Delivery Lead

Requisition ID: 248893
Join a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture.

We are seeking a highly skilled Delivery Lead with technical expertise in Java development and data-driven solutions to lead the successful delivery of complex technology initiatives. This role combines leadership with hands-on technical involvement, ensuring that projects meet business objectives while maintaining high engineering standards.

Is this role right for you? In this role you will:

• End-to-End Delivery: Own the planning, execution, and delivery of technology projects, ensuring alignment with scope, timelines, and quality standards.
• Technical Leadership: Provide hands-on guidance in Java-based application development, data integration, and API design to support project goals.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Act as the primary liaison between business and technical teams, ensuring clear communication and alignment on priorities.
• Agile Delivery: Drive agile practices (Scrum/Kanban), ensuring iterative delivery and continuous improvement.
• Risk & Issue Management: Identify technical and delivery risks early, propose mitigation strategies, and ensure timely resolution.
• CI/CD Integration: Oversee integration of automated builds, tests, and deployments using tools like Jenkins, Maven, and Git.
• Mentorship: Coach and mentor team members on best practices in Java development, data engineering, and agile delivery.

Do you have the skills that will enable you to succeed in this role? We'd love to work with you if you have:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 8+ years in technology delivery, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Proven hands-on experience in Java development and data engineering.
• Proficient in Java, object-oriented design, and frameworks such as Spring Boot.
• Strong understanding of data technologies (SQL, ETL processes, data modeling).
• Experience with API development, microservices architecture, and integration patterns.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and tools (Jenkins, Git, Maven).
• Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience with big data technologies (e.g., Hadoop, Spark) or data streaming (Kafka).
• Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge of performance tuning for Java applications and databases.
• Preferred Qualifications:Certifications in Agile (Scrum Master, SAFe) or Project Management (PMP).
• Preferred Qualifications: Familiarity with data governance and security best practices.

What's in it for you?

• Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Allyship - We strive to create an inclusive culture where every employee is empowered to reach their fullest potential, respected for who they are, and are embraced through bias-free practices and inclusive values across Scotiabank. We embrace diversity and provide opportunities for all employee to learn, grow & participate through our various Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that span across diverse gender identities, ethnicity, race, age, ability & veterans.
• Accessibility and Workplace Accommodations - We value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to the Bank, and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. Scotiabank continues to locate, remove and prevent barriers so that we can build a diverse and inclusive environment while meeting accessibility requirements.
• Upskilling through online courses, cross-functional development opportunities, and tuition assistance.
• Competitive Rewards program including bonus, flexible vacation, personal, sick days and benefits will start on day one.
• Dynamic Ecosystem - Free tea & coffee, universal washrooms, and lots of space for team collaboration.
• Community Engagement - No matter where you choose to work from; we offer opportunities for community engagement & belonging with our various programs.

Location(s): Canada : Ontario : Toronto
Scotiabank is a leading bank in the Americas. Guided by our purpose: "for every future", we help our customers, their families and their communities achieve success through a broad range of advice, products and services, including personal and commercial banking, wealth management and private banking, corporate and investment banking, and capital markets.
At Scotiabank, we value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to the Bank, and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. If you require accommodation (including, but not limited to, an accessible interview site, alternate format documents, ASL Interpreter, or Assistive Technology) during the recruitment and selection process, please let our Recruitment team know. If you require technical assistance, please click here. Candidates must apply directly online to be considered for this role. We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at Scotiabank; however, only those candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted.