Software Engineer III - Full Stack Tech Lead

Work Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Hours: 37.5. Line of Business: Technology Solutions. Pay Details: $125,500 - $154,000 CAD. The pay details posted reflect a temporary market premium specific to this role that is reassessed annually. TD is committed to providing fair and equitable compensation opportunities to all colleagues. Growth opportunities and skill development are defining features of the colleague experience at TD. Our compensation policies and practices have been designed to allow colleagues to progress through the salary range over time as they progress in their role. The base pay actually offered may vary based upon the candidate's skills and experience, job-related knowledge, geographic location, and other specific business and organization needs. As a candidate, you are encouraged to ask compensation related questions and have an open dialogue with your recruiter who can provide you more specific details for this role.

Job Description

As a Software Engineer III Tech Lead, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining high-performance applications using Java and the Spring Boot framework. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative software solutions that meet our clients' needs. This role focuses on building a credit adjudication application within a credit platform, involving full-stack development for a SaaS solution.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and maintain full stack applications using Java and Spring Boot.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and implement new features.
• Ensure the performance, quality, and responsiveness of applications.
• Identify and correct bottlenecks and fix bugs.
• Document development processes, coding standards, and project requirements.
• Participate in code reviews to ensure adherence to best practices and coding standards.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends.

Leadership

• Establishing project specifications and technical direction.
• Overseeing software quality and system modifications.
• Guiding team members with troubleshooting technical issues.
• Conducting comprehensive assessments to develop solutions.
• Lead the software development team in creating and maintaining software applications and systems.
• Analyze client requirements and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Ensure the successful execution of software projects, meeting client expectations and driving innovation in software development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• More than 7 years of proven experience as a Java Developer, with strong expertise in Spring Boot.
• Strong understanding of object-oriented programming principles and design patterns.
• Experience with databases such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, or MongoDB.
• Knowledge of front-end technologies like HTML, CSS, and JavaScript is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.

Mandatory Skills

• Java and Spring Boot - 7+ years in Java and Spring Boot for developing RESTful APIs and microservices.
• Node JS, Angular, Hibernate, RESTful APIs.
• SQL - SQL experience for writing queries, stored procedures, and performance tuning in relational databases (Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL).
• Maven/Gradle, Jenkins, Git/Bitbucket - Understanding of CI/CD tools and processes.
• Knowledge of API integration and coding best practices, including secure data exchange and error handling.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (Azure or AWS) for deployment and integration.
• Ability to lead technical discussions, mentor developers, and provide constructive feedback.

Nice to Have

• Knowledge of FICO Development platform - FAWB, PLOR, Data Pipelines, JAWS.
• Knowledge of system design.

Where You'll Work

You’ll be expected to work primarily on‑site at a TD location for meetings, team events and experiences. The hiring manager will provide more information about how this works for their team.

Hours

Flexibility required for deployment schedule.

Who We Are

TD is one of the world's leading global financial institutions and is the fifth largest bank in North America by branches/stores. Every day, we strive to make every interaction, product, and experience remarkably human and refreshingly simple for over 27 million households and businesses in Canada, the United States and around the world. More than 95,000 TD colleagues bring their skills, talent, and creativity to foster deeper relationships, ensure disciplined execution, and build a simpler, faster banking experience. TD is deeply committed to being a leader in client experience, that is why we believe that all colleagues, no matter where they work, are client facing. Together, we are reimagining what banking can be for our clients, colleagues and communities. Our Total Rewards Package.

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Additional Information

We’re delighted that you’re considering building a career with TD. Through regular development conversations, training programs, and a competitive benefits plan, we’re committed to providing the support our colleagues need to thrive both at work and at home. Please be advised that this job opportunity is subject to provincial regulation for employment purposes. It is imperative to acknowledge that each province or territory within the jurisdiction of Canada may have its own set of regulations, requirements.

Colleague Development

If you’re interested in a specific career path or are looking to build certain skills, we want to help you succeed. You’ll have regular career, development, and performance conversations with your manager, as well as access to an online learning platform and a variety of mentoring programs to help you unlock future opportunities. If you’re passionate about helping clients and building deep, lasting relationships, TD offers diverse career paths where you can grow your expertise and make a meaningful impact. We're committed to your success and foster a respectful workplace where diverse perspectives are valued, everyone has fair opportunities to grow, and you can unlock your full potential to achieve your career goals. Here at TD, we hire and develop the best.

Training & Onboarding

We will provide training and onboarding sessions to ensure that you’ve got everything you need to succeed in your new role.

Accommodation

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Language Requirement (Quebec only): Sans Objet

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