Infrastructure Engineer

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INFRASTRUCTURE ENGINEER

Position Summary:

As a Senior Infrastructure Engineer within CIBCs US Infrastructure Planning and Engineering team youll be a critical contributor to the design implementation and optimization of the organizations hybrid infrastructure across on-premises Co-located data centers and Azure Cloud platforms including Azure VMware Solution (AVS).

You will take a hands-on leadership role in infrastructure modernization cloud adoption automation and lifecycle management of core systems. Youll collaborate with cross-functional teams guide junior engineers and ensure infrastructure services are secure scalable and aligned with evolving business needs.

Key Responsibilities:

Infrastructure Engineering & Operations

• Design implement and manage VMware environments: vSphere vCenter VxRail NSX-T vSAN Horizon HCX and VCF.
• Build and support hybrid infrastructure leveraging Azure and AVS enabling workload migration and optimization.
• Manage the lifecycle of Windows Server and Linux (RHEL) images including patching hardening and compliance.
• Oversee US-region Active Directory services including user account and GPO management (while core AD remains centralized).
• Provide support for Exchange servers SMTP relay services and related infrastructure integrations.
• Administer and optimize storage systems (EMC/Dell) backup and recovery processes (Commvault Rubrik) and DR strategies.
• Implement physical server technologies virtualization and associated hardware infrastructure.

Automation DevOps & Monitoring

• Lead automation initiatives using Terraform Ansible and scripting to streamline provisioning and reduce manual effort.
• Support DevOps practices by integrating infrastructure automation into CI/CD pipelines.
• Utilize monitoring and performance tools such as Dynatrace VMware Aria Operations Log Insight and Network Insight.

Cloud Adoption & Innovation

• Support and execute the strategic migration of workloads to Azure including AVS-based solutions.
• Collaborate with Product Owners and managers to align infrastructure roadmap with business goals.
• Evaluate and recommend modern infrastructure technologies to improve resilience efficiency and security.

Leadership Collaboration & Governance

• Act as a technical leader providing advisory input and hands-on mentorship to junior and peer engineers.
• Work closely with Application Operations End User Tech Asset Management and Security teams to deliver cohesive infrastructure solutions.
• Participate in governance and audit initiatives ensuring compliance with security standards DR policies and operational controls.
• Document designs runbooks operational guides and roadmaps to ensure clarity and knowledge sharing.

Required Experience & Skills:

• 8 years in infrastructure engineering and management preferably with leadership or mentorship responsibilities.
• Hands-on experience with:
  • VMware stack: vSphere VCF VxRail NSX-T Horizon HCX vSAN.
  • Cloud platforms: Azure AVS Azure DevOps.
  • Automation: Terraform Ansible PowerShell/Bash scripting.
  • Image lifecycle management: Windows Server and Linux RHEL.
  • Infrastructure tools: SCCM Active Directory Exchange SQL.
  • Monitoring: Dynatrace Aria Suite (vROps Log Insight).
  • Backup/DR: Commvault Rubrik DR planning and failover.
• Familiarity with enterprise tools and frameworks such as ServiceNow Confluence and JIRA.
• Strong working knowledge of IT standards policies compliance and governance.

Preferred Certifications:

• VMware VCP Microsoft Azure Administrator/Architect Terraform Associate or equivalent.
• AZ-900: Azure Fundamentals An asset.
• AI-900: Azure AI Fundamentals An asset.

Soft Skills & Attributes:

• Strong communicator able to articulate technical issues clearly across diverse stakeholders.
• Analytical and detail-oriented with a problem-solving mindset.
• Collaborative team player who supports shared success and growth.
• Digitally curious and innovative with a focus on automation and modernization.
• Results-driven with a passion for infrastructure reliability agility and excellence.
• Aligned with CIBCs values of trust teamwork and accountability.

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At CIBC we offer a competitive total rewards package. This role has an expected salary range of $120000 - $140000 for the 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.

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.

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