Software Engineering Manager

Job description

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 (https://www.cibc.com/en/about-cibc.html)

**What you'll be doing**

As a member of CIBC’s team, the Senior Manager, Application Development is a professional responsible for managing multiple development projects, development groups and application support functions for a major line of business.

The role applies professional knowledge to oversee the development, testing and implementation of organization-wide systems, directing, motivating and developing staff to maximize their individual contribution and function effectively as a team.

The Senior Manager, Application Development leads a team to manage resource requirements and allocations, monitor and improve quality, and ensure 'best practice' development techniques.

Additionally, the role works with the business in the development, testing and implementation of application programs that help promote business improvement.

_Work Arrangement: At CIBC we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role.

You’ll work in a hybrid environment with the expectation to be onsite at least two days per week in downtown Chicago while the other days may be remote._

**How you'll succeed**

+ **Understanding Requirements –** Track and analyze operating environment for specified services and implement corrective actions as needed.

Work with clients and internal partners to determine, negotiate, and manage services to the agreed standards.

Monitor service levels to identify opportunities for improvement and recommend appropriate solutions.
+ **People Leadership –** Lead and coach a high performing group team of individuals.

Direct, motivate, and develop your team, maximizing their contributions and professional growth.

Share knowledge and collaborate to come up with effective solutions to problems.
+ **Relationship Management –** Work closely with clients and business partners to develop, test, and implement application program.

Impact and improve the business by advising application owners on the technology possibilities and requirements.

**Who you are**

+ **You can demonstrate experience** with 10 years of application development experience with some focus on greenfield, custom development.5-8 years’ leading a team of developers and are a seasoned professional with the ability to coach and help develop other team members.

You are a code quality champion with hands-on experience in Software Design and Development using SOLID Design principles.
**It’s an Asset if:** **You have good understanding of** **.Microsoft Full Stack development, working with both Front and backend of the applications.

This would include experience with ASP.NET framework, SQL Server and design/architectural patterns (e.g.** **Model-View-Controller** **(MVC)).

Ability to code at a high level in .NET languages (C#) as well as JavaScript, jQuery, HTML5/CSS.

Experience with MS Azure, and** **experience/familiarity** **with DevSecOps is required.

You should have familiarity with architecture styles/APIs (REST, RPC), understanding of Agile methodologies, and excellent troubleshooting and communication skills.

Experience with Azure DevOps (ADO) and/or JIRA & Github is preferred.** **Ideally, you understand patterns of designing applications for cloud and have knowledge of Agile methodology and experience working in a Scrum team.**

**Presentations** **--Ability to present information to groups with the appropriate degree of formality.**

+ **Interpersonal Relationships** --Knowledge of approaches, tools and techniques for working with individuals and groups in a constructive and collaborative manner.
+ **Decision Making and Critical Thinking** --Knowledge of tools and techniques for effective use of a broad range of factors, assumptions, frameworks and perspectives when solving problems.
+ **Staff and Career Development** --Ability to address training and career development needs of individuals, teams or organization.
**Leadership--Knowledge of approaches, tools, and techniques for gaining the cooperation and support of others.**

**Planning: Tactical, Strategic--Ability to contribute to operational (short term), tactical (1 - 2 years) and strategic (3 - 5 years) planning in support of the business plan.**

**Application Delivery Process--Knowledge of major tasks, deliverables, formal methodologies and disciplines for delivering new or enhanced applications.**

+ **You have a degree/diploma in** Computer Science, Business, and/or a related field.
+ **You are a bold and authentic leader.** You're passionate about developing and coaching to bring out the best in people.

You have led diverse, high performing teams.
+ **You embrace and champion change.** You'll continuously evolve your thinking and the way you work in order to deliver your best.
+ **You're driven by collective success.** You know that collaboration can transform a good idea into a great one.

You understand the power of an inclusive team that enjoys working together to create a shared vision.
+ **Values matter to you.** You bring your real self to work and you live our values - trust, teamwork, and accountability.

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_At CIBC, we offer a competitive total rewards package.

This role has an expected salary range of_ **_$135,000- $1650000_** _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.

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 days per week on-site while other days may be remote._

**_This position does not offer visa sponsorship._** ​

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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.

*Subject to plan and program terms and conditions

**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 Mailbox.careers-carrieres@cibc.com
+ 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, 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**

40

**Skills**

Analytical Thinking, Application Development, Application Testing, Emerging Technologies, Leadership, People Management, Project Management Technology, Technical Leadership, Work Collaboratively

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.

Required Skill Profession

Other General