Lead Engineer, Credit Investments, Alternative Investments Technology

CPP Investments; Toronto; On-site; CAD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

CPP Investments is seeking a Lead Software Engineer to guide end-to-end delivery of technology solutions for complex investment capabilities. You will provide technical leadership, drive engineering excellence, and coach colleagues across Technology & Data and the business to deliver high-quality solutions.

The role sits within the Alternative Investments Technology team, supporting Credit Investments and CPP Investments' global portfolio.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in a related field such as Engineering or Computer Science.
• 6+ years of relevant engineering experience.
• Proficiency in programming languages Python, C++ or Java.
• Strong knowledge of software development practices including version control, testing methodologies and Agile development.
• Experience writing clean, readable, well‑documented code adhering to coding standards.
• Ability to provide technical leadership and guidance in a collaborative engineering environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, test and support technology solutions end-to-end in an Agile environment.
• Provide technical leadership and coaching, driving engineering excellence and continuous improvement.
• Apply an advanced understanding of the technology landscape to guide technical decisions and colleagues.
• Foster agility and innovation through experimentation, feedback and responsiveness to business needs.
• Frame complex problems clearly and engage colleagues in problem-solving with well‑reasoned recommendations.
• Lead and facilitate root-cause analysis involving multiple teams to resolve complex technology issues.
• Build strong relationships and collaborate with business partners, Technology & Data teams and vendors.

Skills

Python

C++

Java

Agile development

Version control

Testing methodologies

Code documentation

Education

Undergraduate degree or college diploma in Engineering or Computer Science

Job description

Purpose. Performance. People. Joining CPP Investments means joining one of the world's most admired and respected institutional investors to drive a single mandate: to deliver strong, sustainable returns for generations of Canadians. With a long-term horizon and global reach, we deploy capital at scale across public and private markets. Our size, stability, and disciplined investment philosophy allow us to pursue complex opportunities and build enduring partnerships worldwide. For our people, this means meaningful work with tangible impact, real opportunity, and collaboration with exceptional colleagues who value partnership and performance. Here, you'll contribute to outcomes that matter alongside team members committed to excellence and shared success.

The Role As a Lead Software Engineer, you will guide and participate in the end-to-end delivery and support of technology solutions and products that enable complex investment capabilities. You will provide technical leadership, drive engineering excellence and continuous improvement, and coach colleagues while partnering across Technology & Data and the business to deliver responsive, high-quality solutions.

The Team Alternative Investments Technology partners with investment teams to deliver and support technology solutions that enable CPP Investments' investment activities. Within this group, the Credit Investments technology team supports Credit Investments, which oversees CPP Investments' global credit portfolio and provides a range of debt-financing solutions across the capital structure.

• Design, build, test and support technology solutions end-to-end to enable complex business capabilities in an Agile environment
• Provide technical leadership and coaching, driving engineering excellence and continuous improvement within the team and influencing practices across Technology & Data
• Apply an advanced understanding of the technology landscape and the business capabilities it supports to guide technical decisions and colleagues
• Foster agility and innovation through experimentation, early feedback and responsiveness to evolving business needs
• Frame complex problems clearly, engage colleagues in thoughtful problem-solving and build support for well-reasoned recommendations
• Lead and facilitate root-cause analysis involving multiple teams to resolve complex technology issues
• Build strong relationships and foster collaboration, feedback, learning and professional growth across business partners, Technology & Data teams and vendor partners

What You Bring

• Undergraduate degree or college diploma in a related field, such as Engineering or Computer Science
• 6+ years of relevant experience
• Extensive experience with programming languages such as Python, C++ or Java
• Strong knowledge of software development practices, including version control, testing methodologies and Agile development
• Extensive experience developing clean, readable and well-documented code while adhering to established coding standards
• Demonstrated ability to provide technical leadership, coaching and guidance in a collaborative engineering environment

You are motivated to contribute to something larger than yourself, approach complex challenges with rigor, and hold yourself to high standards in a collaborative, performance-driven environment. We provide colleagues with cutting-edge AI tools, dedicated learning time, and practical support to help them deliver with greater impact.

Inclusion & Accessibility

CPP Investments is committed to equitable access to employment and building a workforce that reflects diverse talent and perspectives. If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.

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About Us

Why Work With Us For 25 years, we've proudly invested the Canada Pension Plan Fund, helping to secure retirement for more than 22 million Canadians. We invest for the long term - and that includes our people.

Our Guiding Principles

Our guiding principles shape our culture. They define how we work and represent the values that guide our behaviours. They are Integrity, Partnership and High Performance.

Our Impact

We invest globally across public and private markets, managing capital on behalf of millions of contributors and beneficiaries. We focus on long-term value creation and responsible investing, with offices in major financial centres around the world.

What You Can Expect

• Meaningful work with measurable impact
• Exposure to complex, global challenges
• Opportunities for learning and growth
• Competitive total rewards and benefits
• Comprehensive wellness programs
• Inclusive and respectful of diverse perspectives

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