Software Developer (Java/SpringBoot/Restful API)

Scotiabank; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading bank in the Americas is seeking a talented developer to join their Microservice Team in Toronto, Canada. The role involves designing and developing complex, reliable systems, requiring experience in Java, cloud technologies, and a strong focus on customer engagement. Candidates should possess excellent problem-solving and communication skills to collaborate effectively with diverse teams and enhance the performance of the bank's mobile app.

Benefits

Flexible vacation

Tuition assistance

Community engagement opportunities

Competitive rewards program

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in software development.
• Proficient in Java and cloud systems.
• Strong communication skills to interact with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop high-quality code and implement designs.
• Work with product owners to refine requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on app development.

Skills

Java

Software Development

Agile Principles

Problem Solving

Communication

Tools

Git

Jira

Confluence

Spring

Azure

Job description

Requisition ID: 231701

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

We are looking for a developer to join our Microservice Team. The ideal candidate is passionate about designing and developing complex, highly reliable and scalable enterprise systems.

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

• Champions a customer focused culture to deepen client relationships and leverage broader Bank relationships, systems and knowledge.
• Work with product owners and business system analysts to refine ticket requirements in JIRA and Confluence, review pull requests, and implement documented designs.
• Develop high-quality code by reviewing work with designer and product owners and resolving any issues quality assurance testers.
• Collaborate closely with a team of iOS, Android, Web and backend developers to work on both new features and incremental improvements to the bank’s flagship mobile app
• Adheres to and demonstrates good coding conventions and best practices, and helps to maintain the architecture of the project
• Stays on top of reviewing others’ code, actively contributing suggestions and catching potential issues
• Always works to balance user experience, performance (client and backend), and security
• Understand how the Bank’s risk appetite and risk culture should be considered in day-to-day activities and decisions.
• Actively pursues effective and efficient operations of his/her respective areas in accordance with Scotiabank’s Values, its Code of Conduct and the Global Sales Principles, while ensuring the adequacy, adherence to and effectiveness of day-to-day business controls to meet obligations with respect to operational, compliance, AML/ATF/sanctions and conduct risk.
• Champions a high performance environment and contributes to an inclusive work environment.

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 experience in software development and supporting complex large-scale customer facing platforms
• Proficient in Java to support Enterprise Applications and Services
• Work experience as a Java developer with a preference for Java 8-21/Spring, SpringBoot,web-based information technology principles, and system integration methodologies and standards.
• Experience in working with scalable containerized systems in public cloud (Azure and GKE/GCP)
• Have a proficient understanding of code versioning tools, such as Git
• Experience in building public and internal REST APIs within a Mircroservice ecosystem
• Strong experience with APM tools, such as Dynatrace, Splunk, etc.
• Comfortable using Jira, Confluence, Jenkins, Bitbucket, Launch Darkly, etc.
• Ability to quickly analyze the available data and find the root cause of the problem during production issues.
• Suggest improvements to supported applications and systems as needed
• Knowledge of a variety of frameworks (server side, browser side, desktop etc.) as well as high aptitude for diving in and picking up new things
• Ability to quickly analyze the available data and find the root cause of the problem during production issues.
• Suggest improvements to supported applications and systems as needed
• Well-rounded knowledge of Agile principles and the flexibility to adapt your experience to new and evolving environments
• Proven ability to translate ideas into technical and business realities, and to map technology to business problems.
• Understanding of software quality assurance principles
• Passion for driving teams towards high performance and a deep pride in quality craftsmanship that delights users
• A technical mindset with great attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills including ability to distil technical details into simple terms; ability to influence decision making across stakeholders
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple complex initiatives
• Natural Problem Solver

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 - No matter where you choose to work from; we offer opportunities for community engagement & belonging with our various programs.

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.