Software Engineer Manager, US Risk Technology

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.

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What You’ll Be Doing

The US Risk Technology team is responsible for CIBC’s US anti-money laundering (AML) systems, including feeds from our data warehouse to SAS Viya. and also oversees US Power Platform development. As a Software Engineer Manager on the US Risk Technology team, you’ll be a hands-on technical leader building the data and automation tools that support CIBC’s US Risk Management organization. Your primary responsibilities are to direct a team of software engineers and provide technical leadership to the US Risk Technology team. You will work with business analysts, technology project managers, quality assurance engineers, technical architects, and information security analysts. US Risk Technology uses two development toolsets including Databricks, for extract, transform, load (ETL) jobs from our Azure SQL data warehouse, Power Platform for workflow automation using SharePoint, Power Automate, and Dataverse.

At CIBC we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role. You’ll spend two days per week on-site at our 70 W Madison Street office in Chicago with the option to work remotely on the other days.

How You’ll Succeed

• People Management – oversee a team of four software engineers.

• Software Development – develop extract, transform, load (ETL) processes using Databricks. Build workflow and automation solutions using Microsoft Power Platform (Power Apps, Power BI, Power Automate, Dataverse, and connectors).

• Technical Leadership – apply best practices for architecture, security, and testing.

• Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) – write solution design documents, conduct code reviews, and participate in risk assessment activities.

• DevSecOps – use CI/CD pipelines in Azure DevOps and GitHub. Incorporate security code scanning tools like Fortify and Black Duck.

• Project Management – participate in project planning and estimation, ensuring timely delivery of software projects while managing risks and dependencies.

• Collaboration – build trusted working relationships with business stakeholders and technology partners. Ensure alignment between business objectives and software implementation.

• Communication – express technical concepts to non-technical audiences with precision and clarity.

• Continuous Learning – stay up-to-date with emerging technologies, changes in the banking industry, and regulatory developments.

Who You Are

• You have at least 7 years of experience as a software engineer with demonstrated people management experience and relevant academic qualifications. You have broad technical familiarity with relational databases (SQL), including ETL tools like Databricks, Talend, or Alteryx. Expertise with low-code development in Power Platform would be ideal. You also demonstrate a strong knowledge of cloud technology, preferably in Azure, including Azure Data Lake Storage, Network Security Groups, Service Principals, and Key Vaults. You must understand banking fundamentals. Exposure to risk management, anti-money laundering, capital stress testing, credit risk models, and regulatory compliance would be particularly relevant. Experience in a highly-regulated industry like financial services, insurance, or healthcare would be an asset.

• You are a certified professional. Certifications, such as AZ-900 Azure Fundamentals, are an asset.

• You are a technology enthusiast who is passionate about data, automation, and its potential in the financial services industry.

• Your influence makes an impact. You know that relationships and networks are essential to success. You inspire outcomes by making yourself heard.

• 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.

• Values matter to you. You bring your real self to work and you live our values, trust, teamwork, and accountability.

This position does not offer visa sponsorship.

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At CIBC, we offer a competitive total rewards package. This role has an expected salary range of $127,500-$187,500 for the Chicago market based on experience, qualifications, and location of the position. The successful candidate may be eligible to participate in the relevant business unit’s incentive compensation plan, which may also include a discretionary bonus component. CIBC offers a full range of benefits and programs to meet our employee’s needs; including Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance, Disability, and Other Insurance Plans, Paid Time Off (including Sick Leave, Parental Leave and Vacation), Holidays and 401(k), in addition to other special perks reserved for our team members.

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At CIBC, your goals are a priority. We start with your strengths, ambitions and strive to create opportunities to tap into your potential.  

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 Mailbox.careers-carrieres@cibc.com

• 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 tests (such as simulation, coding, MS Office). 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.

Expected End Date

2025-06-03

Job Location

IL-70 W Madison St, 10th Fl

Employment Type

Regular

Weekly Hours

40

Skills

Business Intelligence (BI), Databricks Platform, Low Code Application Development, Microsoft Power Apps, Software Application Development, Structured Query Language (SQL) Development

Salary : $127,500 - $187,500