Releady

Lead Software Developer

Releady  •  Toronto, CA (Hybrid)  •  18 days ago
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Job Description

 OVERVIEW

A major financial institution's Personal and Business Banking team is looking for a lead developer to join as a technical point of contact and mentor within an existing development team. This person will balance hands-on development work with code review, task coordination, and cross-team communication.

Hourly Rate: $64 T4 / $70 IC

Location: Hybrid, 1 day per week in office downtown Toronto

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Own development work across assigned applications within the AWS/Node.js stack
  • Conduct code reviews and help drive task completion across the team
  • Serve as the primary point of contact in meetings for the applications they own
  • Support developers with technical questions and troubleshooting
  • Translate technical work into terms non-technical stakeholders can understand
  • Manage own workload via Jira, including task tracking against delivery dates

QUALIFICATIONS

  • 5 to 10 years of professional software development experience
  • Strong hands-on experience with TypeScript and JavaScript
  • Node.js runtime experience
  • AWS experience, specifically Lambda, API Gateway, S3, and DynamoDB
  • Demonstrated experience using AI coding tools (GitHub Copilot, Claude Code, or similar) in a real production workflow, with the ability to speak to how output is validated
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences
  • C# experience is a plus
  • Prior lead or informal mentorship experience is a plus (not people management)
  • Banking or financial services experience is a plus, not required

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or other non-merit factor. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees.

Releady

About Releady

Releady (REL-uh-dee) is a diverse and women-owned firm that provides technology, engineering, data, digital, marketing, and creative talent solutions. We're passionate about making genuine connections, finding innovative strategies, and adding a personal touch. We develop customized solutions that meet clients’ specific requirements and exceed expectations.

At Releady, our diverse community, clients, and consultants aren’t just important—they’re at the core of who we are. Our drive is fueled by a culture that embraces diversity, is rooted in purpose, aims for inclusive growth, and is unwaveringly committed to impactful results.

We're excited about the possibility of partnering with you. Whether seeking innovative solutions for your business or exploring the next big step in your career, Releady is here to guide you.

Interested in joining our team? Our workplace policy embodies trust & innovation. We fully embrace remote work, viewing it as more than just a convenience-it's an affirmation of autonomy & flexibility. Our approach is built to reimagine work, enabling a culture that values individual well-being while driving collective goals!

Industry
HR & Recruiting
Company Size
11-50 employees
Headquarters
Seattle, WA
Year Founded
2023
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