Application Development Manager

About the role

As our company continues to grow, the need for a skilled Software Application Development Manager becomes increasingly important. You will lead a team of developers, manage projects, and ensure the software development process runs smoothly. Your commitment to technical excellence, team collaboration, and continuous improvement will be critical in achieving our organizational goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Mentor and manage a team of software developers
• Set clear goals, provide guidance, and ensure deadlines are met
• Foster a collaborative and motivated work environment
• Keep the Lights On: Ensure the stability, reliability, and continuous operation of software systems
• Address any technical issues promptly to minimize downtime
• Collaborate with other departments to meet service-level agreements
• Perform regular performance evaluations
• Identify areas for improvement and provide constructive feedback
• Implement performance improvement plans (PIPs) when necessary
• Collaborate with PMO, architects, product owners, scrum masters, and other stakeholders
• Escalate risks and concerns effectively and timely

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years in software development experience within information technology in a highly regulated field such as insurance or finance
• 5 years minimum within a management role
• Strong understanding of software development methodologies, programming languages, and web technologies
• Proficiency in Microsoft technologies (e.g., .NET, C#, Azure services)
• Excellent supervisory and communication abilities
• Proven experience managing cross-functional teams