KDB Developer

Work Location:

Belfast, United Kingdom

Hours:

35

Line of Business:

Technology Solutions

Pay Details:

We’re committed to providing fair and equitable compensation to all our colleagues. As a candidate, we encourage you to have an open dialogue with a member of our HR Team and ask compensation related questions, including pay details for this role.

Job Description:

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

CUSTOMER

• Responsible for leading development teams and thedelivery of development solutions and component / unittesting efforts
• Oversee and report on project status, managing projectteam resources and assignment, ensuring projectmilestones are met and monitoring to keep projects onschedule and to budget within identified standards
• Work with LOB TS partners to develop the content ofoverall development / solutions design deliverables andensure project estimates account for all activities in theproject scope, including project management andapplication development, software quality assurancereviews, and vendor and contract management activities
• Ensure all requirements, project plans, and changes tocommitment are communicated to all affected teammembers
• Responsible for defining Application Development Vendorstrategy and managing Vendors and SLA’s and ensurework is delivered according to the agreed-upon ServiceLevel and Operational Level Agreements
• Coordinate with relevant stakeholders to support / developsound business cases with an on-going focus onreusability, scalability, innovation and enterprise-widesolutions
• Oversee and manage escalated issues to ensureresolution or redirect as appropriate ensure

SHAREHOLDER

• Ensure that the project team follows all quality assuranceprocesses, including periodic reviews and transitions
• Drive stakeholder communication and develop effectivestakeholder management required for successfulApplication Development delivery
• Act as an escalation point for all risks and issues affectingthe development team, and for working to define andimplement mitigation strategies
• Ensure full compliance with well-defined enterprise technology delivery practices and standards and projectmanagement disciplines by ensuring that recognizedsystem development and project management processes,discipline and controls are consistently applied
• Control change to development project scope throughaccepted change management processes, impactassessment and documentation
• Responsible for delivering in line with financial forecast /plan, and achieving benefits targets as defined forApplication Development teams
• Manage and track costs in line with investmentgovernance to deliver agreed outcomes and service-levelwithin budget
• Oversee demand management and project intake process,ensuring the development team can deliver on intakerequirements and financial cost estimations are reviewedand approved
• Identifies all development related project dependenciesand risks and ensure mitigation/contingency plans are inplace for identified risks
• Represent the development team at project stakeholdermeetings and obtain buy-in from senior management for allkey project plans, commitments, and changes includingrequirements, quality assurance plans, budget, schedule,and scope changes
• Define and establish appropriate governance structuresand processes to ensure that the Development teamadopts and adheres to all defined operational and servicedelivery processes

EMPLOYEE / TEAM

• Responsible for management of the overall development /design teams providing both leadership and technicalguidance
• Set targets and objectives for the team, and deliver results
• Grow team expertise to align with enterprise demand andthe Bank's technology direction; assess team skills andcapabilities and continually look for ways to provide andenhance the value delivered
• Foster an environment / culture that encouragesproductivity, innovation, process improvement, teamworkand a high level of professionalism
• Co-ordinate necessary resources to ensure completion bydeadlines
• Provide coaching, development, succession, recruitment,resource management and overall team leadership forteam members and provide regular input into teammembers’ assessment of performance and developmentplans
• Prioritize and manage own workload in order to deliverquality results and meet timelines
• Support a positive work environment that promotes serviceto the business, quality, innovation and teamwork andensure timely communication of issues/ points of interest
• Identify and recommend opportunities to enhanceproductivity, effectiveness and operational efficiency of thebusiness unit and/or team
• Establish effective relationships across multiple businessand technology partners, program and project managers
• Participate in knowledge transfer within the team andbusiness units

BREADTH & DEPTH

• Expertknowledge ofBank,technologystandards andmanagingpeople /projects
• Advancedunderstandingof businessesand/ororganizationalpractices/disciplines
• Strongknowledge ofexternalcompetition,and/or markettrends inrelation toown business
• Manages asizeablegroup or teamof ITprofessionals(e.g. <25)responsiblefordevelopment /solutionsdesign and/orsystemenhancements, newreleases orprojectdeliverableswithincreasingcomplexity ofmoderate tobroad scope
• Orchestratesthedevelopmentof resolutions,plans andstrategies foroperationaladvancement
• Typicallyreports to aSeniorManager orexecutive

EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION

• Undergraduate degree orTechnicalCertificate
• Graduatedegree,preferred
• 7+ yearsrelevantexperience

Who We Are

TD is one of the world's leading global financial institutions and is the fifth largest bank in North America by branches/stores. Every day, we strive to make every interaction, product, and experience remarkably human and refreshingly simple for over 27 million households and businesses in Canada, the United States and around the world. More than 95,000 TD colleagues bring their skills, talent, and creativity to foster deeper relationships, ensure disciplined execution, and build a simpler, faster banking experience. TD is deeply committed to being a leader in client experience, that is why we believe that all colleagues, no matter where they work, are client facing. Together, we are reimagining what banking can be for our clients, colleagues and communities.

Our Total Rewards Package
Our Total Rewards package reflects the investment we make in our colleagues to help them, and their families achieve their well-being goals. Total Rewards at TD includes a base salary and several other key plans such as health and well-being benefits, including medical coverage, paid time off, career development, and reward and recognition programs.

Additional Information:
We’re delighted that you’re considering building a career with TD. Through regular development conversations, training programs, and a competitive benefits plan, we’re committed to providing the support our colleagues need to thrive both at work and at home.
 
Colleague Development 

If you’re interested in a specific career path or are looking to build certain skills, we want to help you succeed. You’ll have regular career, development, and performance conversations with your manager, as well as access to an online learning platform and a variety of mentoring programs to help you unlock future opportunities. 

If you’re passionate about helping clients and building deep, lasting relationships, TD offers diverse career paths where you can grow your expertise and make a meaningful impact.  

We're committed to your success and foster a respectful workplace where diverse perspectives are valued, everyone has fair opportunities to grow, and you can unlock your full potential to achieve your career goals. Here at TD, we hire and develop the best.

Training & Onboarding
We will provide training and onboarding sessions to ensure that you’ve got everything you need to succeed in your new role.
 

Interview Process 
We’ll reach out to candidates of interest to schedule an interview. We do our best to communicate outcomes to all applicants by email or phone call.

Accommodation 

If you require an accommodation for the recruitment / interview process (including alternate formats of materials, or accessible meeting rooms or other accommodation), please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.