Application Technical Lead

HCL Technologies Malaysia SDN BHD; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology solutions provider in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Senior Application Manager for a 12-month contract role, with an emphasis on application development and team supervision. The candidate should possess extensive IT experience, particularly in the insurance sector, and have strong communication skills. Responsibilities include managing development projects, ensuring efficient IT solutions, and translating business needs into technical implementations. This role offers opportunities to lead key initiatives for improving user experience.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of experience in IT application development.
• 6-8 years in supervisory roles in application solutioning.
• Strong communication and analytical skills.
• Domain proficiency in insurance business operations.

Responsibilities

• Manage the development and implementation of applications.
• Ensure delivery of IT solutions that enhance business value.
• Oversee project planning and execution.
• Translate business requirements into system solutions.
• Lead initiatives to enhance user experience and efficiency.

Skills

ASP & VB.NET

Bootstrap

Telerik

web services development (JSON, SOAP)

Oracle

SQL

Sybase

JAVA

Java Servlet 2.0

Window batch script

XCOM

SFTP

Crystal Report

Share Point

AEM

Education

Degree in IT

Master’s degree in IT

Job description

Supports the Senior Application Manager in executing initiatives aligned with the Division strategy. Manages assigned solution areas and oversees the roadmap for technology platforms or end‑user solutions. Acts as the subject matter expert for key technologies and ensures implementations follow design principles that emphasize flexibility and modularity.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for managing the development, design, and implementation of new applications and enhancements to existing systems.
• Ensures effective and efficient delivery of IT solutions that align with strategic goals and deliver business value.
• Oversees planning and execution of projects, enforces software development lifecycle and quality standards, and ensures system delivery aligns with enterprise architecture.
• Maintains application availability and resolves issues promptly.
• Manages and optimizes team resources to meet business demands, while coaching and mentoring team members to build technical capabilities and drive performance.
• Accountable for solution portfolios, ensuring designs are scalable and meet performance expectations.
• Translates business requirements into system solutions and leads complex projects that support business growth.
• Develops software based on best practices, performs testing, supports user acceptance, and provides second‑level production support.
• Handles medium to high complexity projects, collaborating with vendors and infrastructure teams.
• Leads key initiatives including automation, policy updates, product launches, and system enhancements to improve user experience and operational efficiency.

Requirements

• Degree in IT from an accredited institution. Master’s degree is preferred.
• 8‑10 years of experience in IT application development environment, with 6‑8 years in supervisory experience on the supported IT domain (application solutioning on design and development).
• Sound experience in execution of IT projects with a high level of expertise in system application and technology implementation delivery.
• Strong communication skills with ability to communicate with middle‑management team, internal & external stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Domain proficiency in insurance business and its operations including distribution channels modus operandi is essential.
• Able to work independently and highly self‑motivated.
• Able to work with peers and other stakeholders, a team player.
• Technical skills required: ASP & VB.NET, Bootstrap, Telerik, web services development (JSON, SOAP), Oracle, SQL, Sybase, JAVA, Java Servlet 2.0, Window batch script; XCOM, SFTP, Crystal Report, Share Point, AEM (for future).

Contract

This is a 12‑month contract role with a possible extension.

Location

The work location is either in Jalan Ampang or Bukit Bintang, Jalan Sultan Ismail.