Senior Manager, Application Development

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (Canada); Toronto; Vor Ort; CAD 140.000 - 190.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

CIBC is seeking a Senior Manager, Application Development to lead multiple development teams and oversee enterprise applications across a major line of business. The role emphasizes hands-on .NET (C#) development leadership, SQL Server optimization, and a strong data/tech stack including Cognos, Power BI, and Databricks.

You will guide architecture, RESTful APIs, and microservices, while coaching 4–5 engineers to deliver high-impact solutions in a collaborative, inclusive environment.

Qualifikationen

• 8+ years hands-on experience in .NET (C#) application development, SQL Server design/optimization, and data tech stack.
• Strong DevOps practices including environment, security, pipeline management, release management, and Jira/AzureDevOps experience.
• Solid understanding of software architecture, RESTful APIs, microservices, and Azure cloud.
• Proven ability to lead, coach, and develop 4–5 person teams and manage large projects/programs.

Aufgaben

• Oversee multiple development projects and teams for a major business line.
• Manage development, testing and implementation of enterprise applications.
• Monitor quality, resource allocations, and ensure best-practice development techniques.
• Collaborate with clients and partners to define services and standards.
• Lead and coach team to deliver solutions that drive business improvement.
• Advise application owners on technology possibilities and requirements.

Kenntnisse

.NET (C#)

SQL Server

Data tech stack

BI tools

Azure cloud

DevOps practices

Leadership

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related

Tools

Cognos

Power BI

Databricks

Informatica

Azure

Jobbeschreibung

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

As a member of CIBC’s team, the Senior Manager, Application Development is a professional responsible for managing multiple development projects, development groups and application support functions for a major line of business. The role applies professional knowledge to oversee the development, testing and implementation of organization-wide systems, directing, motivating and developing staff to maximize their individual contribution and function effectively as a team. The Senior Manager, Application Development leads a team to manage resource requirements and allocations, monitor and improve quality, and ensure ‘best practice’ development techniques. Additionally, the role works with the business in the development, testing and implementation of application programs that help promote business improvement. At CIBC we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role. Details on your work arrangement (proportion of on-site and remote work) will be discussed at the time of your interview.

How you’ll succeed

• Understanding Requirements – Track and analyze operating environment for specified services and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Work with clients and internal partners to determine, negotiate, and manage services to the agreed standards.
• Monitor service levels to identify opportunities for improvement and recommend appropriate solutions.
• People Leadership – Lead and coach a high performing group team of individuals.
• Direct, motivate, and develop your team, maximizing their contributions and professional growth.
• Share knowledge and collaborate to come up with effective solutions to problems.
• Relationship Management – Work closely with clients and business partners to develop, test, and implement application program.
• Impact and improve the business by advising application owners on the technology possibilities and requirements.

Who you are

• You demonstrate atleast 8+ years of hands‑on experience in .NET (C#) application development, SQL Server database design and optimization, data technology stack (informatica, Azure SQL, REST APIs), BI tools (Cognos, PowerBI), Databricks for scalable ETL pipelines and data models.
• You have a solid knowledge of DevOps practices including environment management, security, pipeline management, compliance, release management with proficiency in Jira/AzureDevOps for taxonomy, story writing, estimation, and velocity measurement with proven experience managing large‑scale projects/programs, including budgeting and resource planning and vendor management/third‑party solution integration.
• Strong understanding of software architecture, RESTful APIs, microservices, and cloud platforms (Azure preferred) is required.
• You are a people leader, leading a team of developers and testers for 4‑5 years and are a seasoned professional with the ability to coach and help develop other team members.
• You are a code quality champion with hands‑on experience in Software Design using SOLID Design principles.
• It is an asset if you have a familiarity with foundation AI models and integrating AI/ML solutions into enterprise applications, understanding of AI model fine‑tuning and customization with a strong experience with AI‑powered coding agents (e.g., GitHubCopilot).
• You have a degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Management Information Systems, or a related field of study.
• You are a bold and authentic leader.
• You’re passionate about developing and coaching to bring out the best in people.
• You have led diverse, high performing teams.
• You embrace and champion change.
• You’ll continuously evolve your thinking and the way you work in order to deliver your best.
• You’re driven by collective success.
• You know that collaboration can transform a good idea into a great one.
• You understand the power of an inclusive team that enjoys working together to create a shared vision.
• You live your values.
• You bring high standards, genuine care to your relationships, and want to grow with an employer that shares your values and brings out your best.

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.

JobLocationToronto‑81Bay,25thFloorEmploymentTypeRegularWeeklyHours37.5

Skills: Analytical Thinking, Application Development, Application Testing, Emerging Technologies, People Management, Project Management, Technology, Technical Leadership, Work Collaboratively At CIBC, we are in business to help our clients, employees and shareholders achieve what is important to them. Our ability to create value for all CIBC stakeholders is driven by a business culture based on common values: Trust, Teamwork and Accountability. Working with CIBC makes you a part of a work environment committed to our clients, employees and communities - a place where you can excel. Every day, our 48,000 employees help our clients achieve their financial goals, because what matters to our clients, matters to us.