Software Engineer I

Aug 22, 2024

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Full-time
Junior & Mid Level
Software Engineering
Engineering
Toronto
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You should have a relevant undergraduate or postgraduate degree, technical certificate, and 2-3 years of experience, preferably with a strong academic background in computer science or engineering.
You will develop and test software solutions, support enhancements, conduct code reviews, document systems, ensure quality, manage incidents, and collaborate with team members for project success.

Requirements

Experience And / Or Education
Undergraduate degree, Postgraduate degree or Technical Certificate
Strong academic background (e.g., computer science, engineering)
2-3 years relevant experience

Responsibilities

Develop new solutions as required for engineering programs and projects within assigned area
Develop new features and perform unit / component test for new application development initiatives aligned to business needs and in accordance with technology architecture standards
Support business enquiries and business activities through execution of small enhancements and break / fix implementations (e.g. source code changes) May also be responsible for peer code review
Work with technology partners to ensure the configuration and custom components meet application requirements and performance goals
Analyze the technical requirements to recommend pragmatic and sound engineering specific solutions for own area, may be involved in coding/story estimates
Work with other stakeholders, internal technology partners to ensure engineering solutions meet technical direction, requirements, performance, time-to-market and innovation goals
Monitor product lifecycles, ensuring specifications and functionality support business objectives and engineering decisions, undertaking re-development where required
Document and verify system components, applications, system infrastructure, security, integration, operability and engineering related architecture designs associated with a program or project
Participate in quality management reviews, in particular reviews of the designs, prototypes and other requirements work products to ensure they fulfill the requirements
Create and maintain quality code, ensure defect free programming consistent with standards; provide code maintenance and support during testing cycles and post-production deployment and participate in reviewing peer coding
Provide technical expertise during Incident management, analyze incident reports and outages, perform impact assessment for incidents and facilitate internal and external communication throughout incident resolution
Participate in identifying and recommending development / testing solutions / tools in support of project / application objectives
Assist in the development / maintenance of comprehensive processes for prevention of issues and participate in problem determination and timely resolution of incidents applying appropriate quality measures
Adhere to standard security coding practices to ensure application is free of most common coding vulnerabilities
Ensure technical decisions, technical risks and lessons learned are identified, clearly documented and enhancements are accordingly implemented
Understand relationships between work processes and the business and ensure awareness of costs related to own work
Deliver effective and efficient solutions that meet key project milestones and overall project deliverables on time, within budget, and adhering to development and quality standards
Comply with well-defined enterprise technology delivery practices and standards and project management disciplines - including creation of project documentation of system requirements, estimates of scope and cost
Be knowledgeable of practices and procedures within own area of responsibility and keep abreast of emerging trends for own functional area
Protect the interests of the organization – identify and manage risks, and escalate non-standard, high risk activities as necessary
Adhere to internal policies/procedures and applicable regulatory guidelines
Maintain a culture of risk management and control, supported by effective processes in alignment with risk appetite
Participate fully as a member of the team, support a positive work environment that promotes service to the business, quality, innovation and teamwork and ensure timely communication of issues/ points of interest
Support the team by continuously enhancing knowledge / expertise in own area and participate in knowledge transfer within the team and business unit; Support knowledge-sharing across teams and with relevant stakeholders, ensuring knowledge is codified, monitored, tracked and managed
Work collaboratively with the team and leadership to proactively identify and resolve issues related to product quality
Work collaboratively with the development team to define and validate appropriate user stories, acceptance criteria and definitions of done / ready
Keep current on emerging trends/ developments and grow knowledge of the business, related tools and techniques
Participate in personal performance management and development activities, including cross training within own team
Keep others informed and up-to-date about the status / progress of projects and / or all relevant or useful information related to day-to-day activities
Contribute to the success of the team by willingly assisting others in the completion and performance of work activities; provide training, coaching and/or guidance as appropriate
Contribute to a fair, positive and equitable environment that supports a diverse workforce
Act as a brand ambassador for your business area/function and the bank, both internally and/or externally
Foundational knowledge of specific domain or engineering frameworks, technology, tools, processes and procedures
Performs medium to moderately complex technical tasks under general supervision
Foundational knowledge of TD applications, systems, networks, innovation, design activities, best practices, business / organization, Bank standards
Develops program specifications; adapts, integrates, codes, tests and debugs programs; and is responsible for executing
Uses existing procedures to solve routine problems; makes limited exceptions
Generally reports to a Practice lead

FAQs

What is the work location for this position?

The work location for this position is Canada.

What are the expected working hours for this role?

The expected working hours for this role are 37.5 hours per week.

What line of business does this position belong to?

This position belongs to the Technology Solutions line of business.

How is the compensation structured for this position?

We are committed to providing fair and equitable compensation, and we encourage candidates to have an open dialogue with our HR Team regarding pay details for this role.

What educational background is required for this position?

An undergraduate degree, postgraduate degree, or technical certificate is required, along with a strong academic background in fields such as computer science or engineering.

How much relevant experience is needed for the role?

The candidate should have 2-3 years of relevant experience.

What type of projects will I work on in this role?

You will develop new solutions for engineering programs, create new features, perform unit/component tests, and support business inquiries through enhancements and break/fix implementations.

Will I have opportunities for professional development?

Yes, TD is committed to colleague development and offers regular training, mentoring programs, and development conversations to help you build your career.

Is there a strong focus on teamwork in this role?

Yes, teamwork is essential in this role. You will participate as a member of the team, support a positive work environment, and collaborate with other stakeholders to resolve issues.

What is the interview process like for this position?

The interview process involves scheduling interviews with candidates of interest, and we strive to communicate outcomes to all applicants via email or phone call.

Are there any accommodations available during the interview process?

Yes, we are committed to accessibility and encourage candidates to request accommodations if needed to facilitate their participation in the interview process.

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