Lead Software Engineer

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce • Chicago, IL

7h • $150,000 - $175,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

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. To learn more about CIBC, please visit CIBC.com 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. To learn more about CIBC, please visit CIBC.com What You’ll Be Doing The Lead Software Engineer is responsible for leading the functional design and development of application systems across technologies and platforms. The role provides consultation for senior management on a wide spectrum of existing and emerging infrastructure technologies, translating user requirements to process and data requirements and developing solutions for the business with far-reaching impact. The Lead provides technical leadership to develop precise steps and processing logic across all platforms, ensuring the designed specifications achieve business needs. In addition, the role provides comprehensive senior level technical consulting to other IT senior management and senior technical teams. The role makes technology selection decisions that are often made in situations where business requirements are not completely defined. This role is a Hybrid role with 2-3 days required on-site per week.

Requirements

• Strong understanding of software architecture, RESTful APIs, microservices, and cloud platforms (Azure preferred).
• Expertise in: .NET (C#) application development SQL Server database design and optimization Data technology stack, including ETL, Azure SQL and REST APIs Talend and SSIS for ETL processes ReactJS and modern UI frameworks (Telerik or similar)
• Exposure to Integration and BI Tools such as Tableau, Cognos or Power BI
• AI Exposure: Experience working with foundation AI models (e.g., GPT, BERT, Llama, etc.) Understanding of AI model fine-tuning and customization Familiarity with integrating AI/ML solutions into enterprise applications
• Significant automation experience for minimizing manual processes
• Solid understanding of cloud technologies and tools
• Expert communications with c-suite and key technical partners for development tollgates and governance forums
• Able to document and tell a ‘story’ for a technical recommendation from framework to feature level
• Outstanding DevOps practices for environment management and integrity, security, pipeline management, code integrity, compliance, release management
• Solid execution of practices for Jira/Azure DevOps Taxonomies, Story Writing, Story Pointing, Velocity measurement
• Interest and potential to manage and lead a team.
• You have a degree/diploma in Computer Science, Engineering, Management Information Systems, or a related field of study.
• You're driven by collective success. You know that collaboration can transform a good idea into a great one. You understand the power of a team that enjoys working together to create a shared vision.
• You put our clients first. Passion for client service - You want the work you do each day to result in a positive client experience.
• You give meaning to technology. You enjoy investigating complex problems, and making sense of information. You're confident in your ability to communicate detailed information in an impactful way.
• You embrace and champion change. You'll continuously evolve your thinking and the way you work in order to deliver your best.
• Your influence makes an impact. You know that relationships and networks are essential to success. You inspire outcomes by making yourself heard.
• You're passionate about people. You find meaning in relationships and build trust through respect and authenticity and enjoy being a team member.
• Values matter to you. You bring your real self to work, and you live our values - trust, teamwork, and accountability.

Responsibilities

• Full Stack Development Develop and maintain applications using .NET (C#), SQL Server, ReactJS, and UI frameworks such as Telerik or similar. Integrate data platforms including Databricks, Talend, and SSIS for ETL and analytics solutions
• Technical Leadership: Lead the design, development, and implementation of complex software solutions across multiple platforms and technologies. Drive best practices in software architecture, coding standards, and quality assurance. Mentor and guide junior engineers and contribute to their technical growth.
• AI Solutions Design and implement AI-driven features leveraging foundation AI models. Contribute to AI model fine-tuning and deployment in production environments. Collaborate with data scientists to integrate AI/ML capabilities into core products.
• Strategic Development & Execution: Perform and coordinate complex solution design activities. Understand the business requirements and translate them into system and application design that is aligned with our technology roadmap. Design and document the technical functionality, infrastructure, interfaces and integrations. Lead the design of cost-effective and innovative solutions to meet both business objectives and the goal of operational efficiency.
• Strategy and Roadmap: Contribute to technology roadmaps that are aligned with the bank’s vision, strategy, and business objectives. Lead multiple complex technology solutions while maintaining consistency across the platform, adopting best practices and pushing forward continuous improvements
• Stakeholder Management: Act as the solution lead and interface with the project teams by driving and moderating design review sessions to walk stakeholders through and ensure that the overall design aligns with business requirements as well as architectural directions. Support and mentor junior designers and developers through knowledge sharing, collaboration and effective problem solving
• Continuous Improvement Stay updated with emerging technologies, especially in AI, cloud, and data engineering. Identify opportunities for innovation, efficiency, and automation.
• Team Management (Future Scope) Demonstrate leadership qualities and interest in managing a team of engineers in the future. Foster a collaborative and inclusive team culture.

Benefits

• At CIBC, we offer a competitive total rewards package.
• This role has an expected salary range of $150,000-$175,000 for the market based on experience, qualifications, and location of the position.
• The successful candidate may be eligible to participate in the relevant business unit’s incentive compensation plan, which may also include a discretionary bonus component.
• CIBC offers a full range of benefits and programs to meet our employee’s needs; including 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), in addition to other special perks reserved for our team members.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level