The Application Development Manager is responsible for overseeing the end-to-end software development lifecycle, from planning and design to deployment and maintenance. This role ensures the development of high-quality software applications that align with business objectives, meet performance standards, and adhere to industry best practices. The ideal candidate will lead a team of developers, manage resources efficiently, and collaborate with stakeholders to drive successful project execution.
Key Responsibilities:
- Define project scope, objectives, and success criteria in collaboration with stakeholders.
- Lead the software development lifecycle (SDLC), ensuring timely and high-quality project delivery.
- Establish and enforce coding standards, best practices, and quality assurance measures.
- Oversee application testing, debugging, and defect resolution to maintain system integrity.
- Implement and manage continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines.
- Identify potential risks and create proactive mitigation strategies to prevent project delays.
- Ensure application development initiatives are aligned with organizational goals and strategies.
- Maintain accurate technical documentation covering code structure, system architecture, and development processes.
- Manage vendor relationships to ensure optimal third-party tool integration and performance.
- Lead and mentor cross-functional development teams, fostering a culture of innovation and efficiency.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (Master’s degree is a plus).
- Project Management Certification (PMP, Agile, or equivalent) is preferred.
- 6+ years of experience in software application development and project management.
- Strong proficiency in programming languages used in application development.
- Expertise in Cloud Architecture (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and Solution Architecture.
- Experience with software product management and agile methodologies.
- Hands-on knowledge of data management, security, and database integration.
- Proven ability to lead teams, manage projects, and oversee vendor partnerships.
- Strong problem-solving, negotiation, and communication skills.
- Ability to thrive in high-pressure environments while maintaining a solution-oriented mindset.
