What are the responsibilities and job description for the IT Manager, Application Development position at Komatsu?
Komatsu is an indispensable partner to the construction, mining, forestry, forklift, and industrial machinery markets, maximizing value for customers through innovative solutions. With a diverse line of products supported by our advanced IoT technologies, regional distribution channels, and a global service network, we tap into the power of data and technology to enhance safety and productivity while optimizing performance. Komatsu supports a myriad of markets, including housing, infrastructure, water, pipeline, minerals, automobile, aerospace, electronics and medical, through its many brands and subsidiaries, including TimberPro, Joy, P&H, Montabert, Modular Mining Systems, Hensley Industries, NTC, and Gigaphoton.
Job Overview
The Application Development Manager will lead the design, development, and support of custom applications on the Azure platform, as well as Power Apps and other low-code/no-code solutions. This role will focus on optimizing application performance, defining monitoring standards, and ensuring operational efficiency. The successful candidate will oversee a team of developers and collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to deliver high-quality, robust applications that support our digital transformation goals.
Key Job Responsibilities
Educational Background:
Komatsu is an Equal Opportunity Workplace and an Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Job Overview
The Application Development Manager will lead the design, development, and support of custom applications on the Azure platform, as well as Power Apps and other low-code/no-code solutions. This role will focus on optimizing application performance, defining monitoring standards, and ensuring operational efficiency. The successful candidate will oversee a team of developers and collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to deliver high-quality, robust applications that support our digital transformation goals.
Key Job Responsibilities
- Lead the end-to-end development of custom applications using Azure, Power Apps, and low-code/no-code platforms.
- Oversee the team’s project workflows, from requirement gathering to design, development, testing, and deployment.
- Ensure development projects meet business requirements, timelines, and quality standards.
- Develop and implement application performance monitoring, alerting, and logging standards to ensure system reliability and responsiveness.
- Work with IT operations to set up proactive monitoring systems and establish performance KPIs for applications on Azure and other platforms.
- Establish incident response and root cause analysis processes for application performance issues, ensuring quick resolution and prevention strategies.
- Oversee the efficient operation of custom applications, optimizing performance, scalability, and security.
- Manage application updates and enhancements, ensuring minimal disruption to end users and maximum benefit to business operations.
- Establish a robust support framework, ensuring timely resolution of application issues and continuous improvement of platform reliability.
- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of application developers, fostering a collaborative and high-performing culture.
- Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand requirements and ensure the successful alignment of technology solutions with business goals.
- Partner with IT security and infrastructure teams to ensure that applications adhere to security and compliance standards.
- Stay current with advancements in Azure, Power Apps, low-code/no-code technologies, and recommend new tools and methodologies to enhance the development process.
- Identify opportunities to streamline and automate workflows, driving productivity and reducing operational costs.
- Promote the adoption of best practices for code quality, reusability, and documentation across development teams.
Educational Background:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Advanced degree or certifications in cloud technologies (Azure) or low-code platforms (Power Apps) is a plus.
- 8 years of experience in application development, with 3 years in a leadership or management role.
- Proven experience with Azure cloud services, Power Apps, and low-code/no-code application platforms, ideally within an industrial or manufacturing context.
- Strong expertise in Azure services, including Azure App Services, Azure Functions, Logic Apps, and Azure DevOps.
- Proficiency in Power Apps and Power Automate, with hands-on experience in developing low-code/no-code solutions.
- Knowledge of DevOps practices, CI/CD, and automated testing frameworks.
- Familiarity with monitoring tools and performance optimization strategies for applications.
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to manage complex technical issues and drive solutions.
- Excellent leadership and team management skills, with a focus on mentoring and empowering team members.
- Strong communication skills, able to effectively interact with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Komatsu is an Equal Opportunity Workplace and an Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
