Sr. Director, Application Delivery

CIBC • Toronto, ON

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

As the Senior Director of Application Delivery, you will oversee the strategy, execution, and delivery of large-scale technology initiatives across the Commercial and Corporate Banking Technology portfolio. You will lead a team of over 50 professionals, including people leaders, developers and ensuring projects align with business objectives, meet performance standards, and are delivered on time and within budget. You will act as a critical liaison between business stakeholders and technology teams, advocating for client needs and driving innovation. Additionally, you will ensure all processes and solutions comply with CIBC’s governance frameworks, security standards, and operational guidelines while maintaining a focus on continuous improvement and risk management.
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 1-2 days per week on-site, while other days will be remote.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in IT, application development.
• Ideally with Java, Springboot, Python, Azure, PostgreSQL, Angular, Flutter, IBM WebSphere Application Server, Oracle, LDAP.
• Proven leadership in managing large-scale technology initiatives.
• Extensive experience in stakeholder management and vendor relationships.
• Strong knowledge of application delivery processes, governance frameworks, and compliance standards.
• Demonstrated ability to drive innovation and deliver impactful technology solutions.
• Strategic Problem Solver: You excel at aligning business strategies with technology solutions, identifying risks, and recommending effective solutions to achieve project deliverables.
• Collaborative Relationship Builder: You are skilled at fostering strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to drive collaboration and deliver value.
• Analytical Decision-Maker: You have deep expertise in analyzing complex technical challenges, managing risks, and ensuring compliance while driving innovative solutions.
• People-Oriented Manager: You are passionate about mentoring and developing talent, creating an environment where teams feel motivated and supported.
• Values matter to you. You bring your real self to work and you live our values - trust, teamwork, and accountability.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the strategy, execution, and delivery of large-scale technology initiatives across the Commercial and Corporate Banking Technology portfolio.
• Lead a team of over 50 professionals, including people leaders and developers.
• Ensure projects align with business objectives, meet performance standards, and are delivered on time and within budget.
• Act as a critical liaison between business stakeholders and technology teams, advocating for client needs and driving innovation.
• Ensure all processes and solutions comply with CIBC’s governance frameworks, security standards, and operational guidelines.
• Maintain a focus on continuous improvement and risk management.
• Lead and mentor a high-performing team of developers and testers, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
• Align individual and team goals with organizational objectives while providing coaching, feedback, and development opportunities.
• Drive the development of a multi-year roadmap in collaboration with business stakeholders and decision-makers.
• Stay abreast of emerging technical trends in payment processing and introduce innovative solutions to maintain a competitive edge.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with senior leadership, business stakeholders, and external partners.
• Represent client needs in technology discussions, influencing strategic decisions and ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Ensure all projects adhere to CIBC’s governance, security, and risk management frameworks.
• Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies throughout the project lifecycle.
• Monitor application performance and continuously evaluate processes to maximize the return on investment (ROI).
• Manage operating and capital budgets, ensuring optimal resource allocation and financial performance.

Benefits

• competitive salary
• incentive pay
• banking benefits
• a benefits program
• defined benefit pension plan
• an employee share purchase plan
• a vacation offering
• wellbeing support
• MomentMakers, our social, points-based recognition program
• 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: Director
• Education Level: No Education Listed