Title:  Programmer Analyst Advisory

Requisition ID: 249452

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

Reporting to the Manager of Software Development, the incumbent will focus on web application development and 3rd level troubleshooting\support in a Microsoft-based development stack. In a team-based agile SCRUM environment with a focus on digital, the incumbent will work closely with the Software Developers, Product Owner, Quality Assurance Analysts, and 2nd level support teams in delivering and supporting solutions for our clients. The incumbent will be responsible for the development, implementation, maintenance and testing of various web-based applications.

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

• Member of SCRUM team collaborating to plan, design, develop, test, and maintain web-based business applications built on Microsoft technologies
• Provide third-level support to business users
• Perform software debugging using appropriate techniques and tools.
• Analyze and resolve technical and application problems
• Package code release builds and support deployment of releases
• Participate in peer-reviews of solution designs and related code
• Develop, refine, and tune integrations between applications
• Assess opportunities for application and process improvement
• Work with teammates to maintain continuous integration practices
• Adhere to high-quality development principles while delivering solutions
• Provide after-hours on-call support to support releases and key business processes on an as-needed basis

Do you have the skills that will enable you to succeed in this role? We’d love to work with you if you have

• Minimum of five (5) years of demonstrated experience developing web applications.
• University degree in Computer Science or a related discipline
• Proficient with C#, MVC, Web Services\WEB API, Angular, ASP.NET, XML in a .Net stack
• Object-oriented software design and development
• Experience in Microsoft SQL Server 2012 or higher database design and development; knowledge with SSIS and SSRS considered an  asset
• User interface design using Angular, HTML, Javascript
• Demonstrated experience writing  design documents, and technical interface specifications
• Demonstrated experience designing n-tiered web and client server applications, web services and interfaces
• Knowledge of Agile development processes
• Microsoft Visual Studio in a Team Services environment (including source control with GIT)
• Comprehensive understanding of object-oriented application development techniques and theories

• Microsoft .NET technologies
• Knowledge of service-oriented architecture and relational databases, including database theory, and a strong understanding of business data structures
• Detail oriented with strong analytical and problem solving
• An eagerness to learn new things and improve upon existing skills, abilities, and practices
• A passion for writing clear, concise, and comprehensible code
• Work proficiently both independently and in a team environment
• Strong communication skills with both internal team members and external business stakeholders
• Strong initiative to find ways to improve solutions, systems, and processes

What's in it for you?

• Diversity, 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.
• Accessibility and Workplace Accommodations - 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. Scotiabank continues to locate, remove and prevent barriers so that we can build a diverse and inclusive environment while meeting accessibility requirements.  
• Upskilling through online courses, cross-functional development opportunities, and tuition assistance. 
• Competitive Rewards program including bonus, flexible vacation, personal, sick days and benefits will start on day one.
• Dynamic Ecosystem - Free tea & coffee, universal washrooms, and lots of space for team collaboration.
• Community Engagement - We offer opportunities for community engagement & belonging with our various programs such as hackathons.

Location(s):  Canada : Ontario : Toronto || Canada : Ontario : Ottawa 

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.