Director, AI Native SDLC at Scotiabank — NeverHard

In this role, you will: Directly design, build, and deploy core AI‑Native SDLC capabilities, including: Enterprise guidelines, standards, and procedures embedded in tooling CLI‑based developer platforms (e.g., GitHub Copilot harnesses and extensions) Provide deep technical direction and contribution to MCP server design and integration, ensuring enterprise‑grade security (authentication, authorization, auditability). Oversee and contribute to secure GitHub Actions implementations, enabling AI agents with controlled permissions and governed artifact handling. Define, own, and evolve the enterprise AI‑Native SDLC framework, covering: AI‑assisted requirements, architecture, development, testing, and operations Standardized IDE tooling, agent skills, and devContainer environments AI integration patterns across CI/CD pipelines and developer workflows Ensure all frameworks are practical, scalable, and grounded in real engineering implementations. Drive consistency across business lines through reusable patterns, templates, and reference architectures. Policy, Standards & Governance Establish and own enterprise SDLC policies, engineering standards, and AI usage guidelines. Define enforceable guardrails for AI‑enabled development, including: Secure and responsible use of LLMs and agents Data privacy, access control, and model interaction boundaries Traceability, auditability, and explainability of AI‑generated outputs Develop and maintain: Enterprise engineering standards documentation Approved AI patterns and reference architectures Secure coding and review standards specific to AI workflows Partner with Risk, Security, Compliance, and Architecture to embed regulatory and enterprise controls. Process Definition, Documentation & Rollout Lead creation of enterprise‑grade SDLC documentation, including: Playbooks, engineering patterns, and implementation guides Reference architectures (C4 models, ADRs) Sample pipelines, templates, and reusable assets Define and execute enterprise rollout strategy, including: Phased adoption models across engineering teams Developer enablement, training, and workshops Hands‑on support for priority and early adopter programs Establish scorecard‑based governance models to measure: Adoption and compliance Engineering quality and risk reduction AI effectiveness and productivity impact Developer Experience & Platform Enablement Shape and deliver a modern, AI‑enabled developer experience (DevEx) across the bank. Oversee development and packaging of reusable components: Agents and agent skill libraries SDKs and internal frameworks CLI tools and automation CI/CD templates and pipelines Drive adoption of standardized development environments (e.g., devContainers, codified environments). Leadership, Influence & Continuous Innovation Act as a technical thought leader in AI‑driven software engineering both internally and externally. Influence senior engineering and business stakeholders on AI adoption strategy and execution. Mentor engineers, senior engineers, and technical leads through hands‑on engagement, code reviews, and architectural guidance. Continuously evaluate and introduce emerging AI and engineering capabilities, refining the SDLC based on: Developer feedback Usage metrics and KPIs Risk and compliance insights Do you have the skills that will enable you to succeed in this role? We’d love to work with you if you have: 10+ years of hands‑on software engineering experience, including senior technical leadership roles. Proven success defining and scaling SDLC frameworks, engineering standards, or developer platforms at enterprise level. Hands‑on experience integrating LLM APIs into real‑world development workflows. Experience building custom agents and agent skills for CLI‑based harnesses (GitHub Copilot preferred), including packaging for reuse. Experience designing or integrating MCP servers with strong security and governance controls. Deep experience with GitHub Actions and CI/CD, including secure execution of AI agents. Demonstrated experience defining policies, standards, and governance frameworks within engineering organizations. Strong understanding of cloud platforms (Azure preferred), APIs, distributed systems, and DevOps practices. Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive enterprise‑wide adoption. Working knowledge of architecture design artifacts (C4 diagrams, ADRs). Experience implementing scorecard‑based governance with measurable, traceable outcomes. Experience with container platforms (Docker, Kubernetes). Hands‑on experience with devContainers or reproducible development environments. Experience building or contributing to developer platforms or internal engineering ecosystems. Experience in financial services or highly regulated environments. What's in it for you? Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Allyship – We strive to create an inclusive culture where every employee is empowered to reach their fullest potential, respected for who they are, and embraced through bias‑free practices and inclusive values across Scotiabank. We embrace diversity and provide opportunities for all employees to learn, grow & participate through our various Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that span across diverse gender identities, ethnicity, race, age, ability & veterans. Accessibility and Workplace Accommodations – We value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to the Bank, and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. Scotiabank continues to locate, remove and prevent barriers so that we can build a diverse and inclusive environment while meeting accessibility requirements. Upskilling through online courses, cross‑functional development opportunities, and tuition assistance. Competitive Rewards program including bonus, flexible vacation, personal, sick days and benefits will start on day one. Dynamic Ecosystem – Free tea & coffee, universal washrooms, and lots of space for team collaboration. Community Engagement – No matter where you choose to work from; we offer opportunities for community engagement & belonging with our various programs. Location(s): Canada – Ontario – Toronto Scotiabank is a leading bank in the Americas. Guided by our purpose: “for every future”, we help our customers, their families and their communities achieve success through a broad range of advice, products and services, including personal and commercial banking, wealth management and private banking, corporate and investment banking, and capital markets. At Scotiabank, we value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to the Bank, and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. If you require accommodation (including, but not limited to, an accessible interview site, alternate format documents, ASL Interpreter, or Assistive Technology) during the recruitment and selection process, please let our Recruitment team know. If you require technical assistance, please click here. #J-18808-Ljbffr