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.
To learn more about CIBC, please visit CIBC.com
What You’ll Be Doing
As a Sr. Database Administrator, you will be joining the Platform Shared Services, Application Operations, Database Administration Team. You will be responsible for providing database support to build, migration, performance tuning and incident resolutions as well as addressing questions from application owners and developers, working closely with various CIBC Technology groups. You will also be responsible for day-to-day operational activities for others DBs, managing escalations, modify established procedures, approaches to suit specific situations including 24x7 on-call and production support.
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.
How You’ll Succeed
Projects Delivery - Act as Subject Matter Expert (SME) you will be providing inputs to database standards, designs and best practices ensuring compliance with relevant organizational standards. Research, analyze and support the development and implementation of new and/or revised technology, procedures and standards. You will be working with project managers to develop implementation plans, performing database upgrades and migration activities and adopt agile methodology.
Production Support – Take a leading role in tackling critical complex production problems. Investigate, troubleshoot operational issues and set priority based on severity, risk and/or strategic business needs. You will provide inputs to database standards, designs, best practices and recommend changes to fit specific application requirements.
Collaboration - Work as a liaison with business and technology partners, Technology Leadership, internal and external clients and stakeholders i.e., Solution Design, Database Engineering, Information Security, Architecture teams and external vendors.
Automation: You will assist in automating manual processes using various DevOps tools such as Ansible, Jenkins, Github, Artifactory, & Shell Scripting.
Who You Are
You can demonstrate 7+ years experience in database Administration. You have a strong background in developing design plans for either Oracle (Exadata and non-Exadata) or MS SQL and PostgreSQL database upgrades, patching, and data migration. If your expertise is in SQL databases, you hold the Azure Database Administrator certification. If your expertise is in Oracle databases, you hold the Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) certification. Experience with Ansible automation scripts for code deployment, database migrations, and implementing Security Hardening with Oracle Native Security products (TDE, Vault, OKV, and DBSAT) is an asset.
You have a degree/diploma in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or a similar field.
You are a Problem-Solver. You are proactive and solution-oriented mindset to address challenges and implement effective solutions.
You have attention to detail. You have a high level of accuracy and attention to detail in managing governance processes and compliance requirements.
You act like an owner: You thrive when you're empowered to take the lead, go above and beyond, and deliver results.
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.
*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 [email protected]
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-81 Bay, 16th FloorEmployment Type
RegularWeekly Hours
37.5Skills
Database Migrations, DevOps, Microsoft SQL Server, PostgreSQL, SQL Administration, SQL Databases, SQL Tools, Structured Query Language (SQL), Structured Query Language (SQL) DevelopmentTop Skills
CIBC Toronto, Ontario, CAN Office
Square, 81 & 141 Bay, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
