Senior Technical Analyst (Capital Markets)

Scotiabank; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Toronto is seeking a Senior Technical Analyst to bridge the gap between business and technology teams. The role involves developing comprehensive documentation, ensuring project alignment, and supporting production issues. The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of experience in capital markets, possesses strong technical skills, and is proficient in tools like SQL Server and Unix. This position offers a flexible work environment and competitive rewards.

Benefits

Diversity and Inclusion initiatives

Remote-friendly work environment

Upskilling opportunities

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience and product business knowledge in capital markets.
• Minimum 3 years’ knowledge of databases such as SQL Server, with ability to create and run queries.
• Proficient with Unix Tools, shell scripting, SQL queries.

Responsibilities

• Liaise between business and technology teams to deliver solutions.
• Develop Business Requirements and Design Documents.
• Support production issues and handle escalations.

Skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Technical problem-solving

Analytical skills

Excellent communication

Education

Undergraduate degree in business administration or computer science

Tools

SQL Server

Unix Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Title: Senior Technical Analyst (Capital Markets)

Join a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture.

Global Banking and Markets Engineering (GBME) is the fast-moving, award-winning technology engine that powers Scotiabank’s Corporate, Investment Banking, and Capital Markets businesses.

The Role

GBME is searching for Technical Specialist Advisory to liaison between business stakeholders and internal engineering and architect teams, ensuring solutions are developed and delivered on time, efficiently and with high quality for various projects within GBME.

The successful candidate will have a results-oriented and curious mindset with strong technical skills. You will work closely with cross functional teams, including engineers, solutions architects, and business teams to develop and implement market leading solutions that are scalable and deliver excellence, and value to our business partners and customers.

Is this role right for you? In this role you will:

• Demonstrate an informed knowledge of business functions to resolve problems and capitalize on improvement opportunities.
• Ensure business specifications/requirements documentation is accurately prepared and comprehensive to support sizing/development efforts and as input to various project documentation.
• Develop and deliver Business Requirements Documents, Design Documents, Use Cases, and Process Models as required.
• Participate in the development of detailed project plans, the monitoring of progress against planned objectives, the financial review, and securing consensus and co-operation from users and senior management.
• Work closely across GBME technology teams during all stages of the system development life cycle and bridge the gap between business and technology sides of the solution.
• Liaising between the business community and the IT organization to provide technical solutions that meet user needs.
• Build relationships and communicate effectively with colleagues in Global regions.
• Support production issues and handle escalations during Release cycles as needed.
• Perform ad hoc work as needed.

Do you have the skills that will enable you to succeed in this role? We’d love to work with you if you have:

• Experience working across multiple teams and functions to ensure alignment.
• 3+ years practical experience and product business knowledge in capital markets.
• Minimum 3 years’ working knowledge of databases such as SQL Server, with ability to create and run queries independently.
• Experience working with all phases of SDLC (Software Development Life Cycle).
• Proficient with Unix Tools, shell scripting (Bash, Perl, Python, etc.), SQL queries, PL/SQL, and SQL Loader - or equivalent.
• Ability to adapt quickly to new processes and standards, with a strong commitment to providing exceptional customer service.
• Proven ability to translate business requirements into technical specifications and deliver working results.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• A recognized undergraduate degree or diploma in business administration, computer science or related field required.
• Excellent working experience of Microsoft suite of products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project).
• Experience in capturing business requirements for building a Derivate Products Trading Application covering Trade Capture, Integration with Pricing Models.
• Familiar with Trade Life Cycle for derivative products events such as Amend, Unwind, Rate Reset or Fixing Process and Realized Cashflows.
• Advanced Knowledge of derivative financial instruments such as Interest Rate Swap, Equity Total Swaps, Equity Options, Equities and Bonds.
• Strong knowledge in market data used to price derivative instruments.
• Familiar with end-to-end trade workflows among the Front, Middle and Back Offices systems.
• Knowledge of structured products such as Auto Callable Note is an asset.

Preferred Qualifications

• An understanding of the Bank’s application system and software from a business/technical viewpoint is required to assess the impact of development and/or changes to the overall data processing environment.
• Experience managing projects that span change in front, middle or back-office systems and teams.
• Experience with but not limited to PL/SQL, SQL Loader, UNIX Tools, shell scripting (Bash, Perl, Python), JAVA, XML, HTML, is an asset.

What's in it for you?

• Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Allyship - We strive to create an inclusive culture where every employee is empowered to reach their fullest potential, respected for who they are, and are embraced through bias-free practices and inclusive values across Scotiabank.
• Accessibility and Workplace Accommodations - We value the unique skills and experiences everyone brings to the Bank and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone.
• Remote-friendly work environment will provide you with the flexibility to perform at your best.
• Upskilling through online courses, cross-functional development opportunities, and tuition assistance.
• Competitive Rewards program including bonus, flexible vacation, personal, sick days and benefits will start on day one.
• Community Engagement - no matter where you choose to work from; we offer opportunities for community engagement & belonging with our various programs.

At Scotiabank, we value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to the Bank, and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. If you require accommodation (including, but not limited to, an accessible interview site, alternate format documents, ASL Interpreter, or Assistive Technology) during the recruitment and selection process, please let our Recruitment team know.