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Were building a relationship-oriented bank for the modern world. We need talented passionate professionals who are dedicated to doing whats 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 Youll Be Doing
As a Senior Technology Architect you will be responsible for the creation and evolution of CIBC BANK USA technology strategy architecture and governance management. You actively contribute to CIBCs enterprise technology standards and best practices and create processes and procedures that align with CIBCs enterprise governance standards. You pro-actively engage in initiatives and projects to ensure all requirements are met; align technology teams with the strategic direction for CIBC Enterprise Architecture and Domain organizations; and ensure the organization stays informed on emerging technology trends. You build relationships across the bank to align business needs with best-in-class technology solutions. The Senior Technology Architect position alsoemphasizes on strategic planning technical leadership and creating architectures of IT systems for both greenfield and existing role involves designing and overseeing the implementation of complex IT architectures aligning technology with business goals and providing guidance to development teams and vendors. This technology architect role also manages exceptions to architectural standards.
At CIBC we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role. Youll have the flexibility to manage your work activities within a hybrid work arrangement where youll spend 1-3 days per week on-site while other days will be remote.
How youll succeed
Strategic Planning & Architecture: Develop and implement technology architectures strategies and roadmaps that align with business objectives. Ensure architecture and solutions created consider factors such as performance scalability impact to upstream and downstream systems record retention and security
Technical Leadership: Provide technical guidance and expertise to project teams developers and vendors.
System Design & Implementation: Design implement and maintain IT systems including infrastructure applications and data solutions. Engage on technology projects (requirements design and testing) to understand their needs and assess alignment to Enterprise standards. Recommend modifications to or exceptions from the standards as appropriate
Standards & Compliance: Establish and enforce architectural standards frameworks metrics policies and procedures.
Communication & Collaboration: Serve as liaison and partner to business teams IT teams and solution and enterprise architects. Communicate technical concepts clearly and effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences collaborating with cross-functional teams.
Problem Solving and Continuous Improvement: Diagnose and troubleshoot system issues ensuring the ongoing stability and performance of IT systems. Stay informed about new technologies and emerging trends identifying opportunities for improvement and innovation.
Cost-Effectiveness: Plan direct and implement cost-effective technology solutions.
Who You Are
You demonstrate experience in Technology Architecture with a strong background in Application Development. You are an expert with interface Design/Architecture Integration Technologies Development and Enterprise Application Integration. You have the ability to create architectural artifacts at the macro and micro level. Should feel comfortable creating high- and low-level design artifacts (e.g. logical physical and conceptual). You must have a strong technical foundation:Expertise in various IT technologies including software security and cloud platforms.
It is an asset if you possess knowledge of Wealth Management Retail and Commercial Banking Health and/or HR business domains highly desirable.
You are a certified professional. Cloud certifications (e.g. Azure or AWS) preferred.
You have a degree/diploma in computer science engineering or a related field with extensive experience in IT architecture and development.
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This position does not offer visa sponsorship
At CIBC we offer a competitive total rewards package. This role has an expected salary range of $140000 - $165000 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 units incentive compensation plan which may also include a discretionary bonus component. CIBC offers a full range of benefits and programs to meet our employees 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) Holidaysand 401(k) in addition to other special perks reserved for our team members.
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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
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-70 W Madison St 10th FlEmployment Type
RegularWeekly Hours
40Skills
Analytical Thinking Business Requirements Data Architecture Data Management IT Architecture Project Resource Management Technical Leadership Work CollaborativelyRequired Experience:
Senior IC
Full-Time