Vice President, Platform Development

Application Deadline:09/03/2026Address:VIRTUAL13 - HomeRes - ILJob Family Group:TechnologyDevelops, architects, and delivers strategic technology platforms, frameworks, APIs, and shared services that enable business-critical applications and algorithmic trading capabilities across the enterprise. Defines and implements platform strategies that improve developer productivity, scalability, resiliency, and operational excellence. Utilizes creativity and innovation to create reusable technology capabilities that accelerate solution delivery while reducing complexity and risk. Applies deep technical expertise to design and evolve enterprise platforms that support high-performance, distributed applications and data-driven systems. Provides practical solutions to complex engineering challenges through sound architectural design, software engineering best practices, and technology leadership.AccountabilitiesBuilds and evolves large-scale distributed platform services, APIs, frameworks, and developer tooling that enable application and algorithmic development teams.Defines and implements platform architecture, engineering standards, and reusable technology capabilities that promote consistency, scalability, and reliability across solutions.Designs and delivers platform solutions with high availability, resiliency, performance, security, and scalability.Establishes and drives platform engineering best practices, including automation, testing, observability, release management, and operational excellence.Performs as a specialist in all areas of the software development lifecycle and operates as a hands-on technology leader to deliver enterprise platform capabilities.Leads the design, development, and continuous improvement of strategic platform infrastructure, APIs, and shared services supporting critical business and trading applications.Partners with application development teams, algorithmic development teams, infrastructure teams, architecture groups, and business stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver enabling platform capabilities.Operates at a group/enterprise-wide level and serves as a specialist resource to senior leaders and stakeholders.Applies expertise and thinks creatively to address unique or ambiguous situations and to find solutions to problems that can be complex and non-routine.Evaluates emerging technologies, industry trends, and engineering practices and implements changes that improve platform capabilities and developer effectiveness.Champions modernization initiatives, cloud adoption strategies, automation, and engineering productivity improvements across the organization.Broader work or accountabilities may be assigned as needed.Take measured risks while protecting the bank by applying our Risk Management Framework in the execution of your role, in line with our Risk Culture and within our approved Risk Appetite, making sound and risk-informed decisions that align to business strategy, protect assets, and adhere to applicable policy documents (Frameworks, Policies, Standards, Procedures and Supporting documents), laws and regulations.QualificationsIntermediate Level of ProficiencyAdaptability.Learning Agility.Building and managing relationships.Strategic thinking.Stakeholder management.Advanced Level of ProficiencyPlatform Architecture.Distributed Systems.API Design and Management.Cloud Computing and Modern Infrastructure.Software Engineering.Systems Design.Computer Science.Programming.Data Structures and Algorithms.Automation and DevOps Practices.Reliability Engineering and Observability.Technology Strategy.Creative thinking.Verbal & written communication skills.Analytical and problem solving skills.Collaboration & team skills; with a focus on cross-group collaboration.Able to manage ambiguity.Data-driven decision making.Technology governance and risk management.Typically 7+ years of relevant experience and post-secondary degree in related field of study or an equivalent combination of education and experience.Seasoned professional with a combination of education, experience and industry knowledge.Salary:$100,000.00 - $220,000.00Pay Type: SalariedThe above represents BMO Financial Group’s pay range and type.Salaries will vary based on factors such as location, skills, experience, education, and qualifications for the role, and may include a commission structure. Salaries for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on number of hours regularly worked. For commission roles, the salary listed above represents BMO Financial Group’s expected target for the first year in this position.BMO Financial Group’s total compensation package will vary based on the pay type of the position and may include performance-based incentives, discretionary bonuses, as well as other perks and rewards. BMO also offers health insurance, tuition reimbursement, accident and life insurance, and retirement savings plans. To view more details of our benefits, please visit: About UsAt BMO we are driven by a shared Purpose: Boldly Grow the Good in business and life. It calls on us to create lasting, positive change for our customers, our communities and our people. By working together, innovating and pushing boundaries, we transform lives and businesses, and power economic growth around the world.As a member of the BMO team you are valued, respected and heard, and you have more ways to grow and make an impact. We strive to help you make an impact from day one – for yourself and our customers. We’ll support you with the tools and resources you need to reach new milestones, as you help our customers reach theirs. From in-depth training and coaching, to manager support and network-building opportunities, we’ll help you gain valuable experience, and broaden your skillset.To find out more visit us at BMO is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or any other legally protected characteristics. We also consider applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.BMO is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to View email address on click.appcast.io and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.Note to Recruiters: BMO does not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to BMO, directly or indirectly, will be considered BMO property. BMO will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. A recruiting agency must first have a valid, written and fully executed agency agreement contract for service to submit resumes.SummaryLocation: Chicago, IL, USAType: Full time