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Scientific Software Engineer / Senior Scientific Software Engineer

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The Bank of Canada has a vision to be a leading central bank-dynamic, engaged and trusted-committed to a better Canada. No other employer in the country offers you the unique opportunity to work at the very center of Canada's economy, in an organization with significant impact on the economic and financial well-being of all Canadians. You will be challenged, energized and motivated to excel in our environment. 

Building on the principles that have always guided us - excellence, integrity and respect - we strive to be forward-looking and innovative, to welcome people with diverse perspectives and talents, and to earn trust by living up to our commitments and by clearly explaining the intent of our policies and actions.  

With our defined-benefit pension plan, benefits, and high flexibility for work life balance - find out more about why we are annually ranked as one of Canada's top employers:  Working Here - Bank of Canada

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What you need to know

Our team serves as a key bridge between the Bank's economic departments and the Information Technology Services (ITS) group. In addition to coordinating the evolution of IT infrastructure and resolving technical issues, we play an active role in designing, developing, and integrating software solutions and analytic tools tailored to the specific needs of economists and researchers. This includes supporting high-performance computing environments and helping to build   the technical foundation that enables the development and application of economic models.

What you will do

We are seeking a candidate who will take a hands-on role in developing and engineering robust software systems, helping shape analytic environments and developing innovative tools that directly support economic research and policy work.

More specifically you will:

• develop and enhance technical frameworks that support economics model development across the Bank's economics departments
• design, develop and implement new software programs while maintaining and optimizing the performance of existing software
• write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code, and participate in code reviews to ensure high quality standards
• lead and contribute to the analysis phase by gathering user needs and defining functional and technical requirements
• create user documentation and deliver training session for newly developed tools and solutions
• lead and participate in functional testing and acceptance testing to ensure software reliability and usability
• provide technical guidance support to economists, helping to resolve "how-to" questions related to analytic tools and environment
• contribute to the development, enhancement and support of systems used in the core business functions
• collaborate closely with internal partners, including economists and finance professionals as well as external counterparts to support operational objectives
• mentor colleagues within areas of expertise, promoting knowledge sharing and strengthening team effectiveness.

What you need to succeed

You are an experienced software and data/modeling engineer with a background in economics, statistics, or a related field. You are proficient in MATLAB, Python, and version control tools such as Git, and have a proven ability to deliver complex solutions. You are comfortable integrating multiple technologies and programming languages to design efficient and reliable systems. You bring strong problemsolving skills, attention to detail, and take full ownership of projects from end to end.

You are a proactive and collaborative problem-solver who works effectively with technical specialists and external partners to understand client needs, set priorities, and move initiatives forward. With strong organizational and analytical skills, you can navigate complex technical environments and translate requirements into practical solutions.

You are also a flexible self-starter who thrives both independently and as part of a team. Strong communication and interpersonal skills enable you to explain technical concepts clearly and collaborate effectively with colleagues across the organization.

We are seeking someone with the following technical skills:

• Strong proficiency in MATLAB (scientific computing, scripts, functions, toolboxes)
• Strong knowledge of version control systems (e.g., Git: branching, merging, code reviews)
• Understanding of numerical methods and matrix computations
• Experience with data formats (CSV, Parquet, SQLITE, SQL, HDF5)
• Experience with C/C++ or other performance-oriented languages
• Ability to quickly learn and apply economic concepts
• Strong interdisciplinary communication and collaboration skills
• Comfort working with technical documentation and legacy code
• Leveraging AI-assisted development tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Claude, GitHub Copilot, Gemini, Perplexity) to support coding, debugging, research, and documentation.

Nice-to-have

• Experience with IRIS Toolbox / Dynare or similar modeling tools
• Knowledge of FAME software
• Familiarity with macroeconomic modeling (DSGE, time series, forecasting)
• Exposure to forecasting methods (ARIMA, VAR, ML basics)
• Working knowledge of cloud platforms including AWS, GCP, Azure
• Working knowledge of Python (NumPy, Pandas, SciPy) for data handling and prototyping

Your education and experience

This position requires a university degree in computer science, computer engineering or applied mathematics, and a minimum of 3 years of experience developing scientific or quantitative software for the Business Systems Developer / Scientific Software Engineer level (job grade 16), or a minimum of 6 years of experience for the Senior Business Systems Developer / Senior Scientific Software Engineer level (job grade 17). An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Innovative Mindset

We value candidates who demonstrate adaptability, curiosity, and a willingness to learn new technologies, including AI and digital tools. We seek individuals who can think critically about data, question existing processes, and find ways to simplify our work while embracing change and new ways of doing things. 

Language requirement
The Bank's work environment is conducive to the use of both of Canada's official languages - English and French.  The position language requirement is Level 5 (Fully Functional).  If a qualified candidate who meets the language requirement of the position is not found, a qualified candidate who does not meet the language requirement may be considered. Training may be provided to help reach the required level.  Both bilingual and unilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. 

What you need to know

• • Priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents
  • Security level required: Be eligible to obtain Reliability 
  • There will be no relocation assistance provided
  • Please save a copy of the job poster. Once the closing date has passed, it will no longer be available. 
  • The official title for this position is "Business Systems Developer / Senior Business Systems Developer " 

Hybrid Work Model

The Bank offers work arrangements that provide employees with flexibility, enable high-performing teams, and support an excellent workplace culture. Most employees can telework from home for a portion of each month as part of the Bank's hybrid work model, and they are expected on site at the Bank location a minimum of 12 days per month to help build connections between colleagues. You must live in Canada, and within reasonable commuting distance of the office.  

What you can expect from us
This is a great opportunity to join a leading organization and be part of a high-performing team. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet your needs at every stage of your life and career. For more information on key benefits please visit A great deal to consider. 

• • Salaries are based on qualifications and experience and typically range from $94,193 to $110,816 (job grade 16) or from $111,051 to $130,649 (job grade 17).
  • The Bank offers an incentive for successfully meeting expectations at 5 to 15% of your base salary depending on job grade. Exceptional performers who far exceed expectations may be eligible for higher performance pay.
  • Flexible and comprehensive benefits so you can choose the level of health and dental coverage that meets your needs
  • Extra vacation days (up to five each year) that you can purchase to add to your vacation entitlement
  • Option to join the indexed, defined-benefit pension plan after 24 consecutive months of service

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.