Title:  Senior Development Manager

Requisition ID: 236290

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

Job Purpose

The Senior Manager, Development, is accountable for the strategy, evaluation, and implementation of technology solutions that support Digital Banking Business Initiatives as well as securing the compliance with security and bank regulations across our Core banking application tiers. This role is also responsible for managing a team of IT professionals (direct and indirect reports), coaching the team to maintain a performance stage, and grooming the team to achieve an adjourning stage. 

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

• Manages a team of IT professionals (direct and indirect reports) and is responsible for systems analysis, application software, programming and support.
• Manages the team in the areas of scheduling, technical direction, future planning and standard development practices.
• Negotiates IT project requirements (i.e. deadlines, budgets, resources, etc.).
• Manages communication with all areas of the enterprise that impacts the scope, budget, risk, and resources of the work effort being managed.
• Builds and maintains a strong working relationship with peers within the business lines.
• Participates in budgeting processes and quality improvement activities for the department.
• Accountable for managing assigned project and/or departmental budgets.
• Meets scheduled milestones to ensure project/program objectives are met in a timely manner, are in compliance with IT Technology Roadmap and has an in-depth knowledge of the principles, theories, practices and techniques for managing the activities related to planning, managing and implementing software projects and programs.
• Establish and maintain forecasting for staffing and capacity
• Collaborates with Release Management and Development teams to ensure successful planning and implementations.
• Establish and improve processes to increase efficiency of the team.
• Maintain Audit, eSox, Security and Accessibility compliance at all times.

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

• Project Management, preference PMP
• Agile Framework experience (SCRUM, Kanban)
• Web application Architecture concepts, components, models, patterns
• Knowledge of a variety of frameworks (server side, browser side, desktop, etc.)
• Knowledge of a variety of technologies and frameworks (HTML, CSS, Javascript, JQuery, Knockout, Angular, React, etc.)
• Deep knowledge of agile principles and project management methodologies
• Excellent communication skills, with ability to distill technical details into human terms and  to influence decision making across stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and mentor team members with differing opinions and levels of experience
• Project management skills to map and execute short- and long-term plans for the team
• Effective organization, planning, and time management skills

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 - No matter where you choose to work from; we offer opportunities for community engagement & belonging with our various programs.

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.