Java Application Developer

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A major banking institution in Toronto seeks a Consultant for Application Development to lead complex mobile projects and enhance client experiences. This role involves technical design, strategic planning, and continuous improvement within a team focused on innovation. The ideal candidate has extensive experience with Java, Spring technologies, and cloud solutions. CIBC emphasizes an inclusive culture and offers a competitive salary along with various employee benefits, making this an exciting opportunity for motivated professionals.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Defined benefit pension plan

Employee share purchase plan

Vacation offering

Wellbeing support

Social recognition program

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in Java development.
• Strong knowledge of application programming and system integration.
• Experience with DevOps and cloud technologies.

Responsibilities

• Perform and coordinate application programming activities.
• Develop multi-year technology roadmaps aligning with bank strategy.
• Advocate for continuous improvement in processes and practices.

Skills

Java 21

Spring

SpringBoot

SQL/Oracle

Azure cloud

DevOps

RESTFul services

JSF

Angular

Kafka

Solace

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

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 joining CIBC’s Capital Markets team, specifically the Alternate Solutions Group. You’ll be at the heart of CIBC’s digital transformation, successfully delivering complex, enterprise-scale mobile projects involving multiple back-end systems. As an Consultant, Application Development, you’ll assemble, implement and maintain easy, flexible, and personalized solutions that enhance the client experience across the ASG group of applications. You’ll lead the planning and strategy for the technical design, development and integration of these applications.

How you'll succeed

• Design and development - 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.
• Strategic planning - 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.
• Continuous Improvement: Be the advocate for continuous improvement in both process efficiency and effectiveness, as well as development best practices that ensure quality of work. Be able to bring a positive influence to the team you work with. Having the right understanding of modern technology and modern development culture is an asset.
• Leadership skills - Act as the development team lead and run code-review sessions with the wider team to ensure the project is on track to meet goals. Support and mentor intermediate and senior developers by sharing knowledge, collaborating and problem solving.

Who you are

• You can demonstrate experience in: at least 5 years of Java 21, Spring, SpringBoot, SQL/Oracle, Azure cloud, DevOps, and RESTFul services. It’s an asset if you have experience in JSF, Angular and an understanding of async, Kafka or Solace.
• You embrace and advocate change. You'll continuously evolve your thinking and the way you work in order to deliver your best.
• 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, Docker Container, Java, Java Web Applications, Kubernetes, Microsoft Azure, Oracle Database, Redis Cache, Spring Boot, Spring Web MVC, WildFly