Join Manulife's Group Functions Data Office and help build the next generation of cloud-native and AI-enabled solutions. This role provides an opportunity to work on innovative Azure-based applications that support enterprise data, automation, and AI initiatives across the organization. Working closely with the Data Office, AI teams, and engineering partners, you will develop scalable, secure, and intelligent solutions that drive business value and advance our technology strategy. Unlike traditional Java-focused Full Stack roles, this position focuses on Python, Azure platform services, APIs, and AI-driven application development.
Position Responsibilities:
Work with Cosmos DB, Azure OpenAI, and Azure AI Search to build intelligent, data-driven applications.
Participate in architecture reviews, code reviews, Agile ceremonies, and continuous improvement activities.
4 or more years of relevant industry experience in Full Stack, Software, Backend, or Application Development.
Strong experience with Azure PaaS services, including Azure Web Apps, Azure Functions, Cosmos DB, Key Vault, and related Azure services.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
Preferred Qualifications:
The role being advertised is an existing vacancy.
About Manulife and John Hancock
Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider, helping people make their decisions easier and lives better. To learn more about us, visit https://www.manulife.com/en/about/our-story.html.
Manulife is an Equal Opportunity Employer
At Manulife/John Hancock, we embrace our diversity. We strive to attract, develop and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the customers we serve and to foster an inclusive work environment that embraces the strength of cultures and individuals. We are committed to fair recruitment, retention, advancement and compensation, and we administer all of our practices and programs without discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion or religious beliefs, creed, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, genetic characteristics, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other ground protected by applicable law.
It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Manulife/John Hancock policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact [email protected].
Referenced Salary Location
Waterloo, Ontario
Hybrid
Salary range is expected to be between
$86,100.00 CAD - $136,100.00 CAD
Employees also have the opportunity to participate in incentive programs and earn incentive compensation tied to business and individual performance. The actual salary will vary depending on local market conditions, geography and relevant job-related factors such as knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience, and education/training. If you are applying for this role outside of the primary location, please contact [email protected] for the salary range for your location.
Manulife offers eligible employees a wide array of customizable benefits, including health, dental, mental health, vision, short- and long-term disability, life and AD&D insurance coverage, adoption/surrogacy and wellness benefits, and employee/family assistance plans. We also offer eligible employees various retirement savings plans (including pension and a global share ownership plan with employer matching contributions) and financial education and counseling resources. Our generous paid time off program in Canada includes holidays, vacation, personal, and sick days, and we offer the full range of statutory leaves of absence. If you are applying for this role in the U.S., please contact [email protected] for more information about U.S.-specific paid time off provisions.
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