Technology Careers

We’re questioning everything about how we bank today to come up with the right solutions for our customers tomorrow. Together, we drive meaningful change and inspire innovation for every future.

Welcome to the future. Ours and yours.

In Technology at Scotia, we’re questioning everything about how we bank today to come up with the right solutions for our customers tomorrow. Reinvention starts here — and it starts with you.

We’re looking for problem-solvers, makers, and leaders who are ready to roll up their sleeves and collaborate to ship solutions to our customers.

You’ll succeed not just in your day-to-day role but in your career as a whole through mobility, cross-functional development opportunities, and coaching.

You’ll learn from a wide variety of industry leaders, developing solutions not only locally, but for the global market alongside technology-focused teams in Latin America.

You'll create elegant digital experiences that let employees and customers take charge of their finances, and enable Scotiabank to drive meaningful change for every future.

Focused on dismantling the barriers faced by women

We’re committed to being active allies to women employees, customers, and communities year-round.

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The tech behind Scotiabank’s Global AI Platform

Scotiabank recently launched its next-generation Global AI Platform with the goal of improving the customer experience. Here’s a glimpse into the technology journey that made this possible.

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In 2017, Scotiabank committed to becoming a leader in digital banking; when we commit, we deliver.

We have built a team of more than 1000 top technology professionals, opened 5 Digital Factories in our core markets, and developed an industry-leading mobile banking app.

 
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Scotiabank Receives Risk.net’s 2021 Technology Innovation of the Year Award

Scotiabank was recognized for its delivery of the Bank’s new risk engine in Global Banking & Markets.

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Sound like the place for you? 

Why we do what we do

“As soon as I started, I found a world of possibilities where I could learn, reinvent myself and give my best. Scotiabank has empowered me to reach my potential by allowing me to grow in different roles.”

Teresa
Delivery Manager Specialist, International Banking Technology

“At Scotia Digital, I found an environment designed for employees to thrive. Every day I not only feel widely supported to practice my craft, but I’m also free to design things that positively impact our customers.”

Tiago
Director, Product Design

My favorite aspect of Project Delivery and Support is our strong team culture. I know that I can always ask for help and receive outstanding support from my peers and leaders.”

Nish
Project Manager

Say hello to ignITe! Gender Diversity

 

In ignITe! Gender Diversity, our mission is to educate and empower women in technology by supporting their personal and professional growth. Since our official launch three years ago, we’ve worked to remove gender bias from job descriptions, encourage flexible work environments, and enable growth by elevating women in the workplace. Join us to make sure our workplace works — for everyone.

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What would my career look like in Technology?

Technology builds the foundation that enables Scotiabank to deliver world-class digital experiences to our customers and employees. You may be working on backend technologies, but you won’t be backstage.

Information Security and Control (Cybersecurity)

We design, implement, and manage security solutions to protect the Bank and our customers.

Global Technology Services

We build technology solutions that ensure our systems and services are always there for our customers and employees.

Global Wholesale and Risk Technology

We build, support, and maintain the technology solutions that support Global Banking and Markets, Group Treasury, and wholesale risk, regulatory, and compliance. 

Enterprise Technology

We work to transform how employees experience technology every day, on a global scale. We deliver IT solutions to our global corporate functions, including: Risk, Finance and Treasury, Human Resources, and Operations. 

Global Business Technology

We deliver the cutting-edge solutions that provide fresh, frictionless banking experiences in every one of our markets. Our team spans Scotiabank’s global footprint and manages the Bank’s entire business technology ecosystem.

International Banking Technology

We support the delivery of technology solutions, technology implementations for M&A activity, and the implementation of large modernization initiatives, globally. We are also responsible for the Global Technology Products function of the Bank, driving the standardization of solutions worldwide.

Canadian Banking Technology

Canadian Banking Technology supports the end-to-end technology needs of Scotiabank’s Canadian banking business, including a broad range of banking products and services from savings and chequing accounts to credit cards and commercial loans.

Global AML (Anti Money Laundering), KYC (Know Your Customer) and Onboarding Technology

We design and develop technology solutions to detect suspicious behaviour so that the money we bank doesn’t fund illicit or illegal activities. Our team of developers and analysts are committed to making our communities safer, while improving the customer experience through industry-leading technology. 

Project Delivery and Support

We support project delivery at Scotiabank by providing our Technology and Business partners with best-in-class project management expertise while building a community of professionals ensuring alignment between project management and governance practices.

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What it's like to work in Project Delivery and Support

It's our goal to empower every future by creating a workplace where everyone can perform at their very best. We attract and develop the very best diverse talent and build an environment where employees can thrive and belong.

Jessica

Jessica

Senior Project Coordinator

 “I started my career at Scotiabank in 2015 as a contractor and have since joined as a full-time employee on the Project Delivery and Support team as a Senior Project Coordinator!  Throughout my experience, I have been supported in advancing my career, and being part of a centralized project management team has enabled me to have broad dialogs with teams across the organization which opens up even more opportunities to make an impact and grow my career.” 

Jessica

Alka

Project Manager

“As a Project Manager on the Project Delivery and Support team, I’m most excited to be providing our partners with best-in-class project management expertise and getting to see the positive impact of our efforts on the experience of our customers and across the Bank. The endless support I’ve received from my peers and our leaders has encouraged me to take on new challenges and truly grow in my career.”

Jessica

Julie

Program Manager

“As a Program Manager on the Project Delivery and Support team, I have the opportunity to lead a group of high-performing, outstanding individuals. The family-like culture of our team allows us to leverage each other for support while encouraging one another to think out loud and bring forward innovative ideas. It is great to contribute to helping Scotiabank better serve our customers alongside a team that promotes the feeling of belonging.” 


What would my career look like in Digital Banking?

At Scotia Digital, we’re co-creating the bank of the future with our customers today by asking how they want to bank tomorrow. Collaborate with us in Digital Factories in Canada and Latin America to design and build digital experiences that all people will love.

Design

We’re scientists, artists, communicators, technologists, and human-centred problem solvers focused on designing things all people will love.

Digital Marketing

We spend our days focused on driving acquisition, growth, and sales through our digital channels — all with a focus on data-driven optimization and personalization.

Digital Product

We take ownership of business objectives and translate them into digital priorities, building excellence in the global digital customer experience.

Engineering

We work to identify real-life problems and solve them with technology, enabling our teams to change the way our customers bank, one release at a time. 

Internships and Co-ops

Our Ignition and Velocity programs are designed to offer an exclusive sneak peek into our technology groups after graduation.

Mitchell Intern

“The Scotiabank Ignition Program has given me countless opportunities to develop my skills through real-world experience with modern technologies. I love having the flexibility to learn in different areas, all while being given meaningful work and significant responsibility.”

Mitchell
Ignition Program Associate

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