We are seeking an engineering expert and an execution-focused senior full-stack software engineer to accelerate our AI & Innovation efforts within the Digital Technologies group in Wealth & Asset Management Technology area. This role will be responsible for implementation of high-impact AI use cases, accelerating adoption of platforms like Copilot Studio, Autonomous Agents, ensuring intelligent automation across the enterprise.
You will work with a team of experts to bring AI solutions from concept to production, ensuring alignment with business goals, regulatory requirements, and enterprise architecture standards.
Position Responsibilities:
Develop and maintain end to end application stack which includes frontend, backend and cloud infrastructure for the application.
Participate in architectural discussions and contribute to the design of the new features and systems.
Contribute to the team by conducting code reviews to ensure the code quality and follow industry norms.
Debug and resolve technical issues and bugs with the multi-functional teams.
Understanding of standard methodologies for securing systems, including authentication, authorization, data encryption, and protection against common security threats.
Maintain and ensure high quality software by writing clean, maintainable, and well-documented code that adheres to industry standards and coding standards, with accountability for production reliability and usage
Agile team experience where responsibilities include the planning and delivery of user stories in an Agile SCRUM environment
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in computer science, Software Engineering or related field (or equivalent experience)
Minimum of 8 years of experience in a full stack software development.
Minimum of 2 to 3 years of experience leading a team of Software Engineers.
Proficiency in Python, Angular, Node.js/React, Azure DB, JavaScript, AKS & Azure cloud services, MongoDB etc.
Experience with DevOps, RESTful API design and development.
Experience working with GenAI technologies, LLMs, Agentic solutions. Familiarity with GitHub Copilot Studio, GitHub Co-pilot and similar solutions.
Experience with CI/CD pipeline and tools such as GitHub Actions and Jenkins.
Version control, performance optimization and coding standard processes
Need to have production support during non-office hours
Collaborative attitude, willingness to work with team members; able to coach, participate in code reviews, share skills and methods
Experiments with emerging technologies and understanding how they will impact what comes next.
When you join our team:
We’ll empower you to learn and grow the career you want.
We’ll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words.
As part of our global team, we’ll support you in shaping the future you want to see.
The role being advertised is an existing vacancy.
About Manulife and John Hancock
Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider, helping people make their decisions easier and lives better. To learn more about us, visit https://www.manulife.com/en/about/our-story.html.
Manulife is an Equal Opportunity Employer
At Manulife/John Hancock, we embrace our diversity. We strive to attract, develop and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the customers we serve and to foster an inclusive work environment that embraces the strength of cultures and individuals. We are committed to fair recruitment, retention, advancement and compensation, and we administer all of our practices and programs without discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion or religious beliefs, creed, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, genetic characteristics, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other ground protected by applicable law.
It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Manulife/John Hancock policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact [email protected].
Referenced Salary Location
Toronto, OntarioWorking Arrangement
Salary range is expected to be between
$113,000.00 CAD - $163,000.00 CADEmployees also have the opportunity to participate in incentive programs and earn incentive compensation tied to business and individual performance. The actual salary will vary depending on local market conditions, geography and relevant job-related factors such as knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience, and education/training. If you are applying for this role outside of the primary location, please contact [email protected] for the salary range for your location.
Manulife offers eligible employees a wide array of customizable benefits, including health, dental, mental health, vision, short- and long-term disability, life and AD&D insurance coverage, adoption/surrogacy and wellness benefits, and employee/family assistance plans. We also offer eligible employees various retirement savings plans (including pension and a global share ownership plan with employer matching contributions) and financial education and counseling resources. Our generous paid time off program in Canada includes holidays, vacation, personal, and sick days, and we offer the full range of statutory leaves of absence. If you are applying for this role in the U.S., please contact [email protected] for more information about U.S.-specific paid time off provisions.
We use data and analytics technologies, such as artificial intelligence (AI), and automated processing tools, to analyze and process the information you provide to us or third parties in the application process. For more information, please refer to our personal information collection statement.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience
- Minimum 8 years full-stack software development experience
- 2-3 years experience leading a team of Software Engineers
- Proficiency in Python
- Proficiency in Angular
- Proficiency in Node.js
- Proficiency in React
- Proficiency in JavaScript
- Experience with Azure DB and Azure cloud services
- Experience with AKS (Azure Kubernetes Service)
- Experience with MongoDB
- Experience with DevOps practices
- Experience designing and developing RESTful APIs
- Experience with GenAI technologies, LLMs, and agentic/Autonomous Agent solutions
- Familiarity with GitHub Copilot Studio and GitHub Copilot
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines and tools such as GitHub Actions and Jenkins
- Experience with version control, performance optimization, and coding standards
- Understanding of system security: authentication, authorization, encryption, threat protection
- Agile SCRUM team experience
- Ability to provide production support during non-office hours
Manulife Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is portrayed as comprehensive, spanning medical, dental, prescription drugs, vision, critical illness, and short- and long-term disability. Mental-health support is emphasized via EAP-style services and high annual coverage limits in some regions, alongside wellness programs and navigation tools.
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings are positioned as a meaningful part of total rewards, including group RRSP/defined contribution pension options and employer matching in some cases. Ownership-related programs such as share purchase/stock options are also described as available for eligible employees.
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Flexible Benefits — Benefits are described as robust and flexible, with customizable packages and spending-account style options in some plans. Digital tools (mobile app/claims) and reward-linked wellness programs are framed as making benefits easier to use and more engaging.
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What We Do
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