Senior Software Engineer

Aviso Wealth; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 105,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading wealth management organization in Metro Vancouver is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to lead software development and technical guidance within their team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in Java, mentoring capabilities, and a strong focus on collaboration and service excellence. This role offers a competitive compensation package and a range of benefits aimed at fostering a dynamic and inclusive culture.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package

Excellent health, dental and insurance benefits

Generous vacation time

Education assistance program

Qualifications

• 5 - 10 years of professional experience in software development.
• Extensive experience with Java is required.
• Familiarity with Azure cloud services including APIM and Dapr.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end development of software modules, ensuring adherence to coding standards.
• Mentor and coach junior and mid-level engineers.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to define and deliver scalable technical solutions.

Skills

Java

Service orientation

Collaboration

Execution

Software architecture understanding

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science

Tools

Git

Azure

CI/CD tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Aviso :

Aviso is dedicated to improving the financial well-being of Canadians. As a leading wealth management organization, we are committed to leadership, innovation, partnership, responsibility, and community. Working with talented and energetic professionals who exemplify our values every day, you will quickly notice that our people and dynamic ‘oneaviso’ culture sets us apart. If you are looking for interesting and challenging work, at a company committed to its people, find out more about what Aviso has to offer.

The Opportunity

We’re looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join our Information Technology team.

Reporting to the Manager, Software Engineering, the Senior Software Engineer leads the development of software modules and ensures adherence to engineering standards and best practices. This role provides technical guidance to software engineers, collaborating with product leaders and partners to define scalable solutions, while contributing to the design and implementation of robust software architectures. Responsibilities include conducting code reviews, integrating emerging technologies into development workflows, and supporting product deliverables. The position plays a key role in planning and technical documentation, supporting both delivery excellence and team growth.

Note : This role is for full stack engineers, with primary experience in Java.

Who you are

• Service – You put your clients’ needs first. You advocate service excellence, and work to deliver client-centric solutions, and proactively develop strategic partnerships that allow Aviso Wealth to become a trusted advisor and partner
• Execution – You are committed to achieving your goals and to succeed. This includes focusing on “getting things done”, as well as recognizing and taking advantage of opportunities as they arise. You are consistently looking for ways to improve your personal best and see value in continuous improvement. You take accountability for your actions and learn from mistakes
• Collaboration – You work collaboratively with others with the common goal of driving positive results. Making meaningful contributions to your team to achieve organizational goals is a priority. You proactively encourage collaboration, build trust and inclusion, and work to establish effective relationships both inside and outside of the organization

What your day looks like

• Lead end-to-end development of software modules, ensuring adherence to coding standards, architectural principles, and best practices
• Mentor and coach junior and mid-level engineers, fostering technical growth and promoting a culture of continuous learning
• Collaborate cross-functionally with product leaders, designers, and internal partners to define and deliver scalable technical solutions aligned with business goals
• Design and implement robust, scalable, and maintainable software architectures, leveraging modern frameworks and cloud-native technologies
• Conduct thorough code reviews, enforce quality standards, and drive continuous improvement in development processes
• Drive strategic planning initiatives, contributing to long-term technical roadmaps and architectural decisions
• Author and maintain technical documentation, including system designs, API specifications, and operational procedures to support knowledge sharing and onboarding
• Optimize system performance, troubleshoot complex issues, and implement solutions that improve reliability, scalability, and user experience
• Champion DevOps practices, including CI / CD pipelines, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and cloud deployment strategies with Azure
• Stay current with emerging technologies, evaluating and integrating relevant tools and frameworks to enhance system performance and developer productivity

Requirements

Your experience and skills :

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field
• 5 - 10 years of professional experience in software development
• Extensive Experience with Java is required
• Experience with object-oriented programming languages such as C#, or Python, and a foundational understanding of software engineering principles would be an asset
• Experience with front-end frameworks and technologies such as React, Angular, Flutter, or Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) would be an asset
• Strong grasp of software architecture and design patterns.
• Proficient with Git and branching strategies
• Hands-on experience with CI / CD tools like Azure DevOps or Jenkins
• Familiarity using Azure cloud, APIM, Dapr, CI / CD pipelines, and infrastructure as code (IaC / Bicep)
• Familiarity with Azure cloud services, including APIM and Dapr
• Solid database skills in both SQL and NoSQL
• Excellent debugging and code review capabilities
• Proven leadership and mentoring experience (preferred)
• Certification in Microsoft Azure, AWS, or related technologies (an asset)
• Fluent communication skills in English are required and bilingual skills in French are an asset

Benefits

Why Aviso?

At Aviso, you will find a dynamic and inclusive culture that rewards innovation and celebrates success.

Here are a few things that set us apart :

• Competitive compensation package that rewards and recognizes individual contributions
• Excellent health, dental and insurance benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees
• Generous vacation time, fitness benefit, parental leave top-up options
• Matching contributions to our retirement program
• Commitment to the continuous improvement of our staff through learning & development and an education assistance program
• Regular social events to foster teamwork

Your Information

By submitting your application, you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your provided personal information for the purposes of assessing your qualifications and suitability for employment with Aviso. Your information will be handled in accordance with applicable Canadian privacy laws, including the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and relevant provincial legislation. Your data may be shared with authorized personnel involved in the recruitment process and retained only as long as necessary to fulfill these purposes or as required by law.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

Aviso welcomes and encourages applications from all qualified individuals including persons with disabilities. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs in all stages of the hiring process.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

No recruiters or agencies, please.

Company Overview

Aviso is a leading wealth management and investment services provider for the Canadian financial industry, with approximately $145 billion in total assets under administration and management, and over 1,000 employees. We’re building a comprehensive, technology-enabled, client-centric wealth services ecosystem. Our clients include our partners, advisors, and investors. We’re a trusted partner for nearly all credit unions across Canada, in addition to a wide range of portfolio managers, investment dealers, insurance and trust companies, and introducing brokers. Our partners depend on Aviso for specific solutions that give them a competitive edge in a rapidly evolving, highly competitive industry. Our investment dealer and mutual fund dealer and our insurance services support thousands of investment advisors. Our asset manager, NEI Investments, specializes in investing responsibly. Our online brokerage, Qtrade Direct Investing, empowers self-directed investors, and our fully automated investing service, Qtrade Guided Portfolios, serves investors who prefer a hands-off approach. Aviso Correspondent Partners provides custodial and carrying broker services to a wide range of firms. We have offices in Toronto, Vancouver, Montreal, and Winnipeg. Aviso is backed by the collective strength of our owners: the credit union Centrals, Co-operators / CUMIS, and Desjardins. We’re proud to power businesses that empower investors.

A career with Aviso means being part of a group of talented, energetic professionals who live their values every day, and belonging to an organization dedicated to your success and career development. If you’re looking for interesting and challenging work, at a company committed to its people, apply to join our team.

Salary

This position is posted with an expected salary range of $105,000 - $113,000 CAD annually. Individual compensation packages are based on various factors unique to each candidate and the requirements of the position.