Director of Deposits and Payments Technology

CIBC

258d • $180,000 - $240,000

About The Position

The Director of Deposit and Payments Technology will be responsible for leading the engineering team in the development and implementation of innovative deposit and payment solutions. This role will focus on API enablement and the integration of various payment networks, including SWIFT, Wire, ACH, Instant Payments, and Zelle. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in vendor platforms such as FIS, Fiserv, Finastra, and emerging fintech payment providers.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in technology leadership roles, with a focus on commercial deposit and payment systems.
• Proven track record of leading engineering teams and delivering complex technology projects.
• Demonstrated experience in Agile and Scrumban methodologies, with a focus on iterative development and continuous improvement.
• Strong understanding of payment processing technologies, including SWIFT, Wire, ACH, Instant Payments, and Zelle.
• Experience with API development and integration using Microsoft Technology stack - Azure, SQL, .Net.
• Microsoft API Management or Mulesoft experience will be a plus.
• Familiarity with vendor platforms such as FIS, Fiserv, Finastra, and emerging fintech solutions for payments and deposits.

Nice To Haves

• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to influence and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a high-performing engineering team focused on deposit and payment technologies.
• Foster a collaborative and innovative team culture that encourages continuous improvement and professional development.
• Drive the strategy and execution of API enablement initiatives to enhance integration capabilities with internal and external systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless API integration and functionality.
• Oversee the implementation and management of various payment networks, including SWIFT, Wire, ACH, Instant Payments, and Zelle.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations related to payment processing.
• Leverage experience with vendor platforms such as FIS, Fiserv, Finastra, and other fintech payment providers to enhance service offerings.
• Evaluate and select technology partners to support the organization's deposit and payment strategies.
• Manage the production support team for vendor applications within the payment and deposit landscape, ensuring high availability and performance of systems.
• Develop and implement processes for incident management, problem resolution, and system monitoring.
• Develop and execute a strategic roadmap for deposit and payment technology initiatives aligned with business objectives.
• Monitor industry trends and emerging technologies to identify opportunities for innovation and competitive advantage.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance, Disability, and Other Insurance Plans.
• Paid Time Off (including Sick Leave, Parental Leave and Vacation).
• Holidays and 401(k).
• Competitive total rewards package.
• Incentive compensation plan, which may include a discretionary bonus component.
• Wellbeing support.
• MomentMakers, our social, points-based recognition program.
• Purpose Day; a paid day off dedicated for personal growth and development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Credit Intermediation and Related Activities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree