Nicolas Ethier
About Nicolas Ethier
Nicolas Ethier is a Manager of Software Development for Financial Systems at Intact, where he has worked since 2021. He has extensive experience in software development and project management, having previously held roles at Allstream and Intact, and holds a Bachelor's Degree from HEC Montréal.
Current Role at Intact Financial Corporation
Nicolas Ethier serves as the Manager of Software Development – Financial Systems at Intact Financial Corporation. He has held this position since 2021, overseeing the management of software build environments throughout all stages, including testing and deployment. Ethier plays a crucial role in leading the transition to a more agile delivery model within the software development process. His responsibilities include collaborating with internal teams and third-party vendors to define testing scopes, timelines, and manage defects.
Previous Experience at Intact Financial Corporation
Prior to his current role, Nicolas Ethier worked at Intact Financial Corporation in various capacities. From 2015 to 2019, he served as a Product Owner, where he focused on product development and management. Following this role, he was the Manager of National Projects in Commercial Lines Operations & Planning from 2019 to 2021. His tenure at Intact contributed to his extensive experience in software development and project management.
Experience at Allstream
Before joining Intact, Nicolas Ethier worked at Allstream as a Senior Business Analyst from 2008 to 2015. During his seven years at Allstream in Montréal, he gained valuable experience in analyzing business needs and implementing solutions that align with organizational goals. This role helped him develop a strong foundation in business analysis and project execution.
Education and Expertise
Nicolas Ethier studied at HEC Montréal, where he earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing and Information Technology. His educational background provides him with a solid understanding of both marketing principles and technological frameworks, which he applies in his current role in software development. Ethier's expertise includes overseeing software testing and deployment processes, increasing automation levels, and establishing service level agreements (SLAs) to enhance productivity and quality.
Achievements in Software Development
In his current position, Nicolas Ethier has made significant contributions to software development practices. He has increased the level of automation in software testing and deployment processes, which has enhanced overall productivity. Additionally, he has established service level agreements (SLAs) and defined metrics to ensure quality while adhering to project timelines. Ethier acts as the final authority on quality, environments, and release management issues within his team.