Software Developer(Java)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Diversity and inclusion programs

Tuition assistance

Flexible vacation

Community engagement opportunities

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Toronto is looking for an experienced Java Developer with 5+ years in the banking sector. The candidate will manage incident resolution and support application operations. Strong communication skills and experience in complex environments are required. The position offers a competitive rewards program and a commitment to inclusion and accessibility.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in Java development in financial services.
• Experience working in hybrid cloud and on-premise systems.
• Strong understanding of IT operational processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage incident resolution and problem management.
• Support application health checks and day-to-day operations.
• Assist in change management and deployment planning.

Skills

Java development

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Troubleshooting in production environments

Tools

Git

Jenkins

JIRA

ServiceNow

Job description

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Requisition ID: 242609

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

Join a purpose-driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture. As part of the Global Wealth Management (GWM) team, we support a dynamic and highly regulated portfolio of business applications that are critical to the delivery of world-class financial services.

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

• Approximately 5 years of hands‑on experience in Java development within the banking or financial services domain
• Proven experience in system migration and application integration projects
• Strong technical background in Linux, WebSphere, and Oracle environments
• Ability to troubleshoot complex issues with network, firewall, optimize performance, and work collaboratively within cross‑functional teams
• Manage and coordinate incident resolution and problem management, ensuring root cause analysis and long‑term fixes are implemented
• Support application health checks and day‑to‑day operations
• Assist in change management, deployment planning, and coordination with business and technology stakeholders
• Contribute to disaster recovery planning, server patching, and certificate renewal processes
• Provide input on process improvement, automation opportunities, and standardization of development practices

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

• 5+ years of hands‑on Java development experience, including backend systems, APIs, or enterprise‑level applications
• 5+ years of experience in a financial institution
• Strong problem‑solving and troubleshooting skills in production environments
• Strong communication skills, verbal and written
• Solid understanding of IT operational processes, including monitoring, incident management, and root cause analysis
• Experience working in complex environments with hybrid cloud and on‑premise systems
• Familiarity with tools such as Git, Jenkins, JIRA, ServiceNow, or similar platforms
• Nice-to-Have:
• Exposure to Wealth Management business applications or financial services systems
• Experience with cloud technologies (Azure or AWS)
• Understanding of regulatory compliance in financial systems

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. We embrace diversity and provide opportunities for all employee to learn, grow & participate through our various Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that span across diverse gender identities, ethnicity, race, age, ability & veterans.
• 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. Scotiabank continues to locate, remove and prevent barriers so that we can build a diverse and inclusive environment while meeting accessibility requirements.
• 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 - We offer opportunities for community engagement & belonging with our various programs such as hackathons.

Location(s): Canada : Ontario : Toronto

Scotiabank is a leading bank in the Americas. Guided by our purpose: "for every future", we help our customers, their families and their communities achieve success through a broad range of advice, products and services, including personal and commercial banking, wealth management and private banking, corporate and investment banking, and capital markets.

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. If you require technical assistance, please click here. Candidates must apply directly online to be considered for this role. We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at Scotiabank; however, only those candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted.