Senior Web Developer

Scotiabank; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Diversity and inclusion programs

Accessibility and workplace accommodations

Tuition assistance

Competitive rewards program

Free tea & coffee

Job summary

Scotiabank is seeking a Senior Web Developer in Toronto, Ontario to design and build high-quality web applications. The role requires over 8 years of experience in web application development and expertise in modern frameworks like React. The candidate will work closely with product managers and backend teams to create performant solutions and mentor junior developers. This position offers a competitive rewards program, flexible vacation, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of professional experience in web application development.
• Deep hands-on experience with modern frameworks such as React, Angular, or Vue.
• Proven experience building component-based architectures and consuming RESTful and/or GraphQL APIs.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain modern, responsive web applications.
• Lead front-end technical design, including architecture and API integration.
• Collaborate with UX/UI designers for user-centered experiences.

Skills

Web application development

React

Component-based architecture

Web performance optimization

Security best practices (OWASP)

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP)

Node.js, Java, .NET

Tools

Webpack

CI/CD pipelines

Testing frameworks (Jest, Cypress, Playwright)

Job description

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

We are looking for a Senior Web Developer to design, build, and scale high quality web applications that support critical business and customer experiences. This role is hands‑on and technical, with strong expectations around system design, code quality, performance, security, and mentoring less experienced developers.

You will partner closely with product managers, designers, backend engineers, and platform teams to deliver resilient, accessible, and performant web solutions aligned with enterprise standards.

In this role, you will:

• Design, develop, test, and maintain modern, responsive web applications using contemporary front‑end frameworks and tooling.
• Translate business and product requirements into well‑architected technical solutions that scale securely and reliably.
• Lead front‑end technical design, including component architecture, state management, and API integration patterns.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well‑documented code; conduct and participate in code reviews.
• Collaborate with UX/UI designers to ensure intuitive, polished, and user‑centric experiences.
• Work closely with backend, DevOps, and cloud platform teams to support end‑to‑end delivery.
• Identify and remediate technical debt; continuously improve development standards and practices.
• Provide technical mentorship and guidance to intermediate and junior developers.
• Support production releases and contribute to incident resolution and root‑cause analysis when required.

Do you have the skills that will enable you to succeed in this role?

• 8+ years of professional experience in web application development.
• Deep hands‑on experience with modern frameworks such as React, Angular, or Vue (React preferred).
• Proven experience building component‑based architectures and consuming RESTful and/or GraphQL APIs.
• Solid understanding of web performance optimization, security best practices (OWASP), and accessibility standards.
• Experience with modern build tools and ecosystems (e.g., Webpack, Vite, npm/yarn, CI/CD pipelines).
• Strong debugging, problem‑solving, and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to explain technical concepts to non‑technical stakeholders.
• Experience working in large, enterprise or regulated environments.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or GCP).
• Exposure to backend technologies (Node.js, Java, .NET) and microservices architectures.
• Experience with testing frameworks (Jest, Cypress, Playwright).
• Knowledge of design systems and enterprise UX standards.
• Prior experience leading or owning front‑end technical strategy on major initiatives.

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 embraced through bias‑free practices and inclusive values across Scotiabank.
• Accessibility and Workplace Accommodations - 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.
• 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.
• Dynamic Ecosystem - Free tea & coffee, universal washrooms, and lots of space for team collaboration.
• Community Engagement - No matter where you choose to work from; we offer opportunities for community engagement & belonging with our various programs.

Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you require accommodation, please let our Recruitment team know.