Technical Lead

Fidelity Canada • Toronto, ON

14d • Hybrid

About The Position

You will be working on a flexible hybrid schedule as part of Fidelity’s dynamic working arrangement. The work location for this role is 483 Bay Street in Toronto until approximately late 2026, when the work location will change to the new Mississauga office at 3 Robert Speck Parkway. At Fidelity, we’ve been helping Canadian investors build better financial futures for over 35 years. We offer individuals and institutions a range of trusted investment portfolios and services - and we’re constantly seeking to find new and better ways to help our clients. As a privately owned company, we boldly embrace innovation in all areas as we continue to grow our business into the future. Working with us means you’ll be part of a diverse and dedicated group of people who make a real difference for our clients and communities every day. You’ll have a wide range of opportunities to grow and develop your career in an inclusive environment where you’ll feel valued and supported to be your best - both personally and professionally. As a Technical Lead, leading the execution and delivery of technology solutions and continuous improvements across Fidelity’s application landscape, in close collaboration with Fidelity’s architecture teams and in alignment with enterprise standards and best practices. One of the role’s first key mandates will be the modernization of Fidelity’s core systems, working alongside architecture partners to evolve legacy platforms toward more scalable, resilient, and future‑ready solutions. Partner closely with engineers, product owners, and business stakeholders to deliver high‑quality application solutions that meet both technical and business objectives. Collaborate with business teams to break down complex initiatives into well‑defined deliverables, provide accurate estimates for scope, timelines, and resourcing, recommend technical approaches, and proactively identify and mitigate risks. Lead by example in engineering excellence by continually assessing code quality, architecture alignment, and operational risk to ensure robust, secure, and maintainable solutions. Take ownership of producing and reviewing clear, concise, and comprehensive technical documentation that supports long‑term sustainability and knowledge sharing. Contribute to the reliability of Fidelity Canada’s application portfolio by supporting day-to-day operations, including participation in the on-call rotation, while continuously identifying opportunities to improve stability, performance, and supportability. Analyze code quality and continually assess risk to ensure that high quality solutions are delivered.

Requirements

• Completed University degree in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience
• 5+ years’ experience as a fullstack developer
• 2+ years working as a team lead
• Experience in typescript/node or java/spring boot on backend, typescript/react/angular on frontend.
• Strong experience building and designing systems
• Experience leveraging artificial intelligence to solve problems creatively
• Excellent communication and documentation skills, with the ability to clearly articulate technical concepts, decisions, and risks to varied audiences.
• Independent and self-motivating with strong analytic skills and creative thinking.
• Exceptional organization skills to plan objectives and strategies in meeting team goals.
• Skilled negotiator to effectively streamline and solve problems.
• Current work authorization for Canada is required for all openings.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working within the financial industry is an asset

Responsibilities

• Leading the execution and delivery of technology solutions and continuous improvements across Fidelity’s application landscape, in close collaboration with Fidelity’s architecture teams and in alignment with enterprise standards and best practices.
• Modernization of Fidelity’s core systems, working alongside architecture partners to evolve legacy platforms toward more scalable, resilient, and future‑ready solutions.
• Partner closely with engineers, product owners, and business stakeholders to deliver high‑quality application solutions that meet both technical and business objectives.
• Collaborate with business teams to break down complex initiatives into well‑defined deliverables, provide accurate estimates for scope, timelines, and resourcing, recommend technical approaches, and proactively identify and mitigate risks.
• Lead by example in engineering excellence by continually assessing code quality, architecture alignment, and operational risk to ensure robust, secure, and maintainable solutions.
• Take ownership of producing and reviewing clear, concise, and comprehensive technical documentation that supports long‑term sustainability and knowledge sharing.
• Contribute to the reliability of Fidelity Canada’s application portfolio by supporting day-to-day operations, including participation in the on-call rotation, while continuously identifying opportunities to improve stability, performance, and supportability.
• Analyze code quality and continually assess risk to ensure that high quality solutions are delivered.

Benefits

• Flexible working arrangements - 100% remote, hybrid, and in office options
• Competitive total compensation, including company contributions to your group RRSP without a matching requirement from you
• Comprehensive health benefits that start on your first day, with 100% employer-paid premiums, that include up to $5000 annually for mental health services and therapy
• Parental leave top-up to 100% of your salary for a period of 25 weeks
• Up to $650 for home office equipment
• Generous time off policy, including 2 paid days annually to volunteer at a charity of your choice
• Diversity and inclusion programs, including an active network of Employee Resource Groups
• Extensive professional development opportunities, including access to over 11,000 training and development courses, tuition reimbursement, and monetary rewards for completing a required designation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees