Lead Software Engineer

Responsibilities

• Work closely with end users and business teams to understand needs and conduct gap analysis
• Partner with Architecture on system design and integration
• Deliver and enhance new and current solutions and applications throughout the full project life cycle
• Design and implement data models, database schemas, and scalable data pipelines
• Design and automate test sets, including functional, non-functional, regression, and performance testing
• Write deployment scripts and leverage CI/CD tools to promote code
• Support solutions in production and improve end-user experience by addressing complex queries
• Effectively communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Participate in SCRUM meetings and refactor legacy code as needed

Requirements

• 4+ years of experience with Python (including PySpark and Pandas)
• 4+ years of experience designing scalable ETL pipelines and data modeling
• 4+ years of experience developing and maintaining large-scale applications with complex integrations
• 4+ years of experience with SQL (reading, writing, and running scripts)
• Experience with data technologies such as Postgres, MSSQL, Oracle, Apache Spark, Kafka, or ElasticSearch
• Experience with data platforms like Databricks or Snowflake
• Experience with cloud platforms (Azure or GCP)
• Experience with workflow orchestration tools like Airflow or Data Factory
• Hands-on experience with DevOps tools including CI/CD (Jenkins, Git)
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or relevant experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Understanding of networking protocols and security principles
• Knowledge of Capital Markets products
• Experience with Docker and Kubernetes
• Experience working with real-time, high-availability, and low-latency systems
• Experience in multi-threaded applications

Benefits

• Competitive rewards program including bonus, flexible vacation, and personal/sick days
• Comprehensive benefits starting on day one
• Upskilling opportunities through online courses and tuition assistance
• Inclusive culture with various Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)

About the Company

Scotiabank is a leading bank in the Americas. The Global Banking and Markets Engineering (GBME) team is the technology engine that powers Scotiabank’s Corporate, Investment Banking, and Capital Markets businesses, developing market-leading solutions for capital markets products and analytics platforms.