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You will work closely with business teams and cross functional engineering leaders to develop and implement market leading solutions for the various projects within Global Banking and Markets Engineering (GBME).\nAbout the Job\nDo you thrive when faced with challenges? Like using fresh technologies to solve problems? Looking to work in various projects across the organization, collaborating with great teams and inspiring leaders? Then this is the right team for you! In this exciting role, you’ll apply your analytical skills to design, and develop applications that deliver excellence, effectiveness, and value to our business partners and customers.\nIs this role right for you? In this role you will:\nLead complex transformational solutions and integrations, end to end across various projects inGBME, producing actionable and complete specifications, writing production quality code, and production implementation(s)\nAdvocate for professional-level solutions, code quality, and modern engineering practices\nIndependently develop, test, and deploy complex custom components using vendor APIs in Java or relatable technology.\nDesign test sets (automate where possible) using vendor and in-house developed tools; enhance testing tools as needed.\nDesign, deliver and enhance new and current solutions and applications, being committed to writing the most efficient, scalable code possible, and continuously find improvements.\nContinuously partner with Architecture team on the design and integration of scalable solutions\nImprove the end user experience by finding scalable solutions and addressing complex ad hoc queries.\nProven experience and mentoring and guiding other developers.\nEffectively communicate with technical and non-technical audiences.\nCoach and train end users (as needed). \nDo you have the skills that will enable you to succeed in this role? We’d love to work with you if you have:\n8+ years of experience in enterprise application development using modern development language (eg. Java or Python or .NET/C#). \n8+ years of experience using Linux or Unix, including related scripting.\n8+ years of experience with SQL and/or other query languages and database design.\n4+ years of experience with data technologies and databases, preferably in one or more of: Postgres, MSSQL, Oracle DB, Apache NiFi, Apache Kafka, Apache ElasticSearch, comfortable working with large datasets\nExperience with front end technology (eg. React, Angular, JavaScript, etc)\nExperience with automation / scheduling technology (eg. CRON, Tidal, Airflow, etc)\nExperience with DevOps tools (eg. GIT, Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes, etc.) \nWorking knowledge of programming design patterns and best practices\nExcellent communication skills to varying audiences including executive leadership and non-technical resources.\nCurious in nature, and consistently on the look-out for process improvements\nThe candidate must be able to interact and coordinate with numerous internal teams including operations and application support groups\nStrong ability to work on several concurrent assignments involving various technologies and environments\nPreferred Qualifications (Nice to Have)\nExperience working on data transformations\nExperience in Cloud (GCP / Azure) orKubernetes(GKE) computing is a plus\nKnowledge of Capital Markets workflows and products is an asset\nExperience in application / solutions architecture\nPrevious Scotiabank experience and knowledge of internal processes is a great asset.\nWhat's in it for you?\nDiversity, Equity, Inclusion & Allyship - We strive to create an inclusive culture where every employee is empowered to reach their fullest potential, respected for who they are, and are embraced through bias-free practices and inclusive values across Scotiabank. We embrace diversity and provide opportunities for all employee to learn, grow & participate through our various Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that span across diverse gender identities, ethnicity, race, age, ability & veterans. \nAccessibility and Workplace Accommodations - We value the unique skills and experiences everyone brings to the Bank and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. Scotiabank continues to locate, remove, and prevent barriers so that we can build a diverse and inclusive environment while meeting accessibility requirements. \nUpskilling through online courses, cross-functional development opportunities, and tuition assistance. \nCompetitive Rewards program including bonus, flexible vacation, personal, sick days and benefits will start on day one.\nCommunity Engagement - no matter where you choose to work from; we offer opportunities for community engagement & belonging with our various programs such as hackathons, contests, cooking with friends, Humans of Digital and much more!\nLocation(s): Canada : Ontario : Toronto\nScotiabank 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.\nAt 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. 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