcor aligns industry participants to solve common challenges in the most effective and efficient way. Our goal is for every employee to feel valued and accepted as part of the team and connected to Symcor and our values, fostering a sense of belonging. Symcor is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an accessible recruitment process. If you need accommodation for the interview process, just let us know! #youbelonghere

The Opportunity: 12 Month Maternity Leave Cover

As Senior Manager, Development, you will play a critical leadership role in shaping and delivering Symcor’s technology solutions. You will lead a high-performing team of software developers and work closely with business, technology, and vendor partners to deliver secure, scalable, and reliable systems that support Symcor’s strategic objectives.

This role combines hands‑on technical leadership with people leadership and delivery accountability. You will drive major technology initiatives end‑to‑end (from solution design through deployment) while ensuring quality, cost efficiency, and alignment with Symcor’s technology standards, security requirements, and long‑term roadmap.

This is a hybrid role with flexible onsite expectations, typically 1 to 2 days per week. New employees are expected to be onsite 2 to 3 times a week during their first three months to support onboarding and collaboration. #LI-Hybrid

About The Role

• Provide technical direction and oversight across system design, development, testing, deployment, and ongoing support
• Act as a senior escalation point for technical and delivery issues, including vendor performance and solution quality
• Partner with project managers and business stakeholders to scope initiatives, set timelines, estimate resources, and manage delivery risks
• Design and oversee technical architecture and infrastructure, ensuring alignment with Symcor’s enterprise standards and security requirements
• Review and approve technical specifications, architecture designs, code, and vendor deliverables
• Drive adoption of best practices, coding standards, and modern development approaches across the team
• Contribute to product roadmaps, backlog grooming, and prioritization for supported platforms and services
• Manage software licensing and technology spend, ensuring solutions are right‑sized and cost‑effective
• Provide hands‑on technical leadership, including code reviews, solution design sessions, and complex issue resolution
• Monitor team performance, coach and develop employees, and support a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement
• Support workforce planning, hiring decisions, performance management, and capability development
• Partner with senior leaders and finance to develop and manage budgets, forecasts, and multi‑year business plans

What You Need to Succeed

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field (or equivalent experience)

Experience

• 10+ years of progressive experience in software development
• Proven experience leading development teams and delivering complex, enterprise‑scale solutions
• Experience working with third‑party vendors, including contract negotiation, oversight, and deliverable review
• Demonstrated success delivering projects using Agile and traditional delivery methodologies
• Experience in regulated or large enterprise environments (financial services preferred)

Skill Requirements

• Significant experience with cloud platforms (AWS preferred; GCP and/or Azure considered an asset)
• Solid understanding of APIs, system integration, and modern application architectures
• Knowledge of operating systems including Microsoft, Unix, and Linux
• Strong understanding of the full software development lifecycle
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skillsStrong analytical and problem‑solving abilities with attention to detail
• Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands‑on technical contribution
• Adaptable, collaborative, and comfortable operating in a fast‑changing environment
• Passion for technology and continuous learning

What’s In It For You

At Symcor, we define our success by what we help others achieve. We were created to support our clients and, through our products,services,and solutions, protect and strengthen their brands. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achievingsuccessthat is mutual.

• A comprehensive Total Rewards Program that includes a competitive compensation package, flexible benefits and time away options, retirement and savings plans and a commitment to your overall health and well‑being through our myWell‑being program.
• Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities.
• Ability to make a difference and lasting impact.
• Opportunities to do challenging work and progressively take on greater accountabilities for growth.
• We foster an inclusive atmosphere of One Symcor with our philosophy of +1 Unique You®, we harness each employee’s uniqueness, different skills, backgrounds, and perspectives to contribute to mutual success. It is the diversity of our people and the inclusive environment that has been and will always be key to Symcor’s success.

Symcor is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an accessible recruitment process. Upon request, we will provide accommodation for candidates.