Manager, Application Development - Finance

Role Description

As the Application Development Manager, you will design, implement, and support both vendor-packaged and custom solutions that enhance the core banking platform and other enterprise applications. In this role, you will lead a team of core developers while collaborating with business units to deliver innovative solutions that drive operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and mentor a core development team across scrum teams and business lines, fostering a supportive, collaborative environment that promotes professional growth and innovation.

• Partner with the Enterprise Project Management Office (PMO) on team delivery and stakeholder engagement.

• Drive the implementation of software development best practices, including design patterns, code reviews, and compliance standards.

• Collaborate with external vendors on integrated solutions while staying current with strategic roadmaps.

  • Oversee the design, development, and delivery of business solutions that optimize operational efficiency through technology.

Required Qualifications:

• 6 years of experience with financial institution technologies, such as Jack Henry, Symitar, Synapsys, Synergy, SymXchange, ARCU, MeridianLink, Encompass, Alkami, COTS, Image Center, or OpCon.

• Proven experience in software development methodologies, version control, and testing practices.

• Strong leadership and people management experience, with an emphasis on coaching and mentoring.

• Experience influencing executive leadership.

• Solid understanding of agile and iterative project management methodologies.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• BS/MS in Computer Science, Information Systems, or Engineering.

• Hands-on experience with Symitar/PowerOn/RepGen development.

• Knowledge of IBM's AIX operating system.

• SQL, HTML, and JavaScript development experience.

• ITIL framework knowledge and experience.