Senior Technical Analyst, Investments

University Pension Plan Ontario; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pension plan organization in Toronto is seeking a Senior Technical Analyst, Investments to enhance their investment technology portfolio. The ideal candidate will adeptly create scalable solutions while collaborating with key technology partners in a hybrid work environment. They should have a strong background in cloud engineering, automation, and cybersecurity, and at least 3 years of hands-on software development experience.

Benefits

Defined benefit pension plan

Flexible hybrid work model

Work from abroad up to eight weeks/year

Comprehensive health benefits

Extended paramedical and mental health coverage

Education Assistance program

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years developing software in relevant programming languages.
• Experience in medium-to-large enterprise environments.
• Familiarity with data models and database design is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Create solutions from functional requirements.
• Work with third-party development teams.
• Integrate products via APIs.

Skills

Python

C#

SQL

JavaScript

Automation

Cybersecurity

Agile methodology

DevOps (CI/CD)

Education

Degree or diploma in Computer Science, Engineering, Finance, or Business/Commerce

Tools

Dynamo

ServiceNow

Salesforce

OutSystems

Informatica

Job description

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Our Company Background & Culture

UPP is the first pension plan of its kind in Ontario’s university sector, proudly serving over 41,000 members across five universities and fourteen sector organizations. Our purpose is to bring greater retirement peace of mind to the university sector by investing with integrity and serving members with care. As a sector-wide plan designed for growth, our doors are open to all Ontario universities.

Together, we’re a team of progressive thinkers and agile doers operating within a culture of collaboration and respect. We believe in bringing smart and capable people together to create, solve, and grow with shared values of integrity, inclusivity, ingenuity, and impact. Our culture is welcoming and rooted in equity, diversity, inclusion, and reconciliation (EDI&R). We believe diverse teams and perspectives lead to better decisions and workplace.

As a pension plan, UPP approaches investing with a long-term perspective to generate and safeguard value, considering material risks to produce risk-adjusted returns that meet our members’ pension needs.

Join us in building a bright future for our members and organization.

THE ROLE

We are seeking a Senior Technical Analyst, Investments with proven experience to help us build and support our expanding Investment technology portfolio. The ideal candidate will deliver scalable solutions supporting UPP’s investment operations and long-term goals.

Reporting to the Director, Technology Enablement, you will collaborate with key technology partners to model, drive, and operationalize solutions. You should be motivated, hands-on, committed to continuous learning, and skilled in cloud engineering, automation, system configuration, and cybersecurity. Experience in medium-to-large enterprise environments is essential.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Technical Analyst to join a high-performing team and make a significant impact.

This role is based in downtown Toronto with a hybrid work policy—remote work with approximately two days in-office per week.

Key Accountabilities

The Senior Technical Analyst, Investments will be responsible for:

• Creating solutions from functional requirements
• Working with third-party development teams and stakeholders on programming and software changes
• Integrating products via APIs
• Designing and executing automated regression tests during QA and UAT
• Performing bug and performance testing throughout the software lifecycle
• Reviewing technical designs and code feedback
• Creating documentation for reference and reporting
• Providing on-call or after-hours support for critical issues

Skills & Experience

• Degree or diploma in Computer Science, Engineering, Finance, Business/Commerce, or relevant experience
• Minimum 3 years developing software with Python, C#, SQL, JavaScript, CSS, or similar technologies
• Flexibility and adaptability to client needs and technology
• Understanding of agile methodology and DevOps (CI/CD)
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects and meet deadlines

NICE-TO-HAVE

• Experience with data models, database design, ETL, and data mining
• Familiarity with SaaS platforms like Dynamo, ServiceNow, Salesforce
• Experience with low-code platforms like OutSystems
• Knowledge of Integration Platforms like Informatica
• Certifications in Microsoft Azure or GCP are a plus
• Knowledge of OMS, EMS, or Capital Markets Investment processes is an asset

ATTRIBUTES

• Ability to adapt quickly and demonstrate proactive ownership
• Proactive, self-directed, with strong ownership
• Excellent analytical, written, and verbal communication skills
• Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Organized, results-driven, and able to identify emerging technologies
• Aligned with UPP’s leadership in Responsible Investing, ESG, and climate change

LIFE AT UPP

Do work that matters. We serve our members’ interests with sustainability at the core, ensuring a resilient future for retirement.

Stronger together. Collaboration is key at UPP, where every team member’s contribution is valued.

Grow every day. You’ll work on unique projects that enhance your skills and knowledge at any career stage.

Benefits

Prioritize wellness with our inclusive benefits, including:

• Defined benefit pension plan
• Flexible hybrid work model
• Work from abroad up to eight weeks/year
• Comprehensive health benefits
• Extended paramedical and mental health coverage
• Health and lifestyle spending accounts
• Fertility treatments, parental leave, gender affirmation coverage
• Education Assistance program

UPP welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, especially those facing barriers to employment. We are committed to a barrier-free recruitment process and accommodations.

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Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Information Technology

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