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National Bank of Canada

Back-end Developer - Artificial Intelligence

Hybrid

Montreal, Canada

Mid level

Full Time

04-11-2025

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Skills

Communication Java GitHub DevOps Quality Assurance Scrum Training Coaching Autonomy Azure AWS Software Development Agile Recruitment Agile Scrum Artificial Intelligence OpenAI Microservices

Job Specifications

Back-End Developer

A career as a back-end developer – artificial intelligence in the API team of the Cards domain at National Bank means acting as a specialist in cloud software development and generative artificial intelligence integration. This role allows you to have a tangible impact on our digital transformation, thanks to your expertise in Golang or Java, your experience in generative AI, and your rigor in backend development.

Your role

Develop and deploy value-added backend functions in an Agile Scrum environment
Participate in the integration of generative artificial intelligence into our development cycle
Create robust solutions based on RESTful APIs, microservices, and cloud architectures (AWS)
Contribute to unit testing, quality assurance, code optimization, and code reviews
Support applications developed according to the “you build it you run it” model
Foster a culture of collaboration, rigor, and continuous improvement

Your team

The Vice-Presidency of Technologies includes more than 25 specialists who work in an agile, proactive, and collaborative manner to seize opportunities, stay at the forefront of technologies, and continuously improve processes.

Within the Cards API sector, you will be part of a large team of 25 colleagues and report to the asset manager. Our team stands out for its expertise in software engineering, its spirit of innovation, its delivery quality, its diversity, and its pleasant working atmosphere. We aim to offer you maximum flexibility to enhance your quality of life. This includes a hybrid work environment and a flexible, adaptable schedule.

National Bank values continuous development and internal mobility. Our personalized training programs, based on learning through action, allow you to master your profession 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

Hold a bachelor's degree or a related diploma in IT or software engineering
Have 5 or more years of experience in backend software development
Proficiency in Golang or Java, REST/API environments, and microservices
Good knowledge of cloud infrastructures (Azure, AWS, Google Cloud) and DevOps tools
Comfortable with Github Copilot and VS Code; knowledge of AWS Bedrock and OpenAI is an asset
Demonstrate autonomy, collaboration, curiosity, rigor, a sense of innovation, and an interest in knowledge sharing and outreach

Required languages
Fluency in French
Functional knowledge of English (technical reading and collaboration)

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. 
 
* 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
* Opportunities to get involved in community initiatives
* Telemedicine service
* Virtual sleep clinic 
 
These are a few of the benefits available to you. 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 actively listen to employees’ ideas. Whether through our surveys or programs, regular feedback and ongoing communication is encouraged.
 
We're putting people first
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 peoples' lives. Our core values of partnership, agility, and empowerment inspire us, and inclusivity is central to our commitments. We offer a barrier-free workplace that is accessible to all employees.  
 
We want our recruitment process to be fully accessible. If you require accommodation, feel free to let us know during your first conversations with us. We welcome all candidates! What can you bring to our team? 
 
Come live your ambitions with us!

Additional required languages: French

About the Company

At National Bank, we believe in the potential of each individual, and that even the smallest gestures can make a big difference. When we help others accomplish their projects, we help empower them and the community at large. We try to make a difference through innovation, but above all, by putting people first. By taking the time to listen and letting our actions speak for themselves. By remaining bold and passionate. By developing lasting relationships as partners and allies. Together we can achieve great things and create ... Know more