TDS Equity Research and Investment Banking Technology team is responsible for building scalable tech to deliver datasets, analytical tools, and workflow automation to front line business users. We are looking for a talented Developer with full-stack experience and an interest in Equity Research, Global Markets, 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. The VP - Technology Solutions TDS is responsible to provide expert advice and counsel in system planning, performance, integration, operations and development. 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