Posted: June 28, 2026
Senior Software Developer - Scotiabank, Toronto is listed at Scotiabank in Toronto, ON. The Beaver Board aggregates this opening from the employer's career page — apply using the button below to reach the official application. Browse more jobs at Scotiabank.
Key responsibilities include maintaining high code quality and driving technical discussions, requiring at least five years of experience with React.js and Node.js, along with expertise in NoSQL databases and application security.
As a Full Stack Developer at Scotiabank, you will join a dynamic and energetic team comprising developers, architects, project managers, and product owners. This pivotal role focuses on the authentication domain, crucial for protecting our customers and ensuring the integrity of our digital banking services. You will be instrumental in delivering innovative digital banking solutions, leveraging cutting-edge technologies such as Node.js, React.js, and Microservices. A core aspect of your contribution will be maintaining a high level of code quality and actively driving technical discussions to foster continuous improvement. Scotiabank is committed to an inclusive and high-performing culture, where every developer's contribution makes a significant impact on our customers, the broader banking industry, and ultimately, the world. Your technical expertise will directly contribute to robust and secure financial solutions.
In this Senior Software Developer position, you will be responsible for implementing and delivering complex technical solutions that meet the evolving needs of our digital platforms. You will also assist in developing robust coding standards and advanced testing approaches, ensuring the reliability and scalability of our systems. Collaboration is key; you will work closely with Architects and Tech Leads to realise the technical vision and bring innovative solutions to fruition. The ideal candidate will be considered an expert in major application and technical domains, highly regarded for their comprehensive technical competence. This role involves providing expert advice and counsel to key stakeholders on development project teams, particularly on complex issues related to your area of specialty. Furthermore, you will conduct thorough reviews of solution designs and related code, ensuring adherence to best practices. Proficiency in security scanning and implementing best practices to resolve security issues is paramount, reinforcing our commitment to customer protection at every level.
To succeed in this role, candidates should possess at least five years of work experience as a React.js and Node.js developer, with a proven track record of building scalable, enterprise-level technology stacks primarily with JavaScript, though a broad set of tools is ideal. Extensive experience working with NoSQL databases such as Redis and MongoDB is essential. Furthermore, practical experience with container orchestration technology, including Cloud Foundry or Kubernetes, is required. A strong background in projects involving Application Security, such as oAuth2 and/or SSO, is critical for this authentication-focused position. Experience with Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) practices and robust REST API design is also expected. Candidates should have worked on productionising NodeJS servers and possess solid knowledge in Object Oriented and Functional Design. Familiarity with at least one modern JS framework, preferably React, and modern JS toolsets (ES6, Typescript, Babel, Lerna, Jest, Protractor) will be highly valued. We are looking for individuals with a passion for working in a fast-paced, high-performance team, demonstrating a desire to take the team towards the next level of innovation and efficiency. The ability to conduct deep research independently to solve problems in a timely manner, coupled with a passion for sharing your solution with the team, is crucial. Well-rounded knowledge of Agile principles and the flexibility to adapt your experience to new and evolving environments will ensure your success.
