Chief Application Developer - Securities Lending IT

A career as a Chief Application Developer in the Securities Lending team at National Bank means acting as a technology specialist supporting critical trading applications for National Bank Capital Markets and its subsidiaries. This job allows you to have a positive impact on our organization through your experience in application development, solution design, cloud technologies, and production support.

You will work in a dynamic capital markets environment where technology directly supports securities lending activities. You will have the opportunity to deepen your understanding of financial concepts and trading flows while designing reliable, flexible solutions for business partners.

Your role

• Troubleshoot incidents affecting the securities lending trading platform and identify sustainable solutions.
• Develop and maintain applications and scripts using Python, Java, Unix, and Linux technologies.
• Design, architect and integrate solutions involving internal applications, third-party software, and external platforms.
• Use AWS Cloud and the Bank’s standard development and operational tools.
• Analyze data and business requirements to translate needs into flexible, effective technical solutions.
• Coordinate project deliverables with business and technology teams while communicating progress and meeting established deadlines.

Your team

You will be part of the Securities Lending team, which provides application development and business-process solutions supporting capital markets activities.

You will join a team of technical specialists who work closely with front-office partners, including traders. You will also collaborate with back-office teams, other technology groups, and external technology providers. The environment will allow you to combine your technical expertise with an understanding of securities lending concepts and trading flows.

We aim to offer you maximum flexibility to promote your quality of life. This includes a hybrid work environment and a flexible, adaptable schedule.

The Bank values continuous development and internal mobility. Our personalized training programs, based on learning through action, allow you to master your role and develop new areas of expertise. Tools such as the Data Academy, language training, the Harvard Learning Center, and coaching and mentoring support are available to you at all times.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and relevant experience in application development
• Experience developing applications or scripts using Python and Java
• Proficiency in Unix or Linux environments and Unix shell scripting
• Experience with solution design, systems analysis, and application development processes
• Working knowledge of cloud technologies, preferably Amazon Web Services
• Experience supporting complex applications or working in capital markets, financial services, or a comparable environment

Languages: French, English
Reason to require this language: you will need to work closely with our colleagues outside Quebec.
Required skills: Amazon Web Services, Analytical Skills, Application Development, Application Security, Communication, Cross-team Collaboration, Financial Markets, Java, Problem Solving, Python, Solution Design, Teamwork, Unix

Your benefits
In addition to competitive compensation, upon hiring you’ll be eligible for a wide range of flexible benefits to help promote your wellbeing and that of your family such as:

* Health and wellness program, including many options
* Flexible group insurance
* Generous pension plan
* Employee Share Ownership Plan
* Employee and family assistance program
* Preferential banking services
* Involvement in community initiatives
* Telemedicine service
* Virtual sleep clinic

We have an offer that keeps up with trends as well as your needs and those of your family.

Our dynamic work environments and cutting-edge collaboration tools foster a positive employee experience. We value employees’ ideas. Whether through our surveys or programs, regular feedback and ongoing communication are encouraged.

Making a bold move in a people-first environment
We’re a bank on a human scale that stands out for its courage, entrepreneurial culture, and passion for people. Our mission is to have a positive impact on people’s lives. Our core values of partnership, agility, and empowerment inspire us, and inclusion is central to our commitments. We aim, wherever possible, to provide a barrier-free and accessible environment to all employees.

We strive to provide accessibility measures throughout the recruitment process within the limits of our available resources. If you require accommodations, feel free to let us know during our initial conversations. We welcome all candidates! What can you bring to our team?

Join us!