VP - Tech Solutions TDS (US)

Work Location:

New York, New York, United States of America

Hours:

0

Line of Business:

Technology Solutions

Pay Detail:

$165,000 - $210,000 USD

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:

Preferred Qualifications:

We can't afford to be boring. Neither can you. The scale and scope of what TD does may surprise you. The rapid pace of change makes it a business imperative for us to be smart and open-minded in the way we think about technology. TD's technology and business teams become more intertwined as new opportunities present themselves. This new era in banking does not equal boring (not at TD, anyway).

TDS Banker Tools Technology team is responsible for building scalable tech to deliver datasets, analytical tools, and workflow automation to front-line bankers. We are looking for a talented Developer with full-stack experience and an interest in financial markets and investment banking. The candidate will work on a global team, with concentration in Toronto, New York, and London. They will perform hands-on development building a cross-product data architecture along with web-based BI and workflow automation applications.

Role Responsibilities:

• Work with data scientists and UX designers to productionize impactful analytical tools with beautiful data visualizations
• Ready to lead the effort, delivery and mentor junior developers
• Design and develop solutions to workflow automation challenges across the business
• Own a data pipeline from various internal and external sources into our application stack
• Become a subject matter expert on our datasets and how the business uses them
• Communicate ideas, drive user demos, and work with business stakeholders to refine ideas
• Engineer self-contained, reusable, and testable modules and components

A successful candidate will possess:

• 8+ Years of strong software development experience
• Intimate familiarity with web technologies: HTML5, JSON, CSS, JavaScript, TypeScript, React, Angular
• Strong core Java and Spring framework skills
• Good knowledge of design patterns with excellent problem-solving skills
• Proficiency writing and validating SQL queries. Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases
• Knowledge of the Microsoft ecosystem, e.g. Azure, Teams, Sharepoint, Office365
• Experience with data visualization and reporting web libraries, e.g. D3js, HighCharts, AG-Grid
• Experience with data visualization and reporting platforms, e.g. Tableau, PowerBI
• Hands on software development experience working on client/server, multi-tier, web-based applications
• Professional, precise communication skills with client interaction
• Experience with troubleshooting web applications, familiarity with network monitoring and code profiling tools
• Knowledge of institutional lending, capital markets, M&A advisory businesses

Role Responsibilities:

• Work with data scientists and UX designers to productionize impactful analytical tools with beautiful data visualizations
• Design and develop solutions to workflow automation challenges across the business
• Own a data pipeline from various internal and external sources into our application stack
• Become a subject matter expert on our datasets and how the business uses them
• Communicate ideas, drive user demos, and work with business stakeholders to refine ideas
• Engineer self-contained, reusable, and testable modules and components

A successful candidate will possess:

• Intimate familiarity with web UI technologies: HTML5, JSON, CSS, JavaScript, TypeScript, React, SVG/Canvas
• Proficiency writing and validating SQL queries. Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases
• Experience with data visualization and reporting web libraries, e.g. D3js, HighCharts, AG-Grid
• Experience with data visualization and reporting platforms, e.g. Tableau, PowerBI
• Knowledge of the Microsoft ecosystem, e.g. Azure, Teams, Sharepoint, Office365
• Hands on software development experience working on client/server, multi-tier, web-based applications
• Strong core Java and Spring framework skills
• Experience with Python & common data science libraries
• Good knowledge of design patterns with excellent problem-solving skills
• Professional, precise communication skills with client interaction
• Experience with troubleshooting web applications, familiarity with network monitoring and code profiling tools
• Knowledge of institutional lending, capital markets, M&A advisory businesses

Education & Experience:

• College degree, or specialized training / equivalent work experience
• 5-7 Years of related experience
• Expert knowledge of the technical environment/ tools (e.g., user environment, applications, software, hardware, programming languages and operating systems) in own area
• Must be detail oriented and possess problem-solving skills
• Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision and establish priorities
• Proficient in interpersonal communication (both oral and written communication)

Depth & Scope:

• Manages the development, delivery and/or support of products and services for a range of clients to support them in meeting business objectives/ goals
• Supports/ Participates in developing the strategic direction of own area
• Works with clients to prepare comprehensive IT solutions that meet/ exceed client objectives for new and existing systems / applications
• Manages the integration of all systems, projects and technical interfaces to ensure a high level of service and support to the client and efficient system operation
• Researches and innovates may make decisions to build / buy / reuse system components to meet client expectations and project deliverables
• Measures and monitor the level of service, analyze trends, agree on service target levels, and determine appropriate actions
• Defines development specifications, technical requirements, system performance objectives and identify system modifications required to meet performance objectives
• Primary subject matter expert in multiple areas and consults with clients/or project teams with respect to all aspects of research, analysis, design, hardware/ software support and/or development of technical solutions
• Works independently and/or autonomously as a senior/ lead on a diverse range of tasks and is relied upon to coach/ educate others
• Manages and directs activities related to analysis, design and support of technical business solutions on larger projects
• Assignments are highly complex and multi-faceted
• May monitor, manage, coach/ educate a small team of IT professionals
• Acts as a key resource in the exchange of technical information for project teams, the business and/or outside vendors
• Defines, delivers and maintains systems and technical infrastructure to support clients and applications by following standards, policies and procedures in compliance with IT Disaster Recovery Plan
• Identifies, recommends, sources, negotiates and implements improvements/solutions (buy/build/reuse) to enhance customer experience and/or reduce cost in support of client needs
• May provide the level of systems and operational availability that will meet or exceed negotiated service levels, and report results as required
• Influences product direction, foresee issues and gaps, identify solutions, and work comfortably with leading edge products that are untested/ unproven in the market
• Contributes to the development of project plans by providing input to project charters, project deliverables, cost/benefits analysis, time line estimates, scope and control and manage projects/initiatives by directing assigned resources, communicating project status and providing timely escalation of issues
• In conjunction with department management, ensures Business Recovery Pans (BRP) are in place and adhered to in the department
• Researches/analyzes business requirements to evaluate and recommend optimal solutions within business technology architecture
• Complies with the system development life cycle (SDLC) and project management methodology (PMLC) - including development of project plans, documentation of system requirements, estimates of scope and cost, etc. Delivers effective solutions by providing consulting support, researching issues / opportunities, and overseeing the execution of recommendations
• Integrates technical solutions with the business environment, recognizing systems interdependencies and reusability, and ensuring seamless delivery
• Ensures appropriate security levels are established and maintained for processes, information exchange and system implementations
• Reviews, defines, enforces and influences standards and appropriate quality measures/metrics
• Assists in the development/maintenance of comprehensive processes for prevention of issues and participate in problem determination and timely resolution of incidents
• Assists in the identification of opportunities to minimize cost, provide recommendations and/or deliver corresponding strategic solutions to support cost effectiveness
• Conducts pre and post implementation reviews, ensuring all technical solutions have met business requirements
• Continuously enhance knowledge/expertise in own area and keep current with emerging industry trends, new technologies and best practices in the external market that can contribute to delivering effective client solutions   Develops/maintains expertise of system development methodologies, key business initiatives/issues, IT implications for systems/technologies and impact on business solutions
   

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 base salary and variable compensation/incentive awards (e.g., eligibility for cash and/or equity incentive awards, generally through participation in an incentive plan) and several other key plans such as health and well-being benefits, savings and retirement programs, paid time off (including Vacation PTO, Flex PTO, and Holiday PTO), banking benefits and discounts, career development, and reward and recognition. 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.

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

If you are an applicant with a disability and need accommodations to complete the application process, email the TD Bank US Workplace Accommodations Program at USWAPTDO@td.com. Include your full name, best way to reach you, and the accommodation needed to assist you with the application process.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.