Software Developer; Java API

Requisition

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

We’re looking for a Backend API Developer to collaborate closely with a team of backend API developers, Front End developers, business system analysts, and architects to work on both new features and incremental improvements to the bank’s internal systems and provide your technical expertise toward the success of the development team.

• Work with product owners and business system analysts to refine ticket requirements in JIRA and Confluence, review pull requests, and implement documented designs.
• Collaborate closely with a team of backend API developers, front end developers, business system analysts, and architects to work on both new features and incremental improvements to the bank’s internal system and provide your technical expertise toward the success of the development team.
• Adheres to and demonstrates good coding conventions and best practices, and helps to continuously bring new & exciting ideas for enhancing the application architecture & performance.
• Stays on top of peer reviews, actively contributing suggestions and catching potential issues.
• Champions a high‑performance environment and contributes to an inclusive work environment.

• Excellent analytical abilities, problem solving skills and good communication skills required.
• 3+ years of hands‑on technical experience in software development and supporting complex large‑scale customer facing platforms.
• 2+ years experience as a Java developer with a preference for Java 8/Spring, API information technology principles, and system integration methodologies and standards.
• 2+ years of experience in building public and internal REST APIs.
• Strong experience with Transact SQL, XML modeling and XSLT, XPATH, XSD and Web services (WSDL, REST, SOAP).
• Hands‑on working experience is needed for GCP.
• Knowledge with APM tools, such as Dynatrace, Splunk, etc.
• Experience using Jira, Confluence, Jenkins, Bitbucket, Git Hub.
• Financial banking experience is asset.
• Strong trouble‑shooting skills to solve problems.
• Experience with Database connectivity (JDBC, JTDC).
• Good knowledge on transfer protocols (eg: FTP, HTTP, SFTP).

• 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 employees 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.
• 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 . 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.