Application Development Manager

About Our Award-Winning Client

Our Award-Winning Client is a nationally recognized financial institution known for innovation, operational excellence, and a strong commitment to technological advancement. They have earned multiple industry accolades for their leadership in digital transformation and exceptional service, making them a premier destination for professionals seeking career growth in the financial technology sector.

Position Overview

The Manager, Application Development will lead the design, development, and implementation of enterprise applications that enhance core banking operations and optimize digital solutions. This role involves managing vendor-packaged and custom-built applications while ensuring seamless integration with financial institution technologies. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical expertise, leadership capabilities, and a strategic mindset for driving technological advancements.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the design, development, and implementation of core banking applications, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Lead a team of application developers, providing mentorship, coaching, and professional development opportunities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, secure, and scalable enterprise solutions.
• Implement best practices for software development methodologies, version control, and testing strategies.
• Influence executive leadership by providing strategic insights on technology roadmaps and innovation initiatives.
• Develop and enforce coding standards, governance policies, and compliance measures to ensure regulatory adherence.
• Manage vendor relationships and stay informed on emerging technologies, software updates, and industry trends.
• Oversee agile and iterative project management methodologies, ensuring project milestones are met efficiently.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives by soliciting user feedback, analyzing performance metrics, and identifying enhancement opportunities.
• Support the core banking platform (Symitar) and other enterprise applications by leading integration and customization efforts.
  
  

Candidate Requirements

Must-Haves

• Six (6) years of experience with financial institution technologies, including but not limited to Jack Henry (Symitar, Synapsys, Synergy, SymXchange, ARCU), MeridianLink, Encompass, Alkami, COTS, Image Center, and OpCon.
• Proven expertise in software development methodologies, version control, and quality assurance practices.
• Strong background in leadership, coaching, mentoring, and motivating teams for successful project delivery.
• Ability to influence executive leadership and drive technology initiatives.
• Understanding of agile project management principles and iterative software development practices.
  
  

Nice-to-Haves

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field.
• Hands-on experience in developing, integrating, and supporting core banking applications (Symitar/PowerOn/RepGen).
• Knowledge of IBM AIX operating systems.
• Experience with SQL development, HTML, and JavaScript.
• Familiarity with the ITIL framework and experience implementing standardized engineering processes.
  
  

Skills: javascript,html,application,core banking applications,core banking,encompass,ibm aix,software development methodologies,jack henry,business units,testing practices,meridianlink,enterprise,financial institution technologies,sql,symitar,version control