Lead Software Engineer

We’re building a relationship-oriented bank for the modern world. We need talented, passionate professionals who are dedicated to doing what’s right for our clients.

At CIBC, we embrace your strengths and your ambitions, so you are empowered at work. Our team members have what they need to make a meaningful impact and are truly valued for who they are and what they contribute.

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What you'll be doing

As a hands-on Lead Software Engineer / Architect in technology architecture, you will architect and drive the design and development of complex, highly integrated, data-intensive custom software.

Work with a team of experienced developers, system analysts, and QA testers and regularly interact with business partners regarding requirements and project milestones.

Hands-on and staying very technical. Responsible for developing solution architectures that reflect the integration of business logic, processes, and data that deliver on the business need.

Guide solution delivery teams in the implementation of the solution architecture. Contribute to the architecture roadmap that integrates and aggregates all of the solutions for a business unit.

At CIBC, we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role. You’ll have the flexibility to manage your work activities within a hybrid work arrangement where you’ll spend 2 3 days per week on-site at downtown Chicago while other days will be remote.

How you'll succeed

Client engagement : Meet with internal clients to understand their priorities, advise them on solutions, and provide forward-looking technical solutions.

Use your knowledge of software development tools and methods to help clients meet their goals.

Relationship building : Work with internal CIBC teams, including operations, business, security, and cloud engineering. Grow your network, deepen existing relationships, and collaborate with others to ensure clients are connected to the right people and opportunities.

Leveraging technology : Become a technology expert. Share your knowledge by introducing clients to our banking applications, enabling them to better manage their banking needs.

Who you are

Serve as a "trusted advisor" to the application development team and their business partners to achieve strategic objectives through the effective use of technology.

Expert with : Azure, Asp.NET, MS SQL, ETL, Entity Framework, browser-based technologies like JavaScript, jQuery, CSS, etc.

Hands-on development for prototype solutions

Experienced with large-scale software development

Experience with DevOps is a plus.

A minimum of 7 years of experience is required.

Technology experience within financial services is preferred.

Transformative thought leader who is responsible for the development and implementation of solution roadmaps

Build rapport with all business stakeholders.

Work as a senior contributor to cross-functional teams to design and deliver software solutions that deliver business value.

Ability to handle a high degree of ambiguity; adapting to changing priorities; continuously finding areas to deliver value

Ability to handle multiple, concurrent, large initiatives

Assess, strategize, and manage the delivery of data-related projects.

Collaborate with partner teams to define deliverables and create documentation.

Develop solution concepts.

Excel at defining both solutions and data architecture.

Analyze relevant information and prepare recommendations to guide teams in building high-quality solutions.

Manage technical tasks at a granular level.

Proactively identify risks. Anticipate issues and guide teams through complex situations.

Act as a key liaison across the IT department.

Work with guidance in only the most complex situations.

Proven development record, leading a team of software developers

Good debugging skills

Ability to work in a fast paced environment

You put our clients first. You engage with purpose to find the right solutions. You go the extra mile because it's the right thing to do.

You’re goal-oriented. You’re motivated by accomplishing your goals and delivering your best to make a difference.

You're passionate about people. You find meaning in relationships and surround yourself with a diverse network of partners.

You connect with others through respect and authenticity.

You love to learn. You're passionate about growing your knowledge. You have a strong sense of curiosity.

You’re a certified professional. Microsoft certifications (including Azure) are desirable but not required.

Values matter to you . You bring your real self to work, and you live our values - trust, teamwork, and accountability.

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What CIBC Offers

At CIBC, your goals are a priority. We start with your strengths and ambitions as an employee and strive to create opportunities to tap into your potential.

We aspire to give you a career, rather than just a paycheck.

We work to recognize you in meaningful, personalized ways including a competitive salary, incentive pay, banking benefits, a benefits program*, a vacation offering, wellbeing support, and MomentMakers, our social, points-based recognition program.

Our spaces and technological toolkit will make it simple to bring together great minds to create innovative solutions that make a difference for our clients.

We cultivate a culture where you can express your ambition through initiatives like Purpose Day; a paid day off dedicated for you to use to invest in your growth and development.

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What you need to know

CIBC is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all team members and clients feel like they belong. We seek applicants with a wide range of abilities and we provide an accessible candidate experience.

If you need accommodation, please contact [email protected]

You need to be legally eligible to work at the location(s) specified above and, where applicable, must have a valid work or study permit.

We may ask you to complete an attribute-based assessment and other skills tests (such as simulation, coding, French proficiency, MS Office).

Our goal for the application process is to get to know more about you, all that you have to offer, and give you the opportunity to learn more about us.

Job Location

IL-70 W Madison St, 10th Fl

Employment Type

Regular

Weekly Hours

Skills

Custom Software, Data Architecture, JavaScript, Microsoft .NET Development

At CIBC, we are in business to help our clients, employees and shareholders achieve what is important to them. Our ability to create value for all CIBC stakeholders is driven by a business culture based on common values : Trust, Teamwork and Accountability.

Working with CIBC makes you a part of a work environment committed to our clients, employees and communities - a place where you can excel.

Every day, our 44,000 employees help our clients achieve their financial goals, because what matters to our clients, matters to us.