Software Engineer(Mainframe)

Scotiabank; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Canada is seeking a Mainframe COBOL Developer to lead development projects and support application solutions focused on regulatory and compliance platforms. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with various teams, guiding junior developers while taking accountability for project outcomes. This role offers competitive rewards, including flexible vacation and benefits starting from day one.

Benefits

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Allyship

Accessibility and Workplace Accommodations

Upskilling opportunities

Competitive Rewards program

Community Engagement programs

Qualifications

• Experience in development projects related to COBOL.
• Ability to work collaboratively with multiple teams.
• Willingness to participate in 24x7 pager rotation.

Responsibilities

• Lead development projects for the Canadian business line.
• Implement new systems and enhancements.
• Provide production support as needed.

Skills

Proactive attitude

Self-starter

Continuous improvement

Mentorship

System implementation

Application support

Risk management

Inclusive environment

Job description

Location: Canada - Ontario - Toronto

Join our team

Scotiabank's Canadian Banking Technology supports the full spectrum of technology needs for the bank's Canadian operations, covering various banking products and services. The team works with both traditional and emerging technologies to deliver innovative solutions for business applications and platforms and supports the Day to Day Savings products in Canada.

Role Overview

The Mainframe COBOL Developer, reporting to the Senior Manager Development, will lead various development projects and support application solutions for the Canadian business line, collaborating with multiple teams to deliver requirements for regulatory and compliance platforms.

What you’ll do (Responsibilities)

• Proactive attitude: Taking accountability for results.
• Self‑starter: Desire to learn and contribute.
• Continuous improvement: Embracing change.
• Mentorship: Guiding junior developers on best practices.
• System implementation: Implementing new systems or enhancements and providing production support.
• Application support: Participating in 24x7 pager rotation.
• Risk management: Considering the Bank's risk appetite and culture.
• Inclusive environment: Contributing to a high‑performance work environment.

What we’re looking for (Qualifications)

• Proactive attitude: Taking accountability for results.
• Self‑starter: Desire to learn and contribute.
• Continuous improvement: Embracing change.
• Mentorship: Guiding junior developers on best practices.
• System implementation: Implementing new systems or enhancements and providing production support.
• Application support: Participating in 24x7 pager rotation.
• Risk management: Considering the Bank's risk appetite and culture.
• Inclusive environment: Contributing to a high‑performance work environment.

Benefits and Opportunities

• Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Allyship – fostering an inclusive culture.
• Accessibility and Workplace Accommodations – removing barriers and meeting requirements.
• Upskilling through online courses, cross‑functional development opportunities, and tuition assistance.
• Competitive Rewards program including bonus, flexible vacation, personal/sick days, and benefits starting day one.
• Community Engagement – programs to support belonging.

Additional Information

Scotiabank is a leading bank in the Americas, guided by the purpose: "for every future". If you require accommodation during recruitment, please let our Recruitment team know. Candidates must apply directly online to be considered for this role.