IT Build Specialist (US)

Posted:
9/24/2024, 3:55:21 AM

Location(s):
New Jersey, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
IT & Security ⋅ Software Engineering

Work Location:

United States of America

Hours:

40

Pay Details:

$87,000 - $151,000 USD

TD is committed to providing fair and equitable compensation opportunities to all colleagues. The included salary range for this role takes into account multiple factors that are considered in making compensation decisions. The base pay actually offered may vary based upon candidate's skills and experience, job-related knowledge, licensure and certifications, geographic location, and other specific business and organizational needs. As TD puts career development at the forefront of our colleague experience, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role.

As a candidate, you are encouraged to ask compensation related questions and have an open dialogue with your recruiter who can provide you more specific details for this role.

Line of Business:

Technology Solutions

Job Description:

Provide expert advice and lead in system / application administration, installation, configuration / provisioning, platform planning and design, integration and release / deployment management.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

CUSTOMER

  • Identify, recommend, source, negotiate and implement improvements/solutions (buy/build/reuse) to enhance customer experience, availability, and/or reduce cost in support of client needs
  • Influence product direction, foresee issues and gaps, identify solutions, and work comfortably with leading edge products that are untested/ unproven in the market
  • Manage complex application deployment in load balanced service-oriented environment
  • May help test, debug, and performance analyze and document environment components
  • Research/analyze business requirements to evaluate and recommend optimal solutions within business technology architecture; collect environment requirements for infrastructure implementation by analyzing the current system environment, using technical tools and utilities
  • Develop and configure environments from conceptualization through stabilization using various platforms
  • May design, implement and maintain an automated build and install/deploy process; develop and maintain build scripts
  • Troubleshoot initial failures, coordination of resolution efforts and communication with appropriate members
  • Work with Architects to ensure that environment modifications interact appropriately, data conversion impacts are considered, and other areas of impact are addressed and meet performance requirements of the project
  • Develop and recommend technical strategies and solutions to maintain and/or expand service levels
  • Collaborate with business leaders, IT professionals, vendors / outsourced partners to assess viability/priority of projects/initiatives and ensure issues are clearly communicated
  • Lead / contribute to the project management processes conduct pre and post implementation reviews
  • Integrate technical solutions with the business environment, recognizing systems interdependencies and reusability, and ensuring seamless delivery
  • Ensure appropriate security levels are established and maintained for processes, information exchange and system implementations
  • Maintain a strong external profile, contributing to leading edge initiatives
  • Act as an expert resource providing insight and recommendations based on industry and technology trends, system strategy and design


SHAREHOLDER

  • Review, define, enforce and influence standards and appropriate quality measures/metrics
  • Ensure systems and operational availability meets or exceeds negotiated service levels, and report results as required
  • Adhere to existing processes/standards, business technology architecture, risk and production capacity guidelines; plan, monitor and escalate issues as required
  • Follow standards, policies and procedures to ensure compliance with the Disaster Recovery Plan (DRP) and applicable Business Recovery Plans (BRP)
  • Comply with well-defined enterprise technology delivery practices and standards and project management disciplines
  • Assist in the development/maintenance of comprehensive processes for prevention of issues and participate in problem determination and timely resolution of incidents
  • Continuously enhance knowledge/expertise in own area and keep current with emerging industry trends, new technologies and best practices in the external market that can contribute to delivering effective client solutions
  • Develop/maintain expertise of system development methodologies, key business initiatives/issues, IT implications for systems/technologies and impact on business solutions
  • Identify opportunities to minimize cost, provide recommendations and/or deliver corresponding strategic solutions to support cost effectiveness
  • May develop and/or contribute to negotiations of third party contracts/agreements


EMPLOYEE / TEAM

  • Work effectively as a team, supporting other members of the team in resolving critical service issues
  • Prioritize and manage own workload in order to deliver quality results and meet timelines
  • Support a positive work environment that promotes service to the business, quality, innovation and teamwork and ensure timely communication of issues/ points of interest.
  • Participate in knowledge transfer within the team and business units
  • Identify and recommend opportunities to enhance productivity, effectiveness and operational efficiency of the business unit and/or team


BREADTH & DEPTH

  • Primary subject matter expert in multiple areas and consults with clients/or project teams with respect to all aspects of operational support / solutions
  • Works independently and/or autonomously as a senior/ lead on a diverse range of tasks / operational support of solutions and is relied upon to coach/ educate others
  • Assignments are highly complex and multifaceted
  • May monitor, coach/ educate a small team of IT professionals
  • Acts as a key resource in the exchange of technical information for project teams, the business and/or outside vendors
  • Generally reports to a Senior Manager or Executive

EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION:

  • Undergraduate degree or Technical Certificate
  • Graduate degree, preferred
  • 7+ years relevant experience

ADDITIONAL ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Acts as the point of contact for the Line of Business areas of responsibility (LOB) for any potential self-identified findings and document the control breakdown and root cause & communicate to relevant parties, taking the lead on low and some medium findings, and potentially drafting for some high risk findings
  • Drafts action plans for all issues and findings within LOB
  • Coordinates all closure activities to ensure all action plan deliverables are met, and document the remediation implemented by the business, and provide any necessary guidance or conduct any necessary activities for the LOB.
  • Prepares all closure packages or required templates for all findings and issues in the LOB

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 deliver legendary customer experiences to 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 the Bank, those we serve, and the economies we support. We are guided by our vision to Be the Better Bank and our purpose to enrich the lives of our customers, communities and colleagues. 

TD is deeply committed to being a leader in customer experience, that is why we believe that all colleagues, no matter where they work, are customer facing. As we build our business and deliver on our strategy, we are innovating to enhance the customer experience and build capabilities to shape the future of banking. Whether you’ve got years of banking experience or are just starting your career in financial services, we can help you realize your potential. Through regular leadership and development conversations to mentorship and training programs, we’re here to support you towards your goals. As an organization, we keep growing – and so will you.

Our Total Rewards Package


Our Total Rewards package reflects the investments we make in our colleagues to help them and their families achieve their financial, physical and mental well-being goals. Total Rewards at TD includes base salary and variable compensation/incentive awards (e.g., eligibility for cash and/or equity incentive awards, generally through participation in an incentive plan) and several other key plans such as health and well-being benefits, savings and retirement programs, paid time off (including Vacation PTO, Flex PTO, and Holiday PTO), banking benefits and discounts, career development, and reward and recognition. Learn more

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. Whether you have a passion for helping customers and want to expand your experience, or you want to coach and inspire your colleagues, there are many different career paths within our organization at TD – and we’re committed to helping you identify opportunities that support your goals.

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 are an applicant with a disability and need accommodations to complete the application process, email the TD Bank US Workplace Accommodations Program at [email protected]. Include your full name, best way to reach you, and the accommodation needed to assist you with the application process.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.