Department: Engineering & Technology
Location: Hybrid – GTA, Ontario, Canada
Reports to: Chief Technology Officer (CTO)
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee the technical architecture and infrastructure for HorizonFlare’s fintech platform, ensuring security, scalability, and compliance.
- Lead a team of software engineers, architects, and DevOps professionals, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.
- Drive the development and integration of backend services for payments, card issuing, and digital banking.
- Collaborate with the product and compliance teams to ensure seamless user experiences while maintaining regulatory standards.
- Stay ahead of emerging technologies and industry trends to drive technological innovation.
- Manage technology budgets and vendor relationships to optimize performance and cost efficiency.
- Ensure adherence to security best practices and fintech compliance standards.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
- 12+ years of experience in software engineering, with 5+ years in a leadership role.
- Deep understanding of fintech infrastructure, payment processing, APIs, and cloud computing.
- Proven ability to lead large-scale engineering teams and complex projects.
- Experience with AWS, Kubernetes, microservices, and secure API development.
- Strong problem-solving and leadership skills.
