Tech Lead Veeva Vault Developer

Appnovation; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Global projects

Career growth

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Appnovation in Toronto, Canada seeks a Tech Lead - Veeva Vault Developer to guide technical delivery of Vault configurations, integrations and customizations. You will translate business needs into scalable Vault designs, mentor engineers, and drive quality across releases in a distributed, Agile environment.

Join a global digital partner offering hybrid work, exposure to major life sciences projects, and opportunities to shape solutions for regulatory review workflows while collaborating with

Qualifications

• Must have senior-level experience configuring Veeva Vault (objects, workflows, lifecycles, access, DAC, security).
• Hands-on development using the Veeva Vault Java SDK.
• Working knowledge of Vault APIs, integrations, data flows, troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Lead Veeva Vault technical delivery across enhancements, releases and support.
• Translate business requirements into scalable Vault configurations and designs.
• Develop custom functionality using the Veeva Vault Java SDK and establish coding standards.
• Build, support, and troubleshoot Vault integrations via Vault APIs.
• Manage migrations, deployments, release readiness, and version control.
• Mentor developers and align with QA, stakeholders, and delivery leads.

Skills

Veeva Vault configuration

Veeva Vault Java SDK

APIs & integrations

Agile delivery leadership

Stakeholder mentoring

Problem solving

Tools

Vault API tooling

Job description

About Us

Appnovation is a global, full-service digital partner that combines Strategy, Experience & Design, Engineering and Managed Services. We build digital solutions that deliver real impact today and serve as foundations for future growth. Bold ambition. Practical action. Endless possibilities.

About Us

Appnovation is a global, full-service digital partner that combines Strategy, Experience & Design, Engineering and Managed Services. We build digital solutions that deliver real impact today and serve as foundations for future growth. Bold ambition. Practical action. Endless possibilities. Join forces with Appnovation to deliver high-impact results for one of our key strategic partners – a global leader in their field. This engagement offers a unique vista into a world-class organization with exceptional opportunities for professional growth and long-term career advancement. As a Tech Lead - Veeva Vault Developer, you will play a key role in supporting an integrated digital content management and MLR (Medical, Legal, Regulatory) review ecosystem. In this role, you will configure Vault components, develop targeted customizations, and build robust integrations that streamline content review, approval, and compliance. You will collaborate with distributed cross-functional teams across regions and time zones to drive technical delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Veeva Vault technical delivery, providing hands-on configuration, solution design, and technical direction across enhancements, releases, and support.
• Translate business requirements into scalable Vault configurations and technical solution designs, offering technical guidance, feasibility analysis, and estimation.
• Develop custom functionality using the Veeva Vault Java SDK when configuration options are insufficient, establishing coding standards and best practices.
• Build, support, and troubleshoot integrations using Vault APIs to ensure reliable and secure data flows across connected platforms.
• Manage configuration migrations, deployments, release readiness, and version control across sandbox and production environments.
• Support end-to-end testing, defect triage, release execution, and post-deployment hypercare for escalated technical issues.
• Mentor developers and collaborate closely with quality assurance, business stakeholders, and delivery leads throughout the delivery lifecycle.

What we are looking for

Must-Have

• Strong senior-level experience with Veeva Vault configuration, including objects, workflows, lifecycles, access, permissions, Dynamic Access Control (DAC), and security models.
• Hands-on experience developing custom logic and extensions using the Veeva Vault Java SDK.
• Working knowledge of Veeva Vault APIs, system integrations, data flows, and technical troubleshooting.
• Demonstrated experience with Vault configuration migration, deployment, release management, and production readiness.
• Proven experience leading technical delivery in Agile, cross-functional, and distributed team models.
• Strong problem-solving skills with experience managing technical stakeholders and mentoring team members.

Nice-to-Have

• Experience with regulated content platforms such as PromoMats, MedComms, RIM, or QMS within the pharmaceutical or life sciences sector.

Who you are

• You take ownership of technical delivery and code quality, ensuring solutions are scalable and maintainable.
• You thrive in a collaborative environment and excel when working alongside distributed colleagues across time zones.
• You communicate technical concepts clearly, adapting your message for both technical developers and non-technical stakeholders.
• You are curious and continuously seek opportunities to deepen your technical expertise in cloud platforms and integration patterns.
• You remain adaptable and resilient when navigating complex release cycles or troubleshooting technical challenges.

What Appnovation Offers

• Challenging and rewarding work with real impact
• Direct Access to Cutting-Edge Platforms
• Diverse and Inclusive Culture
• Growth opportunities for personal and professional development
• A collaborative and innovative work environment where your ideas are valued
• Exposure to exciting projects and high-profile clients
• Supportive work environment with access to company leaders
• Hybrid working model

At Appnovation, we recognize that diverse teams are the strongest teams. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is not only something that we embrace - we celebrate it! We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and we encourage applicants from all backgrounds, lived experiences and industries to apply. Come join us at Appnovation, and learn more about how we stay true to our company values as we build better lives through better digital.

Accommodations are available upon request throughout the recruitment process.