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National Bank of Canada

Chief Back-End Developer

Hybrid

Montreal, Canada

Senior

Full Time

27-11-2025

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Skills

Communication Leadership Python Java GitHub CI/CD DevOps Kubernetes Training Coaching Architecture Software Architecture Organization AWS Software Development Agile Recruitment AWS Cloud Spring Spring Boot CI/CD Pipelines Kafka Terraform Microservices GitHub Actions

Job Specifications

A career as a Chief Back-End Developer, within the Wealth Management team at National Bank means acting as a specialist in software architecture and application development. This position allows you to have a positive impact on our organization, thanks to your expertise in design, your experience in cloud development, and your technical leadership skills.

Your role

Define and evolve the software architecture of solutions in collaboration with architects
Participate in the technical design of solutions, considering performance, security, and maintainability challenges
Design and develop microservices in Java (Spring Boot, Spring Batch)
Implement high-performance and secure RESTful APIs
Integrate messaging solutions (Kafka, MQ Server, MFT)
Collaborate with DevOps teams for CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, Terraform, Kubernetes, ArgoCD)

Your team

The Vice-Presidency of IT and Operations is made up of more than 5,500 specialists who work in an agile, proactive, and collaborative manner to seize opportunities, stay at the cutting edge of technology, and continuously improve processes.

Within the Wealth Management sector, you will be part of a large team of 20 colleagues and report to the director of the internal maintenance and development team for the Train Manufacture and Retail. Our team stands out for its maturity, experience, and knowledge of the business sector. We aim to offer you maximum flexibility to support your quality of life. This is reflected in 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.

Prerequisites

Hold a bachelor's or master's degree in computer science or a related field
Have at least 12 years of experience in software development, including several years in design and architecture
Demonstrate confirmed experience in technical leadership or as a dev lead
Master Java, with skills in Python (an asset)
Possess solid knowledge of AWS cloud environments and DevOps tools (AWS developer or architect certifications: an asset)
Experience in the banking or financial sector (an asset)

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: English, 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