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What You’ll Be Doing

The Director, Software Engineering - US AML Technology leads the technical design, implementation, and production support of CIBC’s US AML and financial crime technology solutions using Databricks and SAS Viya on Microsoft Azure. This role requires expertise in software development, data engineering, and regulatory technology, as well as proven experience managing a high-performing technical team and complex vendor relationships. You will drive CIBC’s US AML technology strategy, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and IT standards.

Work Arrangement: At CIBC we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role. You’ll work in a hybrid environment with the expectation to be onsite at least two days per week in downtown Chicago while the other days may be remote.

How You’ll Succeed

• Software Development and Technology Leadership – Oversee the design and implementation of data pipelines and analytics workflows using Databricks and SAS Viya for AML transaction monitoring and customer risk rating. Develop solution requirements – including system interfaces, data elements, and non-functional requirements – to ensure AML solutions solve business problems and align with CIBC’s technology standards.

• Strategy – Develop the AML technology strategy, leveraging emerging technologies and advanced analytics to ensure compliance, innovation, and effectiveness in financial crime prevention. Stay informed about regulatory changes and industry trends.

• Collaboration – Partner with technology and AML stakeholders, including CIBC’s BSA Officer and our Canadian parent bank’s AML program, to align AML initiatives with organizational goals. Work closely with enterprise architects and cloud engineering.

• Team Management – Lead, mentor, and develop a team of technology professionals, fostering a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous learning.

• Vendor Management – Manage relationships with key technology vendors.

• Compliance & Risk Management – Enable the bank’s compliance with US regulatory requirements, including the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), USA PATRIOT Act, and Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) regulations.

• Communication – Demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Change & Incident Management – Oversee ITIL-based change and incident management processes in ServiceNow to ensure AML technology systems are stable, resilient, and compliant with organizational standards.

Who You Are

• You have at least 12 years of experience in the technology or financial services industry, with a focus on AML and project delivery, including leadership experience. You have a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field OR equivalent certifications and industry experience. Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) certification would be an asset.

• You have hands-on experience using Databricks, SAS Viya, Microsoft Azure, or similar platforms, to design and implement regulatory technology solutions in a cloud environment.

• You can demonstrate experience defining technology strategy, synthesizing complex topics into narratives that persuade business leaders.

• You have a passion for technology and its impact on financial services.

• You embrace and champion change. You'll continuously evolve your thinking and the way you work in order to deliver your best.

• Your influence makes an impact. You know that relationships and networks are essential to success. You inspire outcomes by making yourself heard.

• You’re digitally savvy. You seek out innovative solutions and embrace leading-edge technologies. You can easily adapt to new tools and trends.

• You're driven by collective success. You know that collaboration can transform a good idea into a great one. You understand the power of an inclusive team that enjoys working together to create a shared vision.

• Values matter to you. You bring your real self to work and you live our values - 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 $166,000- $230,000 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.

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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 Mailbox.careers-carrieres@cibc.com

• 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 Fl

Employment Type

Regular

Weekly Hours

40

Skills

Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Application Development, Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), Coaching, Decision Making, Financial Crimes Compliance, Leadership, OFAC Sanctions, People Management, Project Management, Sanctions Screening, SAS Anti-Money Laundering, Solutions Design, Stakeholder Management, Technical Architecture