Senior ServiceNow Engineer

Kinvie; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive discretionary bonus

Market leading RRSP match program

Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits

Employee Share Purchase Plan

Generous vacation policy and personal days

Job summary

Kinvie is seeking a Senior ServiceNow Engineer to join their team in Toronto. This role focuses on designing, developing, and supporting ServiceNow applications, with mentorship responsibilities for junior staff. Ideal candidates will possess at least 4 years of ServiceNow development experience and a strong understanding of the platform.

The position offers a hybrid work model, competitive benefits, and the chance to be part of a dynamic financial technology environment.

Qualifications

• At least 4 years’ experience as a ServiceNow Developer.
• Proficiency in JavaScript, HTML, CSS, REST/SOAP web services.
• Experience with Service Mapping and CMDB/CSDM is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of ServiceNow solutions.
• Own feature delivery from requirements gathering through deployment.
• Mentor and support junior engineers and administrators.

Skills

ServiceNow Development

JavaScript

HTML

CSS

REST/SOAP Web Services

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

Service Mapping

CMDB/CSDM

Job description

Join a Challenger

Being a traditional bank just isn’t our thing, so we challenge ourselves to get creative in providing innovative banking solutions for Canadians.

How do we get there? With a talented team of inquisitive and agile challengers that break through the status quo. So, if you’re passionate about redefining the future of banking—while having fun—this could be your next big opportunity.

Our company continues to grow, and today we serve more than 800,000 customers across Canada through Equitable Bank, Canada's Challenger Bank™, and have been around for more than 50 years. Equitable Bank's wholly-owned subsidiary, Concentra Bank, supports credit unions across Canada that serve more than six million members. Together we have over $142 billion in combined assets under management and administration, with a clear mandate to drive change in Canadian banking to enrich people’s lives. Our customers have named our EQ Bank digital platform (eqbank.ca) one of the top banks in Canada on the Forbes World's Best Banks list since 2021.

Purpose of Job

The Senior ServiceNow Engineer will be a part of Equitable Bank’s ServiceNow Centre of Excellence. The primary responsibilities of this role will include designing, developing, and supporting ServiceNow applications, workflows, catalog items, integrations, and the platform in general.

The Senior ServiceNow Engineer is responsible for leading the design, development, and delivery of major ServiceNow features and modules. This role operates with some degree of autonomy, owning feature-level solutions and driving technical excellence within the team.

The Senior Engineer also mentors junior engineers and administrators and works collaboratively with all team members while enforcing best practices within the platform. The incumbent will also collaborate across teams to ensure robust, scalable, and maintainable ServiceNow solutions that align with business needs and regulatory requirements.

Your Role

• Feature Ownership & Delivery
• Lead the design, development, and implementation of complex ServiceNow features, modules, and integrations.
• Own feature delivery from requirements gathering through deployment, ensuring quality and reliability.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders, project managers, and implementation partners to translate business needs into technical solutions.
• Technical Expertise & Best Practices
• Serve as a subject matter expert in ServiceNow development, configuration, and integration.
• Enforce coding standards, design patterns, and best practices within the team.
• Conduct code reviews and provide technical guidance to peers and junior engineers.
• Mentorship & Collaboration
• Mentor and support the development of junior engineers and administrators, fostering a culture of learning and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including system administrators, business analysts, and external vendors, to deliver integrated solutions.
• Participate in requirement gathering sessions and clarify technical risks and impacts.
• Operational Excellence
• Support release management, including application rollouts and upgrades.
• Monitor and troubleshoot production issues, ensuring timely resolution and communication with business units.
• Prepare clear technical documentation for system designs, configurations, and user guides.
• Continuous Improvement
• Stay current with ServiceNow platform updates, industry trends, and emerging technologies.
• Proactively identify opportunities to improve system performance, reliability, and maintainability.
• Configuration Management
• Support initiatives involving Service Mapping and CMDB/CSDM, contributing to configuration management and service modeling efforts as needed.
• Assist with the implementation or optimization of ServiceNow modules related to IT operations and service management, leveraging knowledge of Service Mapping and CSDM principles when required.
• Assist with the configuration, management, and day-to-day operations of the platform.

Let's Talk About You

• At least 4 years’ experience as a ServiceNow Developer, with demonstrated progression in scope and impact.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience.
• Experience with Service Mapping and CMDB/CSDM is an asset; ability to contribute to related projects when required.
• Proficiency in JavaScript, HTML, CSS, REST/SOAP web services, XML, JSON, and database concepts.
• Preferred certifications: Certified Application Developer (CAD), Certified Implementation Specialist (CIS), or equivalent.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and debugging skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven ability to mentor and collaborate in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Commitment to high-quality, precise work and continuous learning.

What we offer [For full-time permanent roles]

• Competitive discretionary bonus
• Market leading RRSP match program
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits
• Employee Share Purchase Plan
• Maternity/Parental top-up while you care for your little one
• Generous vacation policy and personal days
• Virtual events to connect with your fellow colleagues
• Professional development and comprehensive Career Development program
• A fulfilling opportunity to join one of the top FinTechs and help create a new kind of banking experience

The incumbent will be working hybrid and in office time will be spent working from Equitable Bank’s additional office space located at 2200-25 Ontario Street, Toronto, ON.

Equitable Bank is deeply committed to inclusion. Our organization is stronger and our employees thrive when we honour and celebrate everyone’s diverse experiences and perspectives. In tandem with that commitment, we support and encourage our staff to grow not just in their career path, but personally as well.

We commit to providing a barrier-free recruitment process and work environment for all applicants. Please let us know of any accommodations needed so that you can bring your best self to the application process and beyond. All candidates considered for hire must successfully pass a criminal background check and credit check to qualify for hire. While we appreciate your interest in applying, an Equitable recruiter will only contact leading candidates whose skills and qualifications closely match the requirements of the position.

We can’t wait to get to know you!