Team Lead, Software Development - Product Development Group

Canadian Bank Note Company (CBN) is a trusted leader in secure technology solutions for governments and businesses worldwide. The company operates across various business domains, including currency production, border security, civil identity, driver identification and vehicle information, excise control, lottery and charitable gaming.

Our 7 Core Principles shape and guide our corporate behaviours and underpin the sense of community you will experience at CBN. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment, where employees are valued for their contributions and encouraged to grow professionally.

At CBN we seek long-term relationships with our employees and recognize and reward them with a competitive total compensation package that includes:

• An industry-leading defined contribution pension plan with company matching contributions (up to 5%) and payment of service fees;
• Best-in-class health, medical, and life insurance benefits;
• Access to virtual and telehealth services and apps; and
• Very progressive fertility, adoption, and surrogacy benefits to support all definitions of family.

Internal Job Title: Software Development Team Lead

Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Job Location: 18 Auriga Drive, Ottawa ON

Work Model: Hybrid / Remote

Position Summary

We are looking for a Team Lead, Software Development to manage and guide a team of software developers in delivering high-quality solutions. As Team Lead, you will perform the roles of scrum master and people manager. You will provide technical and team leadership in cloud and on-prem system development projects, from conception to launch This role requires both hands-on technical expertise and strong leadership skills. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing development projects, improving team productivity, and ensuring alignment with business goals.

Responsibilities

Agile Team Lead/Scrum Master

• Help the team achieve its agreed upon goals in terms of scope, schedule, budget, and quality
• Coach the team and individuals for continuous increased performance
• Remove roadblocks, and advise and escalate issues to the Director as needed
• Work with the Product Owner to develop technical stories
• Break down stories into subtasks for software developers and assist with estimates and planning
• Participate in peer-reviews of solution designs and code
• Join the team in writing and deploying code – become familiar with our full stack and develop code that produces highly functional, robust, and reliable applications
• Keep updated on new development technologies, tools, and platforms
• Support the CBN’s policies & guidelines and lead by example

Software Development & Architecture

• Architect and design scalable, high-performance software solutions.
• Lead the adoption of new technologies and best practices to enhance system efficiency.
• Participate in hands-on coding, debugging, and system optimization as needed.
• Ensure software security, compliance, and scalability are maintained throughout the development process.

Project & Stakeholder Management

• Collaborate with product managers, departmental team leads, and business stakeholders to define project requirements and technical solutions.
• Translate business objectives into development roadmaps and execution plans.
• Communicate project updates, risks, and challenges effectively to management and senior leadership.
• Work closely with QA engineers to ensure software reliability and stability.
• Assist with providing estimates for sales inquiries, ensuring they are accurate and reflect our technical capabilities and resource availability.

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Certifications in leadership (e.g., PMI Agile Certified Practitioner, Certified Scrum Master) are beneficial.
• Technical certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect) are a plus.

Experience

• 8+ years of software development experience, including at least 2 years in a leadership role.
• Proven track record of leading successful development teams and projects.
• Strong background in Agile software development and project management is an asset.
• Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) is an asset.

Technical Concepts & Methodologies

• Software development lifecycle (SDLC) and Agile/Kanban methodologies.
• Software architecture patterns (MVC, microservices, event-driven).
• API development and system integration strategies.
• CI/CD pipelines and automated testing strategies.
• DevOps principles and infrastructure as code (IaC).
• Cloud computing, serverless architecture, and containerization are assets.

Technical Environment

• Operating Systems: Windows 10/11; Linux is an asset.
• Programming Languages: Java, C#.
• Frameworks & Libraries: Spring, Angular.
• Databases: Oracle, PostgreSQL.
• DevOps & CI/CD Tools: Docker, Kubernetes, Jenkins, Bamboo, and GitHub Actions are all assets
• Version Control: Git, GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket.
• Project Management Tools: Jira, Confluence, Trello, Azure DevOps.
• Testing & Monitoring: Jest, Mocha, Selenium, JUnit, New Relic, Datadog are all assets
• Automated testing: Junit, Mockito, Karma, Protractor, REST Assured
• Documenting solutions: UML, OpenAPI and other standards

Soft Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Effective communication skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to inspire, coach, and mentor a team.
• Conflict resolution and team-building skills.

Mandatory Requirements

• Language: Fluency in English (reading, writing, speaking)
• Travel: Ability to travel approx. 1 week/year (if required)

Canadian Bank Note Company (CBN) is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees are treated with dignity and respect. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected status.

We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals, including women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Our commitment to equity extends to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, training, and development. As part of our commitment to providing an inclusive, barrier free selection process, we ask that if you are contacted regarding the competition for this position, you advise the interview coordinator or any accommodation measures you may require.

At CBN, we value the unique perspectives and experiences that each employee brings to our organization, and we are committed to maintaining a workplace that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We believe that diversity and inclusion drive innovation and success, and we strive to create an environment where every employee can thrive and contribute to our collective goals.