Application Developer II, Application Development
Top Benefits
About the role
We are hiring an Application Developer II, Application Development!
Reporting To: Manager and Team Lead
Full-Time/Part- Time: Full-time
Posting Date: September 30, 2025
Closing Date: October 10, 2025
Hours of Work: 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Grade: 12.4
Office Location: Toronto, ON Great location! Steps away from the main public transit station
What we offer:
Highly competitive compensation package which includes base salary, bonus, benefits, and career advancement opportunities!
- Eligibility for benefits is dependent on the terms of employment
The Opportunity:
We are seeking an Application Developer II with strong experience in Power Platform, .NET technologies, and data integration. This role requires hands-on expertise in Power BI, CRM systems, .NET Core, .NET Framework, and SQL Server, including SSRS, SSIS, and ETL development. The ideal candidate is a team player with experience working in Agile Scrum environments and is familiar with Git-based version control systems.
How you will contribute:
- Design, develop, and maintain enterprise applications using Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate), .NET Core, and .NET Framework.
- Develop and manage Power BI reports and dashboards, ensuring data accuracy and performance optimization.
- Integrate and customize CRM solutions to meet business requirements.
- Design, develop, and optimize ETL processes using SSIS/T-SQL or similar cloud based ETL solutions such as Azure Data Factory (ADF) for data movement and transformation.
- Create and manage SSRS reports to deliver actionable insights to business stakeholders.
- Participate actively in Agile Scrum ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, reviews, and retrospectives.
- Collaborate with QA, business analysts, and product owners to refine requirements and deliver high-quality solutions.
- Implement and maintain Git repositories, branching strategies, and CI/CD pipelines.
- Contribute to code reviews and ensure adherence to best practices, coding standards, and security guidelines.
- Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues in a timely manner.
The experience you need:
- Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate) development experience.
- Power BI dashboard and report development.
- Strong hands-on experience with CRM systems (preferably Microsoft Dynamics CRM).
- Solid experience with .NET Core and .NET Framework for application development.
- Proficiency in SQL Server, including T-SQL, SSRS, and SSIS.
- Experience designing and implementing ETL processes for data integration.
- Familiarity with Agile Scrum methodologies and tools (e.g., Azure DevOps, Jira).
- Proficiency in using Git for source control and managing code branching/merging.
- Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Nice to Have:
- Experience with Azure DevOps or similar CI/CD tools.
- Knowledge of cloud services (Azure, AWS) for application hosting or data services.
- Exposure to other BI tools or reporting frameworks.
- Familiarity with containerization (Docker) and/or microservices architecture.
Education:
- Diploma or degree in computer science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent practical experience).
- 4+ years of experience in software development, with at least 2 years working with the required technologies.
Working Environment and Physical Demands Analysis:
- Office environment
- Periods of high volume with tight timelines
- Long periods of stationary position/sitting
- Prolonged periods of repetitive movement (i.e. using a keyboard and mouse)
- Long periods of time in viewing a computer screen
- Multi-tasking may include speaking to customers on a telephone call while looking up information on a computer program.
Why join First National?
- Competitive Compensation
- Comprehensive benefits program (i.e., Health Spending Account, Maternity and Parental Leave Top Up)
- Hybrid working environment.
- Extensive training programs to set our employees up for success
- Modern office environment conducive to collaboration
- Supportive teamwork culture
- Opportunities to give back to the communities and work through events focused on a variety of charities
- Ongoing social events throughout the year
The team you’ll join:
Founded in 1988, First National is one of Canada’s largest non-bank lenders. We provide residential mortgages exclusively through the mortgage broker channel and we are Canada’s largest commercial mortgage lender.
First National has been consistently recognized as a great place to work and we are proud that our employee engagement feedback is higher than our industry partners.
We would like to thank all applications for their interest in this existing vacancy, but only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
First National is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender identity, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation and any other category protected by law.
First National supports requests for accommodation from applicants with disabilities; please contact Human Resources at accessibility@firstnational.ca should you need an accommodation at any point in the recruitment process.
#FNLOON
About First National Financial
First National Financial LP is Canada's largest non-bank lender, originating and servicing both residential and commercial mortgages. As the leading lender of CMHC and conventional mortgages, First National currently has more than $120 billion in mortgages under administration.
We apply ingenuity when developing financing solutions with clients and brokers, relying on our broad product lineup, expertise, network and spirit to take smart risks. We execute quickly and competitively, but we go beyond that traditional approach to service to provide value beyond rate, market education, business development opportunities and true enabling technology.
First National Financial LP FSRA License Nos. 10514 & 11252
Financière First National S.E.C., le plus important prêteur non bancaire au Canada, est un initiateur et un fournisseur de services de prêts hypothécaires résidentiels et commerciaux. En tant que plus important prêteur proposant des prêts hypothécaires assurés par la SCHL et des prêts hypothécaires standard, First National gère actuellement plus 103 milliards de dollars en prêts hypothécaires.
En collaboration avec nos clients et nos courtiers, nous élaborons des solutions de financement ingénieuses grâce à notre large éventail de produits, à notre savoir-faire et à notre solide réseau, tout en sachant prendre des risques calculés. Notre exécution est toujours rapide et concurrentielle, mais nous allons au-delà de cette approche conventionnelle afin d'offrir une proposition de valeur dépassant les taux ainsi que de l'information sur les marchés, des occasions de prospection de clientèle et une véritable technologie habilitante.
Financière First National S.E.C. Permis nos 10514 et 11252 de la ARSF
Application Developer II, Application Development
Top Benefits
About the role
We are hiring an Application Developer II, Application Development!
Reporting To: Manager and Team Lead
Full-Time/Part- Time: Full-time
Posting Date: September 30, 2025
Closing Date: October 10, 2025
Hours of Work: 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Grade: 12.4
Office Location: Toronto, ON Great location! Steps away from the main public transit station
What we offer:
Highly competitive compensation package which includes base salary, bonus, benefits, and career advancement opportunities!
- Eligibility for benefits is dependent on the terms of employment
The Opportunity:
We are seeking an Application Developer II with strong experience in Power Platform, .NET technologies, and data integration. This role requires hands-on expertise in Power BI, CRM systems, .NET Core, .NET Framework, and SQL Server, including SSRS, SSIS, and ETL development. The ideal candidate is a team player with experience working in Agile Scrum environments and is familiar with Git-based version control systems.
How you will contribute:
- Design, develop, and maintain enterprise applications using Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate), .NET Core, and .NET Framework.
- Develop and manage Power BI reports and dashboards, ensuring data accuracy and performance optimization.
- Integrate and customize CRM solutions to meet business requirements.
- Design, develop, and optimize ETL processes using SSIS/T-SQL or similar cloud based ETL solutions such as Azure Data Factory (ADF) for data movement and transformation.
- Create and manage SSRS reports to deliver actionable insights to business stakeholders.
- Participate actively in Agile Scrum ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, reviews, and retrospectives.
- Collaborate with QA, business analysts, and product owners to refine requirements and deliver high-quality solutions.
- Implement and maintain Git repositories, branching strategies, and CI/CD pipelines.
- Contribute to code reviews and ensure adherence to best practices, coding standards, and security guidelines.
- Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues in a timely manner.
The experience you need:
- Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate) development experience.
- Power BI dashboard and report development.
- Strong hands-on experience with CRM systems (preferably Microsoft Dynamics CRM).
- Solid experience with .NET Core and .NET Framework for application development.
- Proficiency in SQL Server, including T-SQL, SSRS, and SSIS.
- Experience designing and implementing ETL processes for data integration.
- Familiarity with Agile Scrum methodologies and tools (e.g., Azure DevOps, Jira).
- Proficiency in using Git for source control and managing code branching/merging.
- Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Nice to Have:
- Experience with Azure DevOps or similar CI/CD tools.
- Knowledge of cloud services (Azure, AWS) for application hosting or data services.
- Exposure to other BI tools or reporting frameworks.
- Familiarity with containerization (Docker) and/or microservices architecture.
Education:
- Diploma or degree in computer science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent practical experience).
- 4+ years of experience in software development, with at least 2 years working with the required technologies.
Working Environment and Physical Demands Analysis:
- Office environment
- Periods of high volume with tight timelines
- Long periods of stationary position/sitting
- Prolonged periods of repetitive movement (i.e. using a keyboard and mouse)
- Long periods of time in viewing a computer screen
- Multi-tasking may include speaking to customers on a telephone call while looking up information on a computer program.
Why join First National?
- Competitive Compensation
- Comprehensive benefits program (i.e., Health Spending Account, Maternity and Parental Leave Top Up)
- Hybrid working environment.
- Extensive training programs to set our employees up for success
- Modern office environment conducive to collaboration
- Supportive teamwork culture
- Opportunities to give back to the communities and work through events focused on a variety of charities
- Ongoing social events throughout the year
The team you’ll join:
Founded in 1988, First National is one of Canada’s largest non-bank lenders. We provide residential mortgages exclusively through the mortgage broker channel and we are Canada’s largest commercial mortgage lender.
First National has been consistently recognized as a great place to work and we are proud that our employee engagement feedback is higher than our industry partners.
We would like to thank all applications for their interest in this existing vacancy, but only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
First National is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender identity, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation and any other category protected by law.
First National supports requests for accommodation from applicants with disabilities; please contact Human Resources at accessibility@firstnational.ca should you need an accommodation at any point in the recruitment process.
#FNLOON
About First National Financial
First National Financial LP is Canada's largest non-bank lender, originating and servicing both residential and commercial mortgages. As the leading lender of CMHC and conventional mortgages, First National currently has more than $120 billion in mortgages under administration.
We apply ingenuity when developing financing solutions with clients and brokers, relying on our broad product lineup, expertise, network and spirit to take smart risks. We execute quickly and competitively, but we go beyond that traditional approach to service to provide value beyond rate, market education, business development opportunities and true enabling technology.
First National Financial LP FSRA License Nos. 10514 & 11252
Financière First National S.E.C., le plus important prêteur non bancaire au Canada, est un initiateur et un fournisseur de services de prêts hypothécaires résidentiels et commerciaux. En tant que plus important prêteur proposant des prêts hypothécaires assurés par la SCHL et des prêts hypothécaires standard, First National gère actuellement plus 103 milliards de dollars en prêts hypothécaires.
En collaboration avec nos clients et nos courtiers, nous élaborons des solutions de financement ingénieuses grâce à notre large éventail de produits, à notre savoir-faire et à notre solide réseau, tout en sachant prendre des risques calculés. Notre exécution est toujours rapide et concurrentielle, mais nous allons au-delà de cette approche conventionnelle afin d'offrir une proposition de valeur dépassant les taux ainsi que de l'information sur les marchés, des occasions de prospection de clientèle et une véritable technologie habilitante.
Financière First National S.E.C. Permis nos 10514 et 11252 de la ARSF