Aviso:
At Aviso, we are dedicated to improving the financial well-being of Canadians. As a leading wealth management organization, we are committed to leadership, innovation, partnership, responsibility, and community. Working with talented and energetic professionals who exemplify our values every day, you will quickly notice that our people and dynamic ‘oneaviso’ culture sets us apart. If you are looking for interesting and challenging work, at a company committed to its people, find out more about what Aviso has to offer at www.aviso.ca.
The Opportunity:
We’re looking for a Front End Technical Lead to join our Information Technology team.
Reporting to the Software Engineering Manager, the Technical Lead plays a key role in shaping the technical direction of the team, ensuring alignment with architectural standards and engineering best practices. This role combines hands-on development with leadership responsibilities, guiding a squad of engineers through the full software development lifecycle. The Technical Lead collaborates closely with product leaders, architects, principals, and cross-functional partners to deliver scalable, high-quality solutions that support organizational goals. In addition to active coding and design contributions, the role involves mentoring team members, resolving complex technical challenges, and fostering a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and technical excellence.
Who you are:
- Service – You put your clients’ needs first. You advocate service excellence, and work to deliver client-centric solutions, and proactively develop strategic partnerships that allow Aviso Wealth to become a trusted advisor and partner
- Execution – You are committed to achieving your goals and to succeed. This includes focusing on “getting things done”, as well as recognizing and taking advantage of opportunities as they arise. You are consistently looking for ways to improve your personal best and see value in continuous improvement. You take accountability for your actions and learn from mistakes
- Collaboration – You work collaboratively with others with the common goal of driving positive results. Making meaningful contributions to your team to achieve organizational goals is a priority. You proactively encourage collaboration, build trust and inclusion, and work to establish effective relationships both inside and outside of the organization
- Leadership – You lead your team and provide regular direction, guidance, coaching, and motivation, all while striving for peak performance. You assist them in overcoming obstacles through additional resources, removal of roadblocks, and providing the level of support required for their success. You delegate and deliver feedback based on the in-depth understanding of your individual team members
What your day looks like:
- Establish and communicate the technical direction for Front-end software initiatives, ensuring alignment with architectural standards, engineering principles, and business objectives
- Provide leadership with Front-End best practices to teammates through coaching and mentorship
- Lead and mentor engineering teams throughout the development lifecycle, providing guidance on design, implementation, testing, and delivery of software solutions
- Facilitate design reviews and technical planning sessions, ensuring proposed solutions meet performance, scalability, and maintainability goals
- Coordinate with internal partners, including product leaders, designers, and business partners, to clarify requirements, align priorities, and provide timely updates
- Promote cross-team collaboration, sharing knowledge, aligning on shared goals, and contributing to platform-wide initiatives
Requirements
Your experience and skills:
- Bachelor's Degree in Software Engineering, or related field combined with 10+ years of experience in software development.
- 7+ years with Front End Platforms
- 5+ years of hands-on experience as a JavaScript/TypeScript
- Design, develop, and maintain web applications using AEM (Adobe Experience Manager) and Angular
- Understanding of Java and/or.NET Core architecture and it’s integration with front-end applications
- Experience using Azure cloud, APIM, Dapr, CI/CD pipelines, and infrastructure as code (Iac/Bicep) would be an asset.
- Advanced knowledge of design patterns and software engineering principles
- Proficient in Git, GitHub/GitLab workflows, and code quality tools (code review process)
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
- Proven track record in mentoring teams
- Fluent communication skills in English are required and bilingual skills in French are an asset
Benefits
Why Aviso?
At Aviso, you will find a dynamic and inclusive culture that rewards innovation and celebrates success.
Here are a few things that set us apart:
- Competitive compensation package that rewards and recognizes individual contributions
- Excellent health, dental and insurance benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees
- Generous vacation time, fitness benefit, parental leave top-up options
- Matching contributions to our retirement program
- Commitment to the continuous improvement of our staff through learning & development and an education assistance program
- Regular social events to foster teamwork
Your Information
By submitting your application, you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your provided personal information for the purposes of assessing your qualifications and suitability for employment with Aviso. Your information will be handled in accordance with applicable Canadian privacy laws, including the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and relevant provincial legislation. Your data may be shared with authorized personnel involved in the recruitment process and retained only as long as necessary to fulfill these purposes or as required by law.
Further information is available on the Privacy link on our Career Page – Privacy Policies
Equal Employment Opportunity
Aviso welcomes and encourages applications from all qualified individuals including persons with disabilities. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs in all stages of the hiring process.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
No recruiters or agencies, please.
Company Overview:
Aviso is a leading wealth management and investment services provider for the Canadian financial industry, with approximately $145 billion in total assets under administration and management, and over 1,000 employees. We’re building a comprehensive, technology-enabled, client-centric wealth services ecosystem. Our clients include our partners, advisors, and investors. We’re a trusted partner for nearly all credit unions across Canada, in addition to a wide range of portfolio managers, investment dealers, insurance and trust companies, and introducing brokers. Our partners depend on Aviso for specific solutions that give them a competitive edge in a rapidly evolving, highly competitive industry. Our investment dealer and mutual fund dealer and our insurance services support thousands of investment advisors. Our asset manager, NEI Investments, specializes in investing responsibly. Our online brokerage, Qtrade Direct Investing®, empowers self-directed investors, and our fully automated investing service, Qtrade Guided Portfolios®, serves investors who prefer a hands-off approach. Aviso Correspondent Partners provides custodial and carrying broker services to a wide range of firms. We have offices in Toronto, Vancouver, Montreal, and Winnipeg. Aviso is backed by the collective strength of our owners: the credit union Centrals, Co-operators/CUMIS, and Desjardins. We’re proud to power businesses that empower investors.
A career with Aviso means being part of a group of talented, energetic professionals who live their values every day, and belonging to an organization dedicated to your success and career development. If you’re looking for interesting and challenging work, at a company committed to its people, apply to join our team.
Salary
This position is posted with an expected salary range of $120,000 - $130,000 CAD annually. Individual compensation packages are based on various factors unique to each candidate and the requirements of the position.
