Software Engineer, Global Payments Technology

Scotiabank; Toronto; On-site; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion initiatives

Accessibility and Workplace Accommodations

Upskilling opportunities

Competitive Rewards program

Community Engagement programs

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Toronto is seeking a Software Engineer to contribute to Global Payments Technology. The candidate will develop scalable applications using technologies like ReactJS and NodeJS, ensuring robust solutions within a diverse and inclusive culture. Responsibilities include building frontend components, participating in code reviews, and optimizing deployment in cloud environments. Applicants with strong problem-solving skills and an eagerness to grow in a collaborative environment are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of ReactJS and NodeJS for frontend development.
• Strong understanding of software development best practices.
• Experience with cloud platforms such as GCP and Azure.

Responsibilities

• Build scalable and maintainable MFEs in ReactJS.
• Participate in code reviews and unit testing.
• Deploy and monitor apps in GCP and Azure environments.

Skills

ReactJS

NodeJS

Spring Boot

CI/CD

Agile methodologies

GCP

Azure

Problem-solving

Communication

Job description

Title: Software Engineer, Global Payments Technology

Requisition ID: 252633

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

Scotia Tech is the engineering and technology engine of Scotiabank. We design, build, and operate the digital platforms, applications, and infrastructure that power the Bank globally. Our teams deliver secure, scalable, and resilient solutions that make it easier for our customers and business partners to interact with us every day.

Scotia Tech focuses on delivering engineering excellence, simplifying our technology ecosystem, adopting modern tools, and strengthening cybersecurity to reduce risk and improve stability.

Purpose

Contributes to the overall success of the Global Payments Technology in Canada and globally ensuring specific individual goals, plans, initiatives are executed / delivered in support of the team’s business strategies and objectives. Ensures all activities conducted are in compliance with governing regulations, internal policies and procedures.

What You’ll Do:

• Champions a customer focused culture to deepen client relationships and leverage broader Bank relationships, systems and knowledge.
• Build scalable and maintainable MFEs in ReactJS and BFFs in NodeJS. (Frontend)
• Write clean, maintainable, and well documented with minimal guidance.
• Help document software features and perform reviews with team members.
• Participate in code reviews, unit testing, and debugging.
• Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines
• Contribute to design decisions and propose improvements
• Deploy and monitor apps and services in GCP and Azure environments
• Follow guidance from senior team members and leads
• 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.

What You’ll Bring:

• Working knowledge of ReactJS, NodeJS related stack for frontend development (Frontend)
• Working knowledge of Spring Boot related tech stack for building backend services (Backend)
• Strong understanding of software development best practices, testing, and debugging
• Good understanding of CI/CD, version control (Git), and git workflows
• Good understanding of Agile methodologies and how it applies to software development
• Experience with cloud platforms such as GCP and Azure.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Eager to learn and grow in a collaborative environment.

Working Conditions

Work in a standard office-based environment.

Interested?

If your experience is closely related but doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification, we do encourage you to apply - you might be the right candidate for this or other roles at Scotiabank!

At Scotiabank, every employee is empowered to reach their fullest potential, respected for who they are and, embraced for their differences. That’s why we work to grow and diversify talent and engage employees in a performance‑oriented culture.

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.
• 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

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.

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.