Position SummaryReporting to the Director, Information Technology, the Technical Lead is a senior position in the Software Development and Information Technology teams. This role has 3 main purposes:Designing and delivering high‑quality software solutions that enhance operational efficiency and introduce new capabilities for the LP Financial team and advisorsSupporting the operation and evolution of key dealer systems and technology platforms, including internally developed applications and third‑party systems, in collaboration with infrastructure and security leadershipMentoring and developing junior software developers, providing guidance on software design, coding standards, development practices, and effective use of technology to strengthen team capability and long‑term maintainabilityWhile this role is primarily focused on technology and software development, it is imperative that they learn and understand the organizational structure of LP Financial, our relationships with our advisors and their clients, and become familiar with the financial services industry.ResponsibilitiesSOFTWARE DEVELOPMENTProvide technical leadership and mentorship to developers through architectural guidance, code reviews, and design discussions, reinforcing design consistency, code quality, and qualified growthCollaborate with leadership, developers, system administrators, and stakeholders to establish technical direction, priorities, and delivery plansManage and coordinate software release cycles, contribute to sprint planning and backlog refinement, and oversee release‑related activities to ensure predictable deliveryDefine and implement software architecture aligned with business goals, establish coding standards and architectural guidelines, and maintain key documentationEvaluate and recommend technologies, frameworks, and tools to improve system performance, reliability, and developer effectivenessLead requirements gathering activities, consolidating stakeholder input and achieving alignment and approvalApply the software development life cycle across major initiatives, from analysis and design through implementation and deploymentDefine and manage testing strategies and plans,



coordinating testing activities across internal and external resourcesImprove development workflows and tooling, including support for DevOps practices such as automation, CI/CD, and infrastructure‑as‑codeOversee integration of third‑party systems and cloud‑based servicesEnsure scalability, reliability, security, and performance across all software solutionsMonitor emerging technologies and industry trends to inform architectural decisions and long‑term technical strategyINFRASTRUCTURE & SOFTWARE MANAGEMENTCollaborate with the infrastructure lead to support the hardware, network, infrastructure, cloud, desktop, and mobile technologies in use at LP; assist with standardization initiatives as appropriateSupport the management and maintenance of critical infrastructure, including SQL Server databases and the Univeris EWMS back‑office systemWork closely with the infrastructure lead on the management of hybrid (on‑premise and cloud) infrastructure to help deliver secure, reliable, and scalable systemsContribute to the coordination of infrastructure strategy across on‑premise and Azure cloud environments to support business and application needsAssist in monitoring system performance and availability, recommending improvements to optimize cost and efficiency across hybrid environmentsSupport backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity processes, including participation in testing for both on‑prem and cloud systemsMaintain and contribute to documentation (written and/or graphical)



of key LP business technologiesSECURITYStay abreast of digital and physical security threats & best practices and implement security solutions as appropriateEnsure LP’s technology meets necessary financial services compliance standardsContribute to the annual review of LP’s “Business Continuity Plan” documents and drillsOtherAd‑hoc support – be an expert external resource for the LP Financial team and advisors with usage of LP technology and other technology related questionsKey Platforms & TechnologiesMicrosoft Azure (Functions, Storage, Web Apps, KeyVault, Service Bus, Virtual Machines)Microsoft Dynamics CRMMicrosoft SQL ServerDockerRESTful APIsC#, WPF, .NET, .NET FrameworkJavaScript, TypeScript, Angular, VueVisual Studio, Visual Studio Code, GitQualificationsPost‑secondary diploma/degree in a field related to Computer Science, or equivalent experienceTen or more years of experience in Software Development is requiredFamiliarity with the financial services industry is an assetA combination of education and experience will be consideredThe base salary for this position is between $53,900.00 – $89,800.00 annually. This represents base salary only and does not represent other variable compensation components of our total compensation (i.E., annual bonus, commission, etc.).What we offerCareer Development: Opportunities for career advancement, access to industry‑leading learning programs and up to $2,000 annually towards education reimbursementHealth & Wellness: Flexible health and dental benefits, plus a $5,000 mental health benefit to support your well‑beingTime Off: In addition to regular vacation and personal days, we support community involvement with a volunteer dayFinancial Security: Company‑matching pension plan, share ownership programme and additional investment optionsRewards and Recognition: Employee recognition programmes, service milestone celebrations, employee discounts and moreEmphasis on Community: We provide a workplace where employees feel connected and supported through Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), mentorship programmes, social clubs and eventsWe’re committed to removing barriers and ensuring equal access to employment. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation during the application process may contact [email protected]. All information provided will be handled in accordance with applicable laws and Canada Life policies.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Software Development Lead - $53,900 - $89,800 A Year (Toronto)
🏢 LP Financial
📍 Toronto