Sr Software Engineer (.Net/Azure/Databricks)

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 Senior Software Engineer, you will leverage your expertise in React, .Net, SQL, and JavaScript to lead the development, enhancement, and maintenance of critical software solutions. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to design robust applications, drive technical innovation, and ensure high-quality delivery that supports strategic business objectives and elevates client experiences.

 CIBC we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role. You’ll have the flexibility to manage your work activities within a hybrid work arrangement where you’ll spend 2-3 days per week on-site at our Chicago location, while other days may be remote.

How you’ll succeed

• Delivery: Deliver projects with moderate oversight, owning outcomes, scope, and task delegation. Translate goals into clear technical tasks, make decisions within defined parameters, and ensure delivery aligns with departmental objectives and timelines.

• Technical Excellence: Design and ship secure, scalable solutions across the stack. Drive automation, comprehensive testing, CI/CD, and observability, while reducing technical debt and improving performance and reliability. Leverage GitHub CoPilot in Software Development best practices.

• Industry and Domain Impact: Apply banking product and regulatory knowledge to shape solutions and initiatives. Leverage current industry trends to drive measurable process and product improvements, making data-driven trade-offs and recommendations.

• Risk and Compliance: Participate in project-level risk assessments, define and execute mitigation plans, and embed security/privacy-by-design. Ensure adherence to policies and regulatory requirements, stay current on regulatory changes, and partner with Compliance and Audit for effective oversight.

• Stakeholder and Team Management: Work across product, design, operations, and partner teams. Communicate status, risks, and decisions clearly; influence cross-functional outcomes; participate in code reviews and knowledge sharing to raise team standards.

Who you are:

• You possess 5-7 years of related experience OR Combination of education and experience, ideally within financial services or tech.

• You must have experience in .Net framework 8/10 for designing, developing, and maintaining scalable applications with a strong expertise in SQL for database design, optimization, and complex query development. You must bring strong front-end/web fundamentals (JavaScript, jQuery, CSS) and experience delivering large-scale, browser-based applications. Knowledge of banking products, services, and industry regulations. Proven ability to develop prototypes/POCs and translate them into solutions. DevOps exposure (CI/CD and modern engineering practices) preferred. You must also have good knowledge of Front End development, especially React, in-depth experience with JavaScript and related frameworks

• You have a deep understanding of current industry trends and developments; ability to lead initiatives that leverage industry knowledge to drive business improvements. Knowledge of ETL processes and Python/Databricks is desired, not required. Completes projects or initiatives with moderate oversight; makes decisions within defined parameters. Ability to solve tactical problems and ensure project alignment with departmental goals. Participate in risk assessments, develop risk mitigation plans, and ensure compliance with risk management policies. Compliance adherence within their projects; ensure project outcomes adhere to regulatory requirements; stay informed about regulatory changes and their impact on operations; partner with Compliance and Audit teams.. Client-focused, goal-oriented, and continuous learner with strong values alignment (trust, teamwork, accountability).

• You are a certified professional. Microsoft/Azure certifications are an asset.

• You have a Degree/diploma in Computer Science, Engineering, MIS, or related field or relevant certifications and/or completion of a relevant bootcamp.

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At CIBC, we offer a competitive total rewards package.  This role has an expected salary range of $120,000- $135,000 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 also may 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.

This position does not offer visa sponsorship.

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*, 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 [email protected]

• 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.

Job Location

IL-Chicago, 70 W Madison St Fl 10

Employment Type

Regular

Weekly Hours

40

Skills

.NET Programming, API Development, API Management, Application Development, Applications Programming, Azure App Service, C# .NET Programming, CI/CD, Databricks Platform, Databricks SQL, Databricks Unity Catalog, JavaScript, jQuery, Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Azure Databricks, Microsoft Azure Functions, Microsoft SQL Server, Python Software Development, SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS), SSIS Packages