Software Engineer I

What Youll Be Doing (position summary):

As a Software Engineer I at CIBC, you design, build, and deliver secure, scalable software that advances strategic priorities and improves client experience. You operate end-to-end, from discovery to deployment and support, partnering with product, design, and operations to make sound trade-offs and deliver measurable outcomes. You reduce technical debt, elevate code quality, and enhance tooling, contributing to cloud/DevOps while ensuring compliance with CIBC standards, risk controls, and regulations. You strengthen the team through code reviews, knowledge sharing, and mentoring entry-level developers. This role is part of CIBC India, our newly established office that supports our U.S. and Canadian businesses through global collaboration, technology expertise and operational excellence.

At CIBC India we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role. Details on your work arrangement (including on-site and remote work) will be discussed at the time of your interview.

How Youll Succeed (responsibilities):

• Programming: Develop, code and test end-to-end stack of applications. Review, analyze, and modify programming systems, including coding, testing, and debugging. Utilization of GitHub CoPilot as part of daily software development activities.
• Systems Implementation: Participate and conduct technical design, development, and integration of cross functional, multi-platform application systems.
• Troubleshooting and Technical Skills: Work closely with key business and technology partners to ensure issues are well understood and addressed. Ensure adherence to all regulatory and information security standards and policies are maintained in all aspects of the application management.
• Relationship Management: Build strong relationships with team members, peers, and U.S. based partners. Lead discussions, listen actively, and ask thoughtful questions to identify and resolve issues. Communicate clearly, confidently, and professionally.

COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENTS/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• As an employee of CIBC, the incumbent must comply with all applicable CIBC and Line of Business policies, standards, guidelines and controls.

CONDUCT & CULTURE RISK:

Our CIBC risk culture is based on employees striving to exceed the expectations of ourselves and our leaderships identification and mitigation of risks in their daily responsibilities, not just in quarterly or annual monitoring/assessments. We all are accountable for managing risk.

As an employee of CIBC the incumbent must conduct themselves (and foster an environment for others) in a manner consistent with our strong risk culture. This includes:

• Following all aspects of the CIBC Code of Conduct, as well as all applicable CIBC policies, frameworks, guidelines, processes and controls
• At all times acting in accordance with our Purpose and shared values, to achieve our Banks strategic goals
• Understanding and following the qualitative and quantitative components of our Risk Appetite Statements
• Completing all annual Corporate Mandatory Training and Testing modules, as well as any additional business-specific modules, as required and employing the learnings in daily activities and undertakings
• Escalating matters through one of the appropriate channels identified in the CIBC Code of Conduct (i.e., HR, management, Ethics Hotline, Whistleblower, etc.) upon observing activities that may be inconsistent with CIBCs policies, frameworks, guidelines, processes and controls
• Speaking up if witnessing behaviors that drive poor or unfair outcomes for clients, team members or other stakeholders
• Escalating matters that can result in adverse market practices and outcomes, thereby negatively impacting CIBCs reputation as a leading financial institution

Experience: 2-4 years of experience

Who You Are (skills/qualifications):

• Degree/diploma in Computer Science, Engineering, MIS, or related field or relevant certifications and/or completion of a relevant bootcamp
• 2-4 years of related experience OR Combination of education and experience, ideally within financial services or tech
• Good understanding of banking products, services, and industry regulations; awareness of current industry trends and developments; familiarity with the bank's core systems and processes
• Ability to identify and analyze risks within domain and contribute to risk mitigation strategies
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations within domain; stay updated on regulatory changes; assist in compliance reporting as needed; collaborate with Compliance and Audit teams
• Knowledge and understanding of Software Development Life Cycle, Databases, Oracle, batch processing, knowledge of firewalls, FTP and SFTP
• Experience with software development in Python, C#, JavaScript or TypeScript
• Working knowledge on building, maintaining applications in Cloud Platforms such as Azure and AWS
• AZ-900 (Azure Fundamentals) certification is preferred
• Experience with .NET development and ability to build or support backend application components.
• Experience with SQL for querying data, troubleshooting issues, and supporting application development
• Experience with React and modern front-end development concepts for building user-facing features
• Experience with APIs and how applications exchange data through service integrations.
• Experience with Agile delivery practices and standard work management and ticket tracking tools
• Banking or financial services experience is an asset, with an understanding of regulated environments and business processes
• Understanding of version control systems (e.g., Git)
• Working knowledge of JIRA for backlog management, defect tracking, and team collaboration
• Knowledge and Experience with Artificial Intelligence
• Embrace and advocate changefor optimal solutions and outcomes
• Influential, relationship management and networking, inspiring outcomes by sharing expertise
• Digitally savvy; innovative, embrace evolving technologies; easily adapt to new tools and trends
• Client-focused and solid team player
• Accountable

About CIBC:

CIBC is a leading North American bank, with a history of more than 150 years of living our purpose - to help make your ambition a reality. Client relationships are at the centre of our strategy, and our growth is enabled by a highly engaged and connected global team. From digital banking to community impact, were proud to drive progress for our clients and our communities. Recognized for our culture, award-winning innovation and community investment, CIBC continues to evolve by putting people and progress at the centre of everything we do.

About CIBC India:

CIBC India is a technology and operations hub in Hyderabad, where youll be part of our highly engaged and global team, and play a central role in supporting our growth. Whether youre driving innovation in digital banking or streamlining client onboarding, youll be part of a culture recognized for excellence and investment in people. At CIBC India, people and progress are at the centre of what we do: youll develop skills, collaborate with industry leaders, and see your ideas realized in a culture that values progress and belonging. We provide cutting-edge resources, ongoing learning, and a supportive environment where people come first. If youre ready to create meaningful change and build your future, CIBC India is where your ambition meets opportunity.

What CIBC India Offers:

At CIBC India, your goals are a priority. We start with your strengths and ambitions and strive to create opportunities to tap into your potential. We aspire to give you a career that goes well beyond your compensation.

• We work to recognize you in meaningful, personalized ways including competitive fixed pay, performance-based incentive programs, a family-first benefits program, employer contributions for your retirement, attractive time off and leave offerings, 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 worldwide
• 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

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