Senior Quantitative Developer

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

This role is a member of the Quantitative Research Team at CIBC Asset Management (CAM). The team is responsible for developing and managing systematic investment strategies across equities and fixed income, as well as improving the investment process of discretionary mandates. As a Senior Quantitative Developer , you will lead the design, development, and optimization of the technology and analytics infrastructure supporting systematic active equity strategies with an AUM of over $5 Billion. You will play a key role in advancing the technology stack used for alpha research and portfolio construction.

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

The expected annualized base salary range for this $130,000 to $170,000.

The base salary is determined by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s skills, experience, and job-related knowledge, as well as geographic location and specific business needs. Our compensation philosophy supports ongoing growth and development, enabling progression within the salary range as team members advance in their roles.

In addition to base pay, compensation for this role includes participation in an annual discretionary incentive or bonus program.

We are committed to providing fair, equitable, and competitive compensation opportunities for all employees and we encourage open conversation about compensation throughout the recruitment process.

How you\'ll succeed

Technology Leadership – Architect, develop, and maintain robust codebases and analytical platforms using advanced programming skills, primarily in Python and SQL, to support systematic investment strategies.

Innovation & Optimization – Continuously evaluate and enhance existing systems for performance, reliability, and scalability. Introduce new technologies and best practices to improve research and investment processes.

Alpha Research Support – Partner with portfolio managers and researchers to translate investment ideas into production-ready analytics and tools.

Collaboration – Work closely with colleagues within and outside the team to identify and resolve business and technology challenges. Act as the main contact point between the quantitative team and the technology team.

Communication – Present and explain technical solutions and system architectures to diverse audiences, including Analysts, Portfolio Managers, and IT professionals, with varying levels of technical expertise.

Who you are

You\'re motivated by collective success. You know that teamwork can transform a good idea into a great one. You know that an inclusive team that enjoys working together can bring a vision to life. You are highly motivated, intellectually curious with effective time management skills.

You have a degree in a STEM field (Computer Science / Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or related discipline).

You can demonstrate experience in strong programming skills (Python required; familiarity with SQL databases preferred). You have proven experience in quantitative analysis, including knowledge of factor models, portfolio construction, and modern portfolio theory. You have strong mathematical modelling skills, you enjoy data analysis, and problem-solving abilities.

You have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences.

You can demonstrate integrity, responsibility, and reliability.

Values matter to you. You bring your real self to work, and you live our values – trust, teamwork and accountability.

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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

• , defined benefit pension plan
• , an employee share purchase plan, 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.

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

CIBC is committed to clarity in our hiring process. All roles posted are opportunities we’re actively recruiting for, unless stated otherwise.

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 test (such as simulation, coding, French proficiency).

We use artificial intelligence tools during the recruitment process. 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

Toronto-161 Bay St., 22nd

Employment Type

Regular

Weekly Hours

37.5

Skills

Analytical Thinking, Decision Making, Professional Presentation, Quantitative Financial Analysis, Quantitative Models, Researching, Research Reporting

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