Software Developer (Toronto, ON, CA, M5A 3X5)

Requisition ID: 276785
Join a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture.

We are looking for a Software Developer to join our microservices team in Scotia Digital to help build the next generation of microservices for Scotiabank. This is an exciting opportunity to work on modern, cloud‑native services that power the Mobile app and website, while growing your skills in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment.

As a Software Developer, you will contribute to all aspects of the software delivery lifecycle, working closely with senior developers, architects, and the Scrum team to design, build, test, and maintain high‑quality services. You will have opportunities to work on complex features, enhance existing systems, and participate in research and development initiatives as part of the team.

If you are a software engineer with a strong developer‑focused mindset, a keen interest in microservices and security, and enjoy learning in a fast‑moving environment — this role is for you!

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

• Contribute to development activities within the Scrum team, supporting sprint objectives and project milestones.
• Write well‑designed, testable, and efficient code using best software development practices.
• Assist in gathering and refining technical requirements and specifications.
• Collaborate with the Scrum team to plan work, deliver features successfully, and raise risks or issues when identified.
• Contribute to design and code reviews to ensure quality, consistency, and maintainability.
• Support testing activities, including unit, integration, and functional testing.
• Participate in documentation of system changes, technical designs, and operational guidelines as required.
• Assist with post‑implementation reviews to identify improvements and learning opportunities.
• Understand how the Bank’s risk appetite and risk culture apply to day‑to‑day development activities and decisions.
• Contribute positively to a high‑performance, inclusive, and collaborative team 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:

• University or College Degree in Computer Science or a related field.
• 3–5 years of experience developing enterprise or cloud‑native applications.
• Experience or working knowledge of Java‑based microservices and distributed systems.
• Exposure to technologies such as Java 8+, Spring Boot, JUnit, Maven/Gradle, Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Familiarity with version control tools such as Git, SVN, or Bitbucket.
• Understanding of Agile principles and experience working in Agile/Scrum teams.
• Basic familiarity with software security and code quality tools (e.g., BlackDuck, Fortify, SonarQube) is an asset.
• Exposure to messaging technologies such as Kafka, ActiveMQ, or Azure Service Bus, and databases (RDBMS, NoSQL, Redis) is an asset.
• Good problem‑solving skills and willingness to learn new technologies.
• Ability to work effectively with team members across varying levels of experience.
• A passion for software development and continuous improvement.

What’s in it for you?

• An inclusive and collaborative working environment that encourages creativity and curiosity.
• Modern tools and technologies to build meaningful customer experiences.
• Opportunities to learn from experienced industry leaders and grow your technical skills.
• A culture that hires you for your talent and supports long‑term career growth.
• Flexible dress code and remote‑friendly work culture.
• Access to wellness initiatives, learning opportunities, and thousands of online and in‑person courses.

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.