Lead Engineer, Simcorp

CPP Investments | Investissements RPC; Toronto; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

CPP Investments in Toronto is seeking a Lead Engineer for SimCorp to design, build, and operate technology that supports Investment Accounting, Performance Measurement, and Investment Operations across our global portfolio.

As a hands-on technical leader, you will deliver high‑quality software, mentor engineers, and strengthen engineering practices, operational resilience, and delivery capabilities within the SimCorp Technology team and across Technology & Data.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Engineering or Computer Science.
• Minimum six years of software engineering or technology experience.
• Proficiency in Python, C++, or Java.
• Strong knowledge of software development practices and Agile delivery.
• Ability to write clean, well-documented code and lead others.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, test, deploy, and support end-to-end technology solutions in an Agile environment.
• Provide hands-on technical leadership and coaching across teams.
• Guide solution design using advanced knowledge of technology and business capabilities.
• Encourage agility and innovation through early feedback and responsiveness.
• Frame complex problems clearly and build support for recommendations.
• Lead cross-team root-cause analysis and strengthen operational resilience.
• Build strong relationships with business partners and vendor teams.

Skills

Python

C++

Java

Version control

Testing

Agile

Technical leadership

Collaboration

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree 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.

Role Summary

As Lead Engineer, SimCorp, you will design, build, and operate technology that supports Investment Accounting, Performance Measurement, and Investment Operations across CPP Investments’ global portfolio.

As a hands‑on technical leader, you will deliver high‑quality software, solve complex engineering challenges, mentor other engineers, and strengthen engineering practices, operational resilience, and delivery capabilities within the SimCorp Technology team and across Technology & Data.

Accountabilities & Qualifications

Technology & Data is fundamental to how CPP Investments manages risk, measures performance, and supports investment operations across its global portfolio. The SimCorp Technology team develops and operates the technology ecosystem supporting Investment Accounting, Performance Measurement, and Investment Operations.

Accountabilities

• Design, build, test, deploy, and support end‑to‑end technology solutions that enable complex business capabilities in an Agile environment
• Provide hands‑on technical leadership and coaching while promoting engineering excellence and continuous improvement within and across teams
• Apply advanced knowledge of the technical landscape and supported business capabilities to guide solution design and engineering decisions
• Encourage agility and innovation through experimentation, early feedback, and responsiveness to evolving business needs
• Frame complex problems clearly, engage colleagues in thoughtful analysis, and build support for well‑reasoned recommendations
• Lead or facilitate cross‑team root‑cause analysis and strengthen operational resilience
• Build strong relationships with business partners, peer technology teams, and vendors while fostering collaboration, mentorship, learning, and professional growth

What You Bring

• An undergraduate degree or college diploma in a related field, such as Engineering or Computer Science
• At least six years of relevant software engineering or technology 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 delivery
• Demonstrated ability to write clean, readable, well‑documented code that follows established coding standards
• Experience providing technical leadership, coaching, or mentorship to other engineers
• Strong problem‑solving, collaboration, and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across business, technology, and vendor teams

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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