Technical Team Lead, Workflow and Shared Services

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading bank in Toronto seeks a Senior Consultant for Application Development to lead the design and development of application systems. This role involves technical leadership, stakeholder management, and driving innovative solutions to meet business needs. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in Java, Spring Boot, and Microservices, along with a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science. Join a team that values trust, teamwork, and accountability.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in application development.
• Expertise in Java, Spring Boot, Microservices, and Azure.

Responsibilities

• Lead functional design and development of application systems.
• Perform complex solution design activities aligned with business objectives.
• Act as solution lead and mentor junior designers and developers.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

Microservices

Azure

Docker

Technical Leadership

Web Application Development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Tools

Kubernetes

OpenShift Container

Azure DevOps

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

The Senior Consultant, Application Development is responsible for leading the functional design and development of application systems across all technologies and platforms. The role provides consultation for senior management on a wide spectrum of existing and emerging infrastructure technologies, translating user requirements to process and data requirements and developing solutions for the business with far-reaching impact. The Senior Consultant, Application Development provides technical leadership to develop precise steps and processing logic across all platforms, ensuring the designed specifications meet business needs. Additionally, the role offers comprehensive senior-level technical consulting to other IT senior management and technical teams. The role involves making technology selection decisions often in situations where business requirements are not fully defined.

At CIBC, we enable an optimal work environment for you to thrive in your role. Details about your work arrangement (proportion of on-site and remote work) will be discussed during your interview.

How You’ll Succeed

1. Strategic Development & Execution: Perform and coordinate complex solution design activities. Understand business requirements and translate them into system and application designs aligned with our technology roadmap. Design and document technical functionalities, infrastructure, interfaces, and integrations. Lead the design of cost-effective and innovative solutions to meet business objectives and operational efficiency goals.
2. Strategy and Roadmap: Contribute to technology roadmaps aligned with the bank’s vision, strategy, and business objectives. Lead multiple complex technology solutions while maintaining consistency across platforms, adopting best practices, and promoting continuous improvement.
3. Stakeholder Management: Act as the solution lead and interface with project teams by driving and moderating design review sessions to ensure alignment with business requirements and architectural standards. Support and mentor junior designers and developers through knowledge sharing, collaboration, and problem-solving.

Who You Are

• You can demonstrate 5+ years of experience in: designing, developing, implementing, and supporting applications with expertise in Java, Spring Boot, Microservices, Azure, Azure DevOps, BAMOE, Kubernetes, OpenShift Container, and Angular (optional).
• You embrace and champion change: You are passionate about staying on top of technological trends and continuously evolving your skills and work methods.
• Your influence makes an impact: You understand the importance of relationships and networks to success and inspire outcomes through effective communication.
• You’re digitally savvy: You seek innovative solutions and readily adapt to new tools and trends.
• You have a degree/diploma: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Computer Science or a related technical discipline.
• Values matter to you: You bring your authentic self to work and embody our core values of trust, teamwork, and accountability.

What You Need to Know

• CIBC is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all team members and clients feel a sense of belonging. We seek applicants with diverse abilities and provide accessible candidate experiences. If you need accommodations, please contact [e-mail]

• You must be legally eligible to work at the specified location(s) and, if applicable, possess a valid work or study permit.

• You may be asked to complete assessments and skills tests (such as coding, simulation, MS Office). Our goal is to learn about your capabilities and provide you with information about us.

Job Location

Toronto - 81 Bay, 16th Floor

Employment Type

Regular

Weekly Hours

37.5

Primary Recruiter

Anju Rani

Skills

Application Development, Business Requirements, Design, Docker, Functional Designs, Java, Microservices Architecture, Spring Boot, Technical Leadership, User Requirements, Web Application Development