Lead Software Developer
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The Lead Software Developer - API & Integration (AWS) at Bank of Montreal (BMO) will lead a team in designing and building scalable, secure, cloud-native applications using AWS serverless technologies. This hybrid role based in Toronto requires driving best practices in architecture, coding, security, and performance, while championing DevOps culture and mentoring developers. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of experience building APIs and integrations, with extensive AWS experience and strong development skills in Node.js and/or Java.
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- Salary
- CA$75,900 – CA$141,900/yr
- Experience Required
- 5+ years
- Posted
- ~Jul 3, 2026
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Lead Software Developer – API & Integration (AWS)
Digital Core B2B | Toronto (Hybrid)
Build what powers the bank.
Join BMO’s Digital Core B2B API & Integration team and help design the platforms that enable seamless, secure, and scalable digital interactions across our ecosystem. We’re looking for a hands-on technical leader who thrives in building modern cloud-native solutions and mentoring high-performing teams.
What You’ll Do
- Lead and mentor a team of developers delivering enterprise-grade API and integration solutions
- Design and build scalable, secure, cloud-native applications using AWS serverless technologies
- Drive best practices across architecture, coding, security, and performance
- Partner with architects, product teams, and stakeholders to shape solutions and roadmap
- Champion DevOps culture with CI/CD, automation, and observability
- Conduct code reviews and elevate engineering quality across the team
- Continuously improve systems, processes, and developer productivity
- Explore and adopt emerging technologies to enhance solutions
What You Bring
- 5+ years building APIs and integration solutions (REST/SOAP)
- 5+ years of hands-on AWS experience (Lambda, API Gateway, Step Functions, etc.)
- 3+ years leading developers and driving technical delivery
- Strong development experience with Node.js and/or Java
- Solid understanding of API security (OAuth, SSL/TLS)
- Experience with API tooling (Swagger/OpenAPI, Postman, API Connect)
- Familiarity with DevOps and CI/CD pipelines (Bitbucket, Bamboo, JIRA)
- Knowledge of modern software development practices (SDLC, testing, release management)
- Experience with relational and NoSQL databases
Bonus Points
- Exposure to AI/ML or Generative AI concepts or integrations
- Interest in applying AI to automation, APIs, or developer productivity
Why Join Us
- Work on mission-critical platforms powering enterprise and client experiences
- Lead with impact—shape both solutions and team culture
- Be part of a modern cloud transformation leveraging AWS and API-first architecture
- Collaborate with talented engineers, architects, and product leaders
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The above represents BMO Financial Group’s pay range and type.
Salaries will vary based on factors such as location, skills, experience, education, and qualifications for the role, and may include a commission structure. Salaries for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on number of hours regularly worked. For commission roles, the salary listed above represents BMO Financial Group’s expected target for the first year in this position.
BMO Financial Group’s total compensation package will vary based on the pay type of the position and may include performance-based incentives, discretionary bonuses, as well as other perks and rewards. BMO also offers health insurance, tuition reimbursement, accident and life insurance, and retirement savings plans. To view more details of our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.bmo.com/global/en/Total-Rewards
About Us
At BMO we are driven by a shared Purpose: Boldly Grow the Good in business and life. It calls on us to create lasting, positive change for our customers, our communities and our people. By working together, innovating and pushing boundaries, we transform lives and businesses, and power economic growth around the world.
As a member of the BMO team you are valued, respected and heard, and you have more ways to grow and make an impact. We strive to help you make an impact from day one – for yourself and our customers. We’ll support you with the tools and resources you need to reach new milestones, as you help our customers reach theirs. From in-depth training and coaching, to manager support and network-building opportunities, we’ll help you gain valuable experience, and broaden your skillset.
To find out more visit us at https://jobs.bmo.com/ca/en.
BMO is committed to an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace. By learning from each other’s differences, we gain strength through our people and our perspectives. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. To request accommodation, please contact your recruiter.
Note to Recruiters: BMO does not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to BMO, directly or indirectly, will be considered BMO property. BMO will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. A recruiting agency must first have a valid, written and fully executed agency agreement contract for service to submit resumes.