Senior Platform Specialist, TD Securities at TD Canada Trust

Toronto, Ontario, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Jan, 26

Salary

136800.0

Posted On

03 Oct, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Java, Scala, Apache Cassandra, Kafka, Flink, Big Data Technologies, Low-Latency Systems, System Architecture, Agile Scrum, Cloud-Based Architectures, Problem-Solving, Analytical Skills, Communication Skills, Stakeholder Management, Technical Delivery, Cross-Functional Collaboration

Industry

Banking

Description

Work Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada Hours: 37.5 Line of Business: Technology Solutions Pay Details: $91,200 - $136,800 CAD This role is eligible for a discretionary variable compensation award that considers business and individual performance. TD is committed to providing fair and equitable compensation opportunities to all colleagues. Growth opportunities and skill development are defining features of the colleague experience at TD. Our compensation policies and practices have been designed to allow colleagues to progress through the salary range over time as they progress in their role. The base pay actually offered may vary based upon the candidate's skills and experience, job-related knowledge, geographic location, and other specific business and organizational needs. As a candidate, you are encouraged to ask compensation related questions and have an open dialogue with your recruiter who can provide you more specific details for this role. Job Description: Department Overview TD Securities offers a wide range of capital markets products and services to corporate, government, and institutional clients who choose us for our innovation, execution, and experience. With more than 6,500 professionals operating out of 40 cities across the globe, we help clients meet their needs today and prepare for tomorrow. Our services include underwriting and distributing new issues, providing trusted advice and industry-leading insight, extending access to global markets, and delivering integrated transaction banking solutions. We are growth-oriented, people-focused, and community-minded. As a team, we work to deliver value for our clients every day. TD Securities Veritas Team The TD Securities Veritas Platform is the cross-asset pricing and risk management platform for TD Securities. The TD Securities Veritas team maintains the strategic storage and compute infrastructure for numerous business-aligned products used within the capital markets. It is responsible for the applications and APIs that make Trade, Market Data and Reference Data available in real time. We pride ourselves on working backwards from a customer's need by leveraging the latest technologies comprised of numerous microservices built on open-source technologies. Our technology stack consists of: Java 12 and Scala for general purpose programming ZeroMQ, and web sockets for remoting Apache Cassandra for data storage Messaging technologies (e.g. Kafka) for streaming and distribution Google Protocol Buffers for serialization DynaTrace, Splunk and Graphana for metrics Linux as the operating system (RHEL 9) Job Overview We are looking for a Platform Specialist to join the TD Securities Veritas team. In this role, you will support our engineering team to execute infrastructure upgrades, launch new real time data streams and manage cross-functional initiatives. This is a unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies to solve problems of scale and speed. An ideal candidate is a seasoned Business Systems Analyst with experience in the capital markets domain and a proven track record of managing scalable data systems. As a key player in our organization, you will execute our strategic roadmap and ensure seamless technical delivery of mission-critical systems. You should be self-motivated, have excellent communication skills, and thrive in a collaborative environment. You will be successful in this role if you have: Confidence and ability to navigate complex processes, oversee and work independently on a variety of initiatives requiring specialist knowledge Talent in quickly developing trust in cross-functional relationships, willingness in providing guidance and influence multiple teams across a broad spectrum of initiatives and functional domains Motivation for problem solving and ability to quickly learn technical details of data platform’s applications, configurations, and workflows Desire to drive change and shape the future of how the Veritas team operates Key Responsibilities Develop deep familiarity with the platform’s applications, configurations, and workflows to identify areas requiring improvement or additional controls Drive the strategic vision, roadmap, and execution of a multithreaded, high-performance application Own end-to-end delivery, from design and development to production deployment and ongoing maintenance Oversee the integration and optimization of big data databases and real-time frameworks, including but not limited to Cassandra, Kafka, Flink, and similar technologies Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as CDO, risk management, and data science, to ensure alignment with business objectives Establish best practices for scalability, performance, and reliability in high-frequency, low-latency environments Foster a culture of innovation and technical excellence into the data platform architecture and workflows Facilitate regular check-ins and progress updates, ensuring clear communication across engineering leads and senior stakeholders Continuously enhance knowledge/expertise in our domain, keep current with the latest technology trends and develop expertise in TD Securities business areas Qualifications Bachelor's degree in technology, business, or related field 5-7 years of IT experience in the financial services industry, with a deep understanding of trading workflows, market data, and risk systems Demonstrated success in managing cross-functional projects while executing roadmaps and handling technical delivery is required Experience working in Agile Scrum is an asset Familiarity with cloud-based architectures (Azure, or GCP) is a plus Strong knowledge of big data technologies and low-latency systems such as Cassandra, Kafka, and Flink Proficiency in system architecture, including distributed systems, caching, and data replication is a plus Exceptional problem-solving and analytical skills, with a hands-on approach to technology Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with all levels of staff and management. Additional Information: Join in on what others in TDS Technology are doing: Inspire a positive work environment and help champion quality, innovation, teamwork and service to the business. Learn voraciously, stretch your thinking, share your knowledge and educate others. Communicate and collaborate with both technical and non-technical professionals. Cultivate winning relationships by building trust with business and technology partners. Share our commitment to productivity, effectiveness and operational efficiency. #LI-Tech Who We Are: TD Securities offers a wide range of capital markets products and services to corporate, government, and institutional clients who choose us for our innovation, execution, and experience. With more than 6,500 professionals operating out of 40 cities across the globe, we help clients meet their needs today and prepare for tomorrow. Our services include underwriting and distributing new issues, providing trusted advice and industry-leading insight, extending access to global markets, and delivering integrated transaction banking solutions. In 2023, we acquired Cowen Inc., offering our clients access to a premier U.S. equities business and highly-diverse equity research franchise, while growing our strong, diversified investment bank. We are growth-oriented, people-focused, and community-minded. As a team, we work to deliver value for our clients every day. Our Total Rewards Package Our Total Rewards package reflects the investments we make in our colleagues to help them and their families achieve their financial, physical, and mental well-being goals. Total Rewards at TD includes a base salary, variable compensation, and several other key plans such as health and well-being benefits, savings and retirement programs, paid time off, banking benefits and discounts, career development, and reward and recognition programs. Learn more Additional Information: We’re delighted that you’re considering building a career with TD. Through regular development conversations, training programs, and a competitive benefits plan, we’re committed to providing the support our colleagues need to thrive both at work and at home. Please be advised that this job opportunity is subject to provincial regulation for employment purposes. It is imperative to acknowledge that each province or territory within the jurisdiction of Canada may have its own set of regulations, requirements. Colleague Development If you’re interested in a specific career path or are looking to build certain skills, we want to help you succeed. You’ll have regular career, development, and performance conversations with your manager, as well as access to an online learning platform and a variety of mentoring programs to help you unlock future opportunities. Whether you have a passion for helping customers and want to expand your experience, or you want to coach and inspire your colleagues, there are many different career paths within our organization at TD – and we’re committed to helping you identify opportunities that support your goals. Training & Onboarding We will provide training and onboarding sessions to ensure that you’ve got everything you need to succeed in your new role. Interview Process We’ll reach out to candidates of interest to schedule an interview. We do our best to communicate outcomes to all applicants by email or phone call. Accommodation Your accessibility is important to us. Please let us know if you’d like accommodations (including accessible meeting rooms, captioning for virtual interviews, etc.) to help us remove barriers so that you can participate throughout the interview process. We look forward to hearing from you! Language Requirement (Quebec only): Sans Objet US Labor & Employment Posters | California Privacy | Accessibility | FAQ Our Values At TD we’re guided by our purpose to enrich the lives of our customers, communities and colleagues, and share a set of values that shape our culture and guide our behavior. In exchange for how our colleagues show up to help TD succeed, we are committed to delivering a colleague experience grounded in Impact, Growth and a Culture of Care. No matter where you work across TD, we empower you to make an impact at work and in your community, explore and grow your career and be part of our caring and inclusive culture. Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion At TD, we’re committed to fostering an environment where all colleagues are encouraged to bring their authentic selves to work, experience equitable opportunities, and feel respected and supported. We’re dedicated to building an inclusive workforce that reflects the diversity of the customers and the communities in which we live and serve. Helping to Make an Impact in Communities – TD Ready Commitment TD has a long-standing commitment to help drive progress towards a more inclusive and sustainable future. That’s why we launched the TD Ready Commitment in 2018, now a multi-year North American initiative. Under the TD Ready Commitment, we are targeting a total of C$1 billion by 2030 in community giving across four key, interconnected drivers of change: Financial Security, Vibrant Planet, Connected Communities, and Better Health. It’s our goal to help support change, nurture progress, and contribute to making the world a better, more inclusive place for our customers, colleagues, and communities. Learn more: Canada | US | Europe & Asia Pacific

Responsibilities

The Platform Specialist will support the engineering team in executing infrastructure upgrades and managing cross-functional initiatives. This role involves owning end-to-end delivery from design to production deployment and ongoing maintenance.