Application Analyst

Attendance

Hybrid

Job number

29310

Category

Senior Professional

Status: Permanent

Type of Contract

Permanent

Schedule: Full-Time

Full Time / Part Time?

Full-Time

Posting date

03-Nov-2025

Area(s) of interest: Information technology

Location(s): Toronto

A career as an Application Analyst Electronic Trading at National Bank means that you will be a Technology Support Specialist for electronic trading activities.

This position allows you to have a positive impact on our organization thanks to your expertise in market systems, your understanding of transaction flows and your ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

Your job

Analyze and understand existing trading technologies and innovations in the sector, both internally and externally
Review, test and deploy market data flows and order entry systems, provide day-to-day support for electronic trading platforms and all their technical components
Actively participate in engineering design discussions and produce the necessary functional and design deliverables
Meet business needs by breaking down requests, estimating the effort required and ensuring continuous delivery based on agile principles
Continuously improve technological performance by optimizing processes and identifying effective solutions, monitor technology, propose innovative ideas and participate in their evaluation and implementation
Take charge of post-market activities, such as managing drop copies and monitoring related operations
Work closely with internal partners and external suppliers in all aspects of the role
Rigorously document support, maintenance and referral activities using the tools provided

Your team

The IT and Operations team is made up of more than 5500 proactive, collaborative experts who work with agility to seize opportunities, stay on the cutting edge of technology, and continuously improve our processes.

The Vice-Presidency, Financial Markets Technology, has more than 100 specialists who work agile, proactive and collaborative to seize opportunities, stay on the cutting edge of technology and continuously improve processes.

You are part of a large team of 15 colleagues in the Electronic Trading sector and will report to the Senior Manager Trading Technology.

Our team stands out for its high level of expertise, its ongoing collaboration with the development, strategy and negotiation teams, and its commitment to innovation and operational excellence.

Our goal is to offer you maximum flexibility to promote your quality of life. This includes a hybrid work environment and a flexible and adaptable schedule.

The Bank values continuous development and internal mobility. Our personalized training programs, based on on-the-job learning, help you master your profession and develop new fields of expertise. Tools such as the Data Academy, Language Training, Harvard Learning Centre and coaching and mentoring support are available to you at any time.

Prerequisites

A university degree in computer science, software engineering or a related field
Experience in software development, an asset
Good knowledge of trading systems (EMS, OMS, SOR) and Canadian financial markets, an asset
Proficient in the Linux environment and Python language, an important asset
Knowledge of C++, an asset
Strong ability to manage priorities in a dynamic and pressured environment.

Languages:

English

Skills

Artificial Intelligence C++ Diversity & Inclusion Functional Analysis Linux Python Teamwork Cybersecurity Empathy Initiative Learning Agility Resiliency Applications Management

Your benefits

In addition to competitive compensation, upon hiring you’ll be eligible for a wide range of flexible benefits to help promote your wellbeing and that of your family.

* Health and wellness program, including many options

* Flexible group insurance

* Generous pension plan

* Employee Share Ownership Plan

* Employee and Family Assistance Program

* Preferential banking services

* Opportunities to get involved in community initiatives

* Telemedicine service

* Virtual sleep clinic

These are a few of the benefits available to you. We have an offer that keeps up with trends as well as your needs and those of your family. 

Our dynamic work environments and cutting-edge collaboration tools foster a positive employee experience. We actively listen to employees’ ideas. Whether through our surveys or programs, regular feedback and ongoing communication is encouraged.

We're putting people first

We're a bank on a human scale that stands out for its courage, entrepreneurial culture, and passion for people.   Our mission is to have a positive impact on peoples' lives. Our core values of partnership, agility, and empowerment inspire us, and inclusivity is central to our commitments. We offer a barrier-free workplace that is accessible to all employees. 

We want our recruitment process to be fully accessible. If you require accommodation, feel free to let us know during your first conversations with us. We welcome all candidates! What can you bring to our team?

Come live your ambitions with us!

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For an environment that supports your career path

There are many varied opportunities for you to progress and develop, and move ahead in your career. This includes on-the-job learning and training, co-development and pairing with other employees, professional support and mentoring, internal career days or discussion forums with our leaders.

For an inclusive and diverse environment

We foster inclusion in an environment where each person’s unique qualities, whether visible or invisible, are celebrated and valued. We welcome all candidates! What can you bring to our team?