Senior Software Engineer, Derivatives & Wire Settlements

Scotiabank; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading bank in the Americas is seeking a Lead Software Engineer specializing in Derivative and Wire Settlements. This role requires over 9 years of IT experience, primarily in finance, to lead the development of a payment settlements platform. Candidates must possess strong problem-solving abilities and excellent communication skills. The position offers a hybrid working model and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Diversity and Inclusion programs

Upskilling opportunities

Competitive Rewards program

Flexible vacation and personal days

Qualifications

• 9+ years’ experience in the IT industry, preferably in finance.
• Knowledge of system design, development, and software development life cycle (SDLC).
• Strong ability to evaluate alternatives and provide solutions to complex problems.

Responsibilities

• Partner with stakeholders to translate business requirements into actionable plans.
• Lead efforts to modernize applications and enhance operational efficiency.
• Provide mentorship and support to the development team.

Skills

Java

Spring Framework

Kafka

SQL

Problem Solving

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Time Management

Client Focus

Education

Under-graduate degree in Computer Science or Business Administration

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Microsoft Excel

Job description

A leading bank in the Americas is seeking a Lead Software Engineer specializing in Derivative and Wire Settlements. This role requires over 9 years of IT experience, primarily in finance, to lead the development of a payment settlements platform. Candidates must possess strong problem-solving abilities and excellent communication skills. The position offers a hybrid working model and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.