DevOps Consultant, Application Development

CIBC; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Banking benefits

Employee share purchase plan

Defined benefit pension plan

MomentMakers program

Job summary

CIBC is seeking a DevOps Consultant to join the Alternate Solutions Group, Capital Markets Technology, driving build, deployment, and CI/CD excellence. You will work with Golang, Java, NodeJS, and middleware to optimize production readiness and accelerate delivery.

The role supports a hybrid work model with on-site and remote days, collaborating across application development, QA, operations, and infrastructure.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of IT experience with Go/Java/Python/NodeJS development and Middleware administration.
• Strong understanding of JVM tuning and configuration.
• Proficient in Linux shell scripting (ksh, bash).
• Solid knowledge of DevOps concepts, tools (Jira, Confluence, Snyk, Aqua).
• Experience with CI/CD toolchains (GitHub Actions, Jenkins) and version control (Git, GitHub).
• Familiar with cloud/deployment platforms (Azure DevOps, OpenShift).
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams in Agile environments.

Responsibilities

• Build & Deploy: Design, develop and maintain automated build and deployment systems; create artifacts/docker images and deploy to Azure DevOps / RedHat OpenShift / Linux environments.
• CI/CD: Maintain automated CI/CD pipelines; define deployment strategy to UAT/PTE/Prod; document build, deployment and configuration processes.
• DevOps Champion: Drive deployment automation end-to-end and promote streamlined lifecycle experiences across teams.
• Experimentation and Innovation: Seek opportunities to improve delivery processes and increase production monitoring and automation.

Skills

Go/Java/Python/NodeJS development

Middleware administration

Linux shell scripting

DevOps concepts & tools

JVM configuration & tuning

Tools

GitHub Actions

Jenkins pipelines

Git

Jira

Confluence

Snyk

Aqua

OpenShift

Azure DevOps

Docker

JFrog Artifactory

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

What you’ll be doing

You’ll be a key part of an innovative, “first to market” technology culture, contributing to CIBC’s digital transformation journey. As a DevOps Consultant you will be joining CIBC’s ASG (Alternate Solutions Group), Capital Markets Technology to provide guidance and support to the project related and regression test related environment teams to help successfully deliver projects on time and within budget. You will help accelerate our transformation and optimize the way we develop and deliver code to ultimately bring high value to our clients.You will collaborate with partners in application development, quality assurance, operations, infrastructure, and business partners across various technology groups to deliver high quality products.

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 1-3 days per week on-site, while other days will be remote.

How you’ll succeed

• Build & Deploy - Design, develop and maintain build and automated code deployment systems. Define, build code (Golang, Java, NodeJS, C++, JBoss EAP), create artifacts/docker images and deployto Azure DevOps / RedHat OpenShift / Linux Environment. Develop scripts of moderate complexity and scope, working with basic applications systems designs and specifications and utilizing standard procedures and techniques. Act as Middleware SME in adjusting and defining configuration of the Middleware platforms to suit needs of the applications. Provide on‑call support to ensure rapid recovery of application failures and participate in the coordination of Production implementations.

• Continuous Integration & Deployment (CI/CD) - Maintain automated continuous integration and continuous delivery systems. Define and maintain version control strategy in application to Git and GitHub version control systems. Closely work with Project Management and QA/PTE/Production teams on defining deployment strategy to UAT/PTE/PROD environments. Write documentation that describes build, deployment and configuration process of the applications.

• DevOps Champion - Drive, design, develop, implement, and maintain deployment automation from code check-in to production. As a change agent, promote an optimized and simplified lifecycle experience for our internal/external partners throughout the entire deployment pipeline. Collaborate with teams using Agile and DevOps principles with a strong focus on cultural and people change management.

• Experimentation and Innovation - Challenge the status quo, look for opportunities to improve and optimize the delivery process. Increase our production monitoring and infrastructure automation capabilities.

Who you are

• You embrace and advocate change. You’ll continuously evolve your thinking and the way you work in order to deliver your best.

• You can demonstrate experience. More than 6 years of experience working in IT industry with preferred background in GO/Java/Python/NodeJS development and Middleware administration of highly available environment.You have a strong understanding of JVM configuration and tuning parameters. You have a strong understanding of DevOps concepts, principles and tools (Code Scanners – Snyk, Aqua and Process Tools – Jira, Confluence), as well as CI/CD toolset (preferably with GitHub Actions and Jenkins pipelines). You have previous experience working with Linux operating system and is able to understand and develop Linux shell scripts (ksh, bash). You have previous experience with application build tools such as Golang, Ant, Maven, Gradle, as well as experience with networks, Load Balancers, Firewalls, Autosys/FH, and version control systems such as Git and GitHub

• Your influence makes a difference. You know that relationships and networks are essential to success. You inspire outcomes by sharing your expertise.

• You’re digitally savvy. You seek out innovative solutions and embrace evolving technologies. You can easily adapt to new tools and trends.

• You’re motivated by collective success. You know that teamwork can transform a good idea into a great one. You know that an inclusive team that enjoys working together can bring a vision to life.

• Values matter to you. You bring your real self to work and you live our values - trust, teamwork, and accountability.

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*, defined benefit pension plan*, an employee share purchase plan, 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 [e-mail]

• CIBC is committed to clarity in our hiring process. All roles posted are opportunities we’re actively recruiting for, unless stated otherwise.

• 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 test (such as simulation, coding, French proficiency).

• We use artificial intelligence tools during the recruitment process. 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

Toronto-81 Bay, 16th Floor

Employment Type

Regular

Weekly Hours

37.5

Skills

Analytical Thinking, Application Development, Applications Programming, DevOps Tools, Emerging Technologies, IT Strategic Planning, Jenkins (Software), JFrog Artifactory, Mentoring Staff, Microsoft Azure DevOps, Microsoft Azure DevOps Pipelines, Project Management Technology, Work Collaboratively