Software Development Team Lead

Since launching in 2019, CapIntel has been on a mission to provide magical financial moments for all: investors, wealth professionals, and our customers.

Our innovative proposal generation platform transforms how financial professionals compare, discuss, and present investment options, empowering clients to make informed decisions. We pride ourselves on revolutionizing an outdated process with a product that's adopted 4x more than previous solutions. One executive called CapIntel "the most intuitive platform I’ve used in almost 20 years in financial services.”

As one of Canada's fastest-growing wealthtech companies, CapIntel is expanding at an unprecedented pace. Our relentless commitment to innovation drives us to build a dynamic team, strengthening our ability to impact the wealth industry landscape in 2025 and beyond.

About the role

CapIntel is looking for a Software Development Team Lead to drive both technical and team success. In this role, you will serve as a technical expert and a people leader, ensuring that the development team is engaged, aligned with business objectives, and set up for long-term success. You’ll lead technical problem-solving, mentoring, onboarding, and performance management, all while fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement. If you're a strong technical leader with a passion for both coding and coaching, we’d love to hear from you!

Please note: We will be accepting applications until 11:45PM on Sunday March 30th; applications will be accepted during this window to ensure we give each candidate the attention they deserve. Our goal is to move quickly and connect with top talent who are passionate about this opportunity. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to reviewing your application!

What you'll do

• Provide technical leadership and mentorship, guiding the team through complex challenges.
• Foster a collaborative and high-performing team environment where developers can thrive.
• Drive technical decision-making, ensuring scalable and maintainable solutions.
• Conduct regular 1:1s and coaching sessions, supporting team growth and development.
• Contribute to code reviews, development planning, and process improvements.
• Align engineering efforts with business goals and product priorities.
• Work cross-functionally with product, design, and leadership teams to improve workflows, efficiency, and cross-functional alignment.
• Support onboarding and continuous learning, ensuring team members are set up for success.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and accountability.
• Act as the primary technical point of contact, solving challenges and mentoring developers.

Qualifications

• Experience in a technical leadership role, ideally leading a small development team.
• Several years of experience as a developer
• Strong expertise in JavaScript/TypeScript, React, Node.js, and modern web development frameworks.
• Proven ability to mentor and guide engineers, balancing technical execution with people management.
• Experience conducting code reviews, technical interviews, and performance evaluations.
• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills, with an ability to implement long-term solutions.
• Ability to collaborate across departments, aligning technical decisions with business goals.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of conveying technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Bonus experience

• Experience working in fast-growing Software as a Service (SaaS) environment, where collaboration is key.
• Background in technical strategy, DevOps, or cloud platforms (AWS, GCP).

Not Sure You Meet Every Requirement?

We know that what matters most is a great attitude, a hunger to learn, and a drive to deliver high-quality work. While experience is valuable, we also understand that careers don’t always follow a straight path. If you’re excited about this role but not sure you meet every requirement — we encourage you to apply!

Why You'll Love Working Here:

Visit our Careers Page to learn more about what it’s like to work here, including the virtues that guide us and the perks and benefits designed to help you thrive. We’re proud to be a team where respect, trust, and collaboration drive everything we do. At CapIntel, we challenge and elevate each other because we know that true impact happens when exceptional people work together toward a common goal. We’d love for you to be part of our journey!

What's Important to Us:

CapIntel believes that all dimensions of diversity are a strength, and that we have a role to play in actively reducing and eliminating systemic barriers to employment equity. We believe in equal employment opportunities regardless of race, ethnicity, language, genetic information, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, family and marital status, neurodivergence, national origin, and age. We cultivate an inclusive workplace where people excel based on personal merit, qualification, experience, ability, and job performance. 

We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment experience, so please let us know if you require any accommodations to support your application process by emailing tande@capintel.com.

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For your application:

To help us quickly understand your qualifications and ensure your application receives the attention it deserves, please answer the following questions thoughtfully. These responses will assist us in the initial pre-screening and resume review process.