Software Engineering Manager, DevSecOps & Automation

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

CIBC is seeking a dynamic and experienced Software Engineering Manager to lead our DevSecOps & Automation team. This role is responsible for driving the adoption of secure, automated software delivery practices across the organization, ensuring the reliability, security, and scalability of our technology platforms. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in software engineering, DevSecOps methodologies, and automation frameworks, with proven leadership capabilities.

At 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 1-3 days per week on-site, while other days will be remote.

How You’ll Succeed

• DevSecOps Strategy & Implementation – Define and execute the DevSecOps roadmap, KPI, quarterly OKR aligning with business and technology objectives, and ROI goals. Championing the integration of security best practices throughout the software development lifecycle (SDLC). Oversee the implementation and management of CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code (IaC), and automated testing frameworks, quantifying ROI.

• Leveraging technology - Become a technology expert. Identify opportunities for automation across development, deployment, and operational processes. Evaluate, implement, and maintain tools for configuration management, monitoring, and security compliance.

• Strategic Minded – You’ll build and execute on communication strategies in support of key business initiatives that impact TI&I team members, partners and CIBC clients. You will work closely with the SEVP and Group Head, TI&I and her senior leadership team to develop and execute communication strategies and plans that foster a solid understanding of TI&I’s purpose-driven mandate to run, protect and transform the bank.

• Collaboration & Stakeholder Management:   Work closely with software engineering, security, infrastructure, and business teams to deliver secure, reliable solutions. Communicate technical concepts and project status to stakeholders at all levels.

• Governance & Compliance: Ensure all DevSecOps practices comply with regulatory requirements and internal policies.  Drive initiatives to improve auditability, traceability, and risk management within technology operations.  

Who You Are

• You bring 8-12 years of related experience OR Combination of education and experience, ideally within financial services or technology, 6+ years of experience in a leadership or management capacity.  

• You have a Strategic Mindset: Ability to think strategically about the bank's objectives, and solve complex problems, aligning projects with broader business goals.

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

• You have extensive knowledge of banking products, services, and industry regulations; expert understanding of current industry trends and developments; ability to influence strategic decisions using industry knowledge 

• You have lead compliance adherence within your area of responsibility; ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements; engaging with Compliance and Audit teams as needed.

• You have overseen risk management activities within your team, influenced risk culture, and aligned risk management with departmental goals.

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