Team Lead – Development

Company Summary

Come work for a company that’s committed to the success of each and every employee. A place where innovators and collaborators come together and build on each other’s talents. Where diversity is welcomed  and celebrated.

FCT provides industry-leading title insurance, default solutions and other real estate related products and services to legal, lending, valuation and real estate professionals across Canada. With FCT, you will have the opportunity to build a meaningful career. Join us as we continue to do exciting work and make a big impact on our colleagues, customers and communities.

Job Summary

We are continually searching for great talent; individuals who possess a deep commitment to the customers and markets we serve. If you would like to join a company that is committed to the success of each employee and offers challenge, purpose and the opportunity to grow both personally and professionally in a team-oriented environment, you'll enjoy a career with us! We understand that fostering a diverse and inclusive environment is critical for the success of our business, and we actively work towards it every day.

JOB SUMMARY
 

The Development Team Lead assists the Manager, Software Development with day-to-day operations, administration, team growth and development opportunities. The Development Team Lead plays a leadership role within the team, and plays a critical role in mentoring and guiding other Software Development team members to deliver successful projects across the entire I.T. project portfolio.  The Development Team Lead supports and advises Development team members on role-based and project delivery best practices and processes, as well as helps to develop and adapt to process changes and improvements.

HERE’S HOW YOU’LL CONTRIBUTE:

• Assume a leadership and guidance role for the Development team members by supporting multiple projects across the IT project portfolio at the same time
• Ensure the quality and consistency of developers deliverables
• Assess overall workload and productivity and coordinating updates to the developers Resource Plan
• Assist the Manager with coaching and developing the Development team as well as augmented resources, including overseeing many of the day-to-day operations of the team
• Provide coaching, mentorship, motivation and recognition to employees
• Provide feedback on the performance of all team members
• Review and provide feedback on Vendor Contracts across the portfolio, and overseeing augmented team resources

HERE’S WHAT YOU’LL BRING:

• 10+ years of experience as a senior developer developing enterprise business applications
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, or Sciences degree/diploma
• Financial Services industry knowledge
• Strong technical knowledge of Digital technologies (Cloud, Big Data, Web, Mobile) in general and specifically Microsoft Technology Stack
• In-depth understanding and experience with agile software methodologies, such as Scrum, DevSecOps, Software release and configuration management, and secure coding practices
• Strong written and verbal communication, as well as meeting facilitation skills
• Effective at building and maintaining positive business and cross-functional relationships
• Track record as a leader, successfully guiding and motivating individuals and groups
• Demonstrated experience with delegating work, reviewing others’ deliverables and delivering constructive feedback

HERE’S WHAT SETS US APART: 

Through mentoring, innovative tools, and a variety of programs that engage and reward, we empower each employee to be great and drive results.

• Comprehensive benefits that include Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and Wellness Essentials

• Group retirement savings plan with company match

• Paid holidays and generous paid time off

• Hybrid work arrangements

• Paid volunteer opportunities and charitable donation matching

• Employee recognition programs that include referral incentives

• Potential for performance-based incentives 

• The opportunity to participate in our stock purchase plan

• And more!

*As per terms of the employment agreement

The Great Place to Work® Institute has named FCT one of Canada’s Top 50 Best Workplaces, Best Workplaces in Canada for Financial Services & Insurance, Best Workplaces in Canada for Women, Best Workplaces in Canada for Inclusion and Best Workplaces in Canada for Mental Wellness. We’re also one of Achievers 50 Most Engaged Workplaces™ in North America.

By joining us, you will not only be part of an award-winning organization, you will be part of a workforce that is engaged and empowered to succeed.

Thank you for considering FCT. We look forward to meeting you.

In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, a request for accommodation will be accepted as part of FCT’s hiring process.

To avoid any delays in the recruitment process, if you require accommodation to apply, please provide your accommodation needs in advance. You may also be required to submit adequate medical/other documentation to Human Resources to support your request for accommodation.

FCT is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an active nondiscrimination program. All recruitment, hiring, placements, transfers, promotions, training, compensation, benefits, discipline, and other terms and conditions of employment will be on the basis of the qualifications of the individual regardless of race, colour, place of origin, ethnic origin, citizenship, handicap (including mental and physical disability), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, creed (religion), marital status, family status (being in a parent/child relationship), age, or any other basis prohibited by the applicable provincial or federal human rights legislation.