Software Designer

  • Employer: iA Financial Group
  • Office: 1080, Grande Allee West
  • Location: Québec, Quebec
  • Other Possible Location(s): Montreal, Quebec
  • Job category: Systems Software Development
  • Job ID: JR10026271
  • Job type: Permanent Job
  • Apply before: 2026-05-04

Description

Job Title

Software Designer

Build the future with us

Are you driven by the development of high‑performing technology solutions and eager to contribute to the purpose of a company whose mission is to ensure that its clients feel confident and secure about their future? As a Software Designer, you will play a key role in the design, evolution and administration of software development platforms and practices at the corporate level.

This position is a great opportunity to showcase your skills and fully realize your potential within a caring and trustworthy company. Here, people and their development are at the heart of our priorities, fostering an environment that encourages collaboration and innovation.

What you’ll accomplish with us

As a Software Designer, you’ll be at the core of our mission. Here are the main responsibilities:

  • Administering, configuring and enhancing software development platforms (Azure DevOps Services, GitHub Enterprise, Artifactory, etc.);

  • Managing access rights, updates, configuration and feature activation for development tools;

  • Supporting delivery teams in the adoption of DevSecOps tools and practices;

  • Supporting the implementation and optimization of CI/CD pipelines;

  • Gathering and analyzing the needs of development teams (integration, security, testing, deployment);

  • Designing standards, templates, automations and tool integrations aligned with identified needs;

  • Designing and evolving reusable components and integrations;

  • Ensuring the quality, performance, security and maintainability of solutions;

  • Producing detailed designs in compliance with IT architecture standards;

  • Collaborating with solution architects to ensure technological consistency;

  • Participating in solution reviews and IT governance committees;

  • Acting as a technical leader for delivery teams;

  • Making technology trade‑offs and supporting the resolution of complex issues;

  • Promoting knowledge transfer and continuous improvement;

  • Evaluating and recommending technology solutions based on security, compliance, cost and reusability criteria;

  • Integrating FinOps considerations into proposed solutions;

  • Conducting technology watch activities and proposing improvements aligned with internal standards;

  • Producing and maintaining technical documentation (designs, guides, procedures, runbooks);

  • Providing technical guidance to internal and external resources;

  • Supporting production releases and post‑deployment activities.

What could accelerate your success in this role

We’re looking for someone who:

  • Holds a bachelor’s degree in computer science, management information systems, information systems, computer or software engineering, mathematics, or another relevant equivalent field;

  • Has 10 years of experience in information technology, including a minimum of 5 years in the targeted area of expertise;

  • Has experience with software development management tools (Azure DevOps Services, GitHub, etc.);

  • Is recognized for strong expertise in software solution design and development;

  • Stands out for mastery of modern development tools and platforms;

  • Demonstrates strong analytical skills, problem‑solving abilities and sound decision‑making;

  • Is recognized for technical leadership and influencing skills;

  • Has an advanced level of proficiency in both French and English, as the role involves collaborating, communicating and documenting technical solutions with suppliers, technology partners and unilingual French‑ and English‑speaking IT teams on a regular basis.

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Why you’ll love working with us

  • A work environment where learning and development merge with a collective pursuit of excellence;

  • A healthy, safe, fair, and inclusive environment where potential can be freely expressed and developed;

  • The opportunity to work in a hybrid environment, supported by flexibility and access to inspiring and innovative workspaces;

  • Competitive benefits: Flexible group insurance, competitive pension plan, stock purchase plan, vacation and wellness/personal development days, telemedicine, employee and family assistance program, ergonomic furniture program, performance bonus, discounts on iA products, and much more!

Apply now and get ahead of your career, where your talent really belongs! 

Still unsure about applying?

At iA, we believe in potential and value diverse experiences. If this role inspires you, go ahead and apply – your place might be with us, and we want to get to know you!

Get ahead of your career, where your talent belongs

See why so many people choose iA!

Company Overview

iA Financial Group is the strength of a company with a human side, with its over 10,000 employees. Together, we have earned the trust of our more than five million clients and 50,000 advisors who have chosen us for their insurance, savings, and wealth management.

With over $235 billion in assets, we’re a key player in the financial services industry in Canada and the United States. The secret to our success? Investing in you, one person at a time. Because, for over 130 years, we have believed that it’s by supporting our employees and surrounding ourselves with the most reputable leaders in the industry, we will continue to innovate.

At iA, we’re invested in you.

Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At iA Financial Group, we support and celebrate diversity. We strive to provide a workplace that is recognized as inclusive for all, regardless of ethnic origin, nationality, language, religious beliefs, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, family situation, or physical or mental disability.

Please note that if you need help or assistance to make the recruitment process more accessible for you, write to us. Someone from our team will be happy to assist you.