Bilingual Manager, Software Engineering

About CMHC

The work you do and the work we do together matters. We come to work every day with a common purpose: to contribute to a well-functioning housing system.

At CMHC, we hold ourselves accountable for our results and support our colleagues in their achievements. We thrive on collaboration, connecting across CMHC and involving the right people to get our work done. Our leadership style is guided by trust, where our leaders favour an adaptive approach based on the needs of their teams.

Join us and be part of a team that's committed to making a real difference and be part of something meaningful.

What’s in it for you

We’ve got the purpose, the people and the perks you need for a fulfilling career. Here’s the comprehensive and generous benefits you get when you’re a permanent employee:

• Annual Paid vacation.
• Annual individual performance incentive.
• Defined benefit pension plan.
• Comprehensive group insurance plan to support your well-being from day one.
• Support towards your personal and professional growth with training, mentorship and more. 
• An inclusive workplace culture and environment.

About the role
Join the Business Solutions Engineering Team, in the Manager – Software Engineering position. In this leadership role, you’ll guide a team of talented technology specialists, fostering a culture of continuous learning, innovation, and technical excellence. Reporting to the Senior Manager of the Corporate Service Team, you’ll be instrumental in shaping software engineering practices, driving delivery excellence, and enabling impactful business outcomes.

What you’ll do:

• Lead and Inspire: Build, mentor, and motivate a high-performing team, creating an environment that values learning, accountability, and excellence.

• Ensure Operational Excellence: Oversee daily operations, maintenance, and support activities to ensure systems stability, performance, and compliance with service-level objectives.
• Drive Results: Manage project execution and operational priorities to deliver high-quality solutions on time and within scope.
• Optimize Operations: Implement and refine operational frameworks that improve efficiency, reduce risk, and ensure smooth delivery across initiatives.
• Promote Best Practices: Establish clear processes and standards that improve efficiency and maintain consistency across initiatives.
• Champion Innovation: Encourage creative thinking and new approaches that enhance our ability to deliver value to clients and stakeholders.
• Champion Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to streamline processes, enhance monitoring, and adopt new technologies that drive better performance and scalability.
• Develop Talent: Provide coaching, feedback, and growth opportunities to team members, supporting their professional development.

What you should have:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• 7+ years of experience in technology or software delivery.
• At least 3 years in a leadership role with direct report employees.

• Proven ability to manage complex software environments, prioritize competing demands, and deliver consistent operational outcomes.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills with a focus on business continuity and risk mitigation.

• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, with a focus on business impact.
• Excellent communication skills in English and French, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.
• A collaborative mindset and experience building strong relationships across diverse teams.

It would be great if you also had: 

• Familiarity with enterprise platforms and agile delivery practices (e.g., D365 F&O, SuccessFactors, Sitecore).
• Understanding of emerging technology trends and their application to enterprise software operations.

Posting closing date: Note, the competition will remain active until filled. 

Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion 

We’re committed to employment equity and encourage women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, veterans and persons of all races, ethnicities, religions, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities and expressions to apply. We also welcome applications from non-Canadians who are eligible to work in Canada.

CMHC is an inclusive workplace where diversity of thought – and of people – are recognized, valued, and considered essential to achieving our mission.

Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion 

What happens after you apply 

We know that applying for a new job can be both exciting and daunting, and we appreciate your effort. Learn more about our hiring process.  If you are selected for an interview or testing, please advise us if you require an accommodation.

If you applied before and you were not successful don’t worry – we're always posting new positions, so don’t hesitate to give it another shot. We’re excited to see what you bring to the table this time around!