Mainframe Developer

CIBC•Toronto, ON

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

As a member of CIBC’s Shared Platform Technology Team, the Mainframe Developer will help lead the technical design, development and integration of cross-functional, multi-platform application systems and provide enhancements to existing Mainframe COBOL Application technologies and JCL and DB2/IMS. At CIBC we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role. To successfully perform the work, you’ll be on-site full-time. You’ll have the flexibility to manage your work activities within a hybrid work arrangement where you’ll spend 1-3 days per week on-site, while other days will be remote.

Requirements

5 years experience in application development with a focus on design and develop both front-end and back-end components of web applications.
Collaborate with designers to implement responsive and visually appealing web designs.
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.

Nice To Haves

C, C++, Java, SQL.
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Computer Science or Technical discipline.

Responsibilities

Perform and coordinate complicated application programming activities.
Design the application's technical infrastructure using specific databases, programming languages, utilities, and testing approaches.
Lead the design and development of cost-effective and innovative solutions.
Develop multi-year technology roadmaps that align with the bank’s vision, strategy, and business goals.
Lead multiple complicated projects involving backend systems, new technology, and the enhancement of existing applications.
Support and collaborate with intermediate and senior developers by sharing knowledge, collaborating and problem solving.
Implement and maintain Main Frame applications seamless communication between front-end and back-end systems.
Optimize Main Frame applications for performance, and speed.
Ensure adherence to coding standards, best practices, and COBOL development guidelines.
Conduct cross-mainframe and cross-device compatibility testing.
Identify and troubleshoot issues in web applications, and propose and implement solutions.
Collaborate with quality assurance teams to ensure proper testing and validation of web applications.
Document technical specifications, system architecture, and development processes.
Stay up-to-date with emerging web technologies and industry trends, and recommend innovative solutions.