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Job Description:

SYSTEMS PROGRAMMING MANAGER

GRADE 30G

We will consider candidates in Mahwah, NJ, Louisville, KY and Alpharetta, GA

The Systems Programming Manager in Windows Automation leads the team in performing research, analysis, evaluation, capacity, planning, design, development, configuration, testing, operational maintenance, protection, and support of Microsoft Windows technologies. He/She researches and communicates new and emerging technologies and influences systems architecture design and development. This position influences the use of industry best practices and available standards, methods, tools, and applications. He/She analyzes, diagnoses, designs, plans, executes, and evaluates operational metrics (i.e., work-to-time, cost, and quality). This position identifies and implements technologies and processes to improve the reliability, efficiency, and availability of the systems environment. He/She performs strategic planning, diagnoses risk and system issues, and takes corrective actions to ensure continuity of operations. The Systems Programming Manager conducts regular staff evaluations, provides coaching and counseling, and is recognized as a thought leader.

Systems Programming Manager may be required to be available for after hours support for critical issues.

Job requirements:

• Using proven experience in application development, project management, complex problem solving, and technical knowledge:
• Manage a team of developers, overseeing Microsoft .NET full stack automation using the Software Development Life Cycle framework and best practices including the use of Lean Agile Methodologies
• Set strategic direction for the design, development, and maintenance of Microsoft technologies including Active Directory Automation Platforms, Windows Deployment and Management Platforms, and Windows Edge Compute Platforms
• Utilize knowledge and experience with security principles regarding software development, deployment, hosting, and maintenance to guide team resources
• Set team budget and project initiatives to meet business requirements
• Evaluate, monitor, and introduce appropriate industry technology to improve automation and UPS technology processes
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels regarding new process requirements, designs, scheduling, implementations, project progression, and deployments
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, business, or related field and/or be a current UPS employee with three years of UPS project and product management experience

Preferred Skills:

• Significant knowledge of Windows development platforms such as Microsoft .NET
• Knowledge of technologies such as DevSecOps principles, Kanban management platforms, and Azure DevOps
• Foundational knowledge of the Windows operating system platform
• Foundational knowledge of the Azure Cloud and Entra platform
• Experience with Project management in an application development environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Process Improvement in software development and security vulnerability management

Last Day Posted Internally: 3/12/25

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $116,640/year to $216,180/year. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to, market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and education/training and a candidate’s work experience. Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance. Hired applicants may be eligible for Medical/prescription drug coverage, Dental coverage, Vision coverage, Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance & Accidental Death and Dismemberment, Disability Income Protection Plan, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k) retirement program, Vacation, Paid Holidays and Personal time, Paid Sick and Family and Medical Leave time as required by law, and Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Program.

Employee Type:

UPS is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.

Other Criteria:

UPS is an equal opportunity employer. UPS does not discriminate on the basis of race/color/religion/sex/national origin/veteran/disability/age/sexual orientation/gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.

Basic Qualifications:

Must be a U.S. Citizen or National of the U.S., an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence, or an alien authorized to work in the U.S. for this employer.