Software Engineer Associate

Requisition ID: 257858

Thanks for your interest in ScotiaTech, Scotiabank's new and innovative Technology hub in Bogota.

Join a purpose driven winning team that promotes creativity and innovation in a fast-paced environment, where we’re always committed to results, in an inclusive, diverse, and high-performing culture.

Purpose

We are seeking a Software Engineer I with 1–2 years of hands on experience in software development or data driven applications. This role is ideal for an engineer who has moved beyond fundamentals, can deliver features with moderate guidance, and is looking to deepen technical skills while working on production systems.

Accountabilities

Support the design, development, testing, and maintenance of software applications and data workflows under guidance from senior engineers

Write clean, maintainable code following established standards and best practices

Assist in developing simple data processing and reporting workflows

Create and maintain basic Bash / Shell scripts to automate routine tasks and run scheduled jobs using cron

Write and optimize SQL queries to retrieve and validate data

Use Git for version control, including committing code, creating pull requests, and incorporating review feedback

Participate in code reviews, team discussions, and knowledge sharing sessions

Troubleshoot basic issues and escalate appropriately with clear documentation

Education / Experience

Required Technical

1–2 years of experience with Python (with Spark), practical use of Pandas (Nice to have) for data manipulation

Working experience with SQL and relational databases

Hands on experience in Linux / Unix environments

Proficiency in Bash / Shell scripting, including cron based scheduling

Solid working knowledge of Git and collaborative development workflows

Understanding data structures and algorithms

English level B1/B2

Nice to Have

Introductory exposure to PySpark or large scale data processing concepts

Familiarity with cloud platforms (GCP, AWS, or Azure) at a basic level

Awareness of CI/CD concepts or automated deployments

Exposure to tools like Databricks, Docker, or Kubernetes through coursework, labs, or projects

Some experience with JavaScript / Node.js / React or building RESTful APIs

Familiarity with at least one cloud platform (GCP, AWS, or Azure)

Experience in Capital Market will be an asset

Experience in Compliance will be an asset

Professional Skills

Strong eagerness to learn and grow as a software engineer

Good problem solving skills and attention to detail

Clear verbal and written communication skills

Ability to manage time effectively and handle assigned tasks with guidance

Collaborative mindset and openness to feedback]

What We Offer

Mentorship from experienced engineers

Structured learning and growth opportunities

Exposure to real world systems, data pipelines, and production environments

A supportive team culture focused on learning and continuous improvement

Working Conditions

Work in a standard office-based environment; non-standard hours are a common occurrence

Location(s): Colombia : Bogota : Bogota

ScotiaTech is a business unit within ScotiaGBS, a Scotiabank Group company located in Bogota, Colombia. The ScotiaTech hub was created to support different technology systems and processes of the Bank. We offer an inclusive, positive work environment, and competitive benefits.

At ScotiaTech, we value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. Candidates must apply directly online to be considered for this role. We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at ScotiaTech; however, only those candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted.