Bilingual Manager, Software Engineering

CMHC; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 101,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading housing organization in Ottawa seeks a Bilingual Manager – Software Engineering. The successful candidate will lead a dynamic team, shaping software practices and driving innovation. Essential qualifications include a Bachelor's degree, 7 years of software engineering experience, and fluency in English and French. The role emphasizes teamwork and technical excellence within a hybrid work model.

Benefits

Annual Paid vacation

Annual individual performance incentive

Defined benefit pension plan

Comprehensive group insurance plan

Support towards personal and professional growth

Inclusive workplace culture

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in software engineering with full lifecycle delivery.
• 3+ years of experience in a leadership role with a track record of driving innovation.
• Strong knowledge of design patterns and application security principles.

Responsibilities

• Build and mentor a high-performing software engineering team.
• Define and promote quality standards across development initiatives.
• Collaborate with teams to optimize tools and processes for customer value delivery.

Skills

Team leadership

Software development best practices

Agile methodologies

Problem-solving

Technical coaching

Application security

Communication in English and French

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations

Visual Studio

.NET development

Microsoft Azure

Azure DevOps

Job description

Overview

Job Requisition ID: 11384

Position Status: Permanent Full Time

Position Type: Hybrid

Office Location: Ottawa (ON); Montreal (QC)

Travel Requirement: Limited

Language Designation: Bilingual

Language Skill Levels (Read/Write/Speak): CBC

Security Requirement: Secret

Salary: Our salaries generally range from $101639.30 to $127049.12 and are based on qualifications and experience.

About CMHC

The work you do and the work we do together matters. We come to work every day with a common purpose: to contribute to a well-functioning housing system.

At CMHC, we hold ourselves accountable for our results and support our colleagues in their achievements. We thrive on collaboration, connecting across CMHC and involving the right people to get our work done. Our leadership style is guided by trust, where our leaders favour an adaptive approach based on the needs of their teams.

Join us and be part of a team that\'s committed to making a real difference and be part of something meaningful.

What’s in it for you

We’ve got the purpose, the people and the perks you need for a fulfilling career. Here’s the comprehensive and generous benefits you get when you’re a permanent employee:

• Annual Paid vacation.
• Annual individual performance incentive.
• Defined benefit pension plan.
• Comprehensive group insurance plan to support your well-being from day one.
• Support towards your personal and professional growth with training, mentorship and more.
• An inclusive workplace culture and environment.

About the Role

Join our dynamic Business Solutions Engineering Team as a Bilingual Manager – Software Engineering. In this leadership role, you’ll guide a team of talented technology specialists, fostering a culture of continuous learning, innovation, and technical excellence. Reporting to the Senior Manager of the Corporate Service Team, you’ll be instrumental in shaping software engineering practices, driving delivery excellence, and enabling impactful business outcomes.

What you’ll do:

• Lead and Inspire: Build and mentor a high-performing team focused on delivering business value through agile, innovative, and productive ways of working.
• Establish Engineering Excellence: Define and promote best practices, standards, and training programs to ensure consistency and quality across software development initiatives.
• Measure and Improve: Develop metrics and reporting mechanisms to monitor progress, identify improvement opportunities, and enhance delivery performance and client satisfaction.
• Drive Innovation: Champion creative problem-solving and experimentation, encouraging the team to explore new technologies and approaches that strengthen our competitive edge.
• Enable Delivery: Collaborate with project and product teams to understand their needs and optimize tools, platforms, and processes that accelerate customer value delivery.
• Coach and Support: Provide expert guidance, performance feedback, and coaching to team members, ensuring high-quality outcomes and professional growth.

What you should have

• A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• A Minimum 7 years of experience in software engineering, including full lifecycle delivery from planning to implementation.
• At least 3 years of experience in a leadership role, with a track record of coaching, change management, and fostering innovation.
• Strong knowledge of design patterns, code reviews, debugging, and application security principles.
• A solid understanding of application security principles, including the process of identifying and repairing vulnerabilities in application software. Familiarity with tools and techniques to test and monitor applications for security vulnerabilities.
• Proven analytical and technical skills, with a logical approach to problem-solving.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to build strong relationships across teams and stakeholders.
• Excellent communication skills in both English and French, with the ability to influence and engage at all levels, including senior leadership.

Technical Expertise

• Deep understanding of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations (F&O).
• Experience with SAS IFRS and Wallstreet platforms.
• Proficiency in X++, Visual Studio, and .NET development.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Azure, including Azure Functions and Logic Apps.
• Solid grasp of Agile methodologies, DevOps, and CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps and Git.

Posting closing date: Note, the competition will remain active until filled.

Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

We’re committed to employment equity and encourage women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, veterans and persons of all races, ethnicities, religions, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities and expressions to apply. We also welcome applications from non-Canadians who are eligible to work in Canada.

CMHC is an inclusive workplace where diversity of thought – and of people – are recognized, valued, and considered essential to achieving our mission.

Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion

What happens after you apply

We know that applying for a new job can be both exciting and daunting, and we appreciate your effort. Learn more about our hiring process. If you are selected for an interview or testing, please advise us if you require an accommodation.

If you applied before and you were not successful don’t worry – we\'re always posting new positions, so don’t hesitate to give it another shot. We\’re excited to see what you bring to the table this time around!