Software Engineer II

TD Bank Group; Belfast City District; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

TD Securities is seeking a Java Engineer to join the Compliance & Supervision Technology team in Belfast. You will design, develop, deliver and support regulatory-compliance solutions with a focus on communications surveillance for Global Markets.

The role requires building scalable, secure, and regulator-ready systems using API-first, event-driven microservices in a cloud-native environment. You will collaborate with Compliance, Risk, Data and Business stakeholders, following Agile practices to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field may be required.
• Strong hands-on Java development experience.

Responsibilities

• Deliver technology solutions across Compliance & Supervision to meet regulatory obligations.
• Build API-first, event-driven microservices and cloud-native architectures.
• Collaborate with product, architecture, infrastructure, security and vendors to deliver scalable, secure systems.
• Ensure auditability, traceability and monitoring within designs and support regulatory reviews.

Skills

Java development

Spring Boot

REST/GraphQL APIs

SQL

Kafka

Agile delivery

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Job description

Work Location :Belfast, United KingdomHours:35Line of Business:Technology SolutionsPay Details:We’re committed to providing fair and equitable compensation to all our colleagues. As a candidate, we encourage you to have an open dialogue with a member of our HR Team and ask compensation related questions, including pay details for this role.Job Description:We are seeking a Java Engineer to join Compliance & Supervision Technology in TD Securities. The role builds technology solutions that meet regulatory obligations, strengthen supervisory controls, and manage conduct and trade-related risks.The role requires you to work across Compliance & Supervision for Global Markets with a focus on Communications Surveillence. You will be responsible for the design, development, delivery, and operational support of technology solutions that enable regulatory compliance, surveillance, supervision, and control oversight functions.The role partners closely with Compliance, Risk, Data, and Business stakeholders to deliver scalable, secure, resilient, and regulator-ready solutions.Responsibilities:Technology DeliveryDeliver strategic Compliance and Supervision technology initiatives.Partner with multiple teams including product, architecture, infrastructure, security, and vendors.Build solutions to meet business objectives while adhering to enterprise architecture & security standards.Follow Agile delivery practices and continuous delivery methodologies.Architecture & Solution DesignBuild and support API first, event-driven, microservices, and cloud-native architecture.Ensure integration between vendor platforms, proprietary systems, and enterprise data services.Contribute to solution designs for scalability, resiliency, maintainability, and security.Adhere to reuse and common platform capability practices across workstreams.Regulatory & Control AlignmentEnsure technology solutions support regulatory obligations, supervisory requirements, and compliance controls.Embed auditability, traceability, entitlement controls, evidencing capabilities, and monitoring into system designs.Support internal audits, regulatory reviews, remediation programs, and control assessments.Required Skills:Strong hands-on Java development experience, JDK 17+ preferred.Rest/GraphQL APIs using Spring Boot or any similar.Strong SQL experience with any RDBMS.Working experience with messaging technologies like Kafka or similar.Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities, with keen attention to detail.Agile experience, with a focus on backlog execution, dependencies, continuous improvement, and outcomes.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.Strong team player, with the ability to work across time zones and locations.Ability to contribute to multiple priorities and work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.Nice to have:Experience with Docker and Kubernetes deployment.Experience with Search Engines like Apache Solr/OpenSearch/ElasticSearch.Experience with CI/CD, GitHub actions, Terraform or similar.Experience with tools like SonarQube, Veracode or similar.Experience with big data technologies, data analytics, and AIExperience with working on workflow engines like Camunda, Activiti, JBPM or similar.Experience operating within highly regulated financial services environments.Knowledge of financial industry trade surveillance, market abuse monitoring and/or global markets domain experience, including trading lifecycles.Education & Experience: 5+ years of technology delivery and software engineering experience.Minimum bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field.Who We AreTD Securities is one of the world's leading global financial institutions and is the fifth largest bank in North America by branches/stores. Every day, we strive to make every interaction, product, and experience remarkably human and refreshingly simple for over 27 million households and businesses in Canada, the United States and around the world. More than 95,000 TD colleagues bring their skills, talent, and creativity to foster deeper relationships, ensure disciplined execution, and build a simpler, faster banking experience. TD is deeply committed to being a leader in client experience, that is why we believe that all colleagues, no matter where they work, are client facing. Together, we are reimagining what banking can be for our clients, colleagues and communities.Our Total Rewards PackageOur Total Rewards package reflects the investment we make in our colleagues to help them, and their families achieve their well-being goals. Total Rewards at TD includes a base salary and several other key plans such as health and well-being benefits, including medical coverage, paid time off, career development, and reward and recognition programs.Additional Information:We’re delighted that you’re considering building a career with TD. Through regular development conversations, training programs, and a competitive benefits plan, we’re committed to providing the support our colleagues need to thrive both at work and at home.Colleague DevelopmentIf you’re interested in a specific career path or are looking to build certain skills, we want to help you succeed. You’ll have regular career, development, and performance conversations with your manager, as well as access to an online learning platform and a variety of mentoring programs to help you unlock future opportunities.If you’re passionate about helping clients and building deep, lasting relationships, TD offers diverse career paths where you can grow your expertise and make a meaningful impact.We're committed to your success and foster a respectful workplace where diverse perspectives are valued, everyone has fair opportunities to grow, and you can unlock your full potential to achieve your career goals. Here at TD, we hire and develop the best.Training & OnboardingWe will provide training and onboarding sessions to ensure that you’ve got everything you need to succeed in your new role.Interview ProcessWe’ll reach out to candidates of interest to schedule an interview. We do our best to communicate outcomes to all applicants by email or phone call.AccommodationIf you require an accommodation for the recruitment / interview process (including alternate formats of materials, or accessible meeting rooms or other accommodation), please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.