Application Development Manager

The Jacobson Group; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan

Job summary

The Jacobson Group in Wisconsin is seeking an Applications Development Manager to lead the development and delivery of innovative technology solutions. Build high-performing teams, establish development standards, and drive continuous improvement in collaboration with business and technical partners.

You will oversee application development, database management, and data migration, ensuring scalable and compliant solutions while guiding governance and delivery processes across projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field.
• 10+ years of software development and tech leadership.
• Hands-on experience in software development and database management.
• Experience with the Microsoft stack: .NET, Azure, Azure DevOps, SQL Server.
• Proven ability to establish development standards, governance, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Experience managing life insurance and annuity policy administration configurations.
• Demonstrated leadership to drive change and deliver results in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead a high-performing software development team across disciplines.
• Establish development standards, governance and delivery processes.
• Oversee application development, database management, and data migration activities.
• Configure policy administration systems with version control, documentation and auditing.
• Lead design reviews, code reviews and technical decision-making.
• Manage CI/CD pipelines and lifecycle best practices.
• Collaborate with business and technology teams to deliver scalable solutions.
• Monitor operational metrics and identify areas for improvement.
• Manage resources, priorities, budgets and delivery timelines.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

CI/CD pipelines

Team management

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

.NET

Azure

Azure DevOps

SQL Server

Job description

Job Description

The Applications Development Manager is responsible for leading the development and delivery of innovative technology solutions within a fraternal benefit society. This role involves establishing and maintaining development standards, governance practices, and efficient processes to support the organization’s strategic growth. The manager will oversee application development, database management, and data migration activities, ensuring scalability and compliance across projects. The position requires strategic leadership to build high-performing teams, foster a culture of continuous improvement and collaborate effectively with business and technical partners.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a high-performing software development team across multiple disciplines.
• Establish software development standards, governance practices and delivery processes that promote quality and efficiency.
• Oversee application development, database management, data migration and software delivery activities.
• Develop disciplined policy administration system configuration practices, including version control, documentation, testing, release coordination and auditability.
• Lead design reviews, code reviews and technical decision-making to ensure best practices are followed.
• Manage CI/CD pipelines and oversee the implementation of development best practices throughout the software lifecycle.
• Collaborate with business and technology teams to deliver effective and scalable solutions aligned with organizational goals.
• Monitor operational metrics and continuously identify areas for improvement.
• Manage resources, project priorities, budgets and delivery timelines to meet organizational expectations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• 10+ years of progressive software development and technology leadership experience
• Strong hands-on experience in software development and database management, including design and code reviews
• Experience with the Microsoft technology stack including .NET, Azure, Azure DevOps and SQL Server
• Proven ability to establish development standards, governance practices and CI/CD pipelines
• Experience managing life insurance and annuity policy administration system configuration
• Demonstrable ability to lead technical teams, drive change and deliver results in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication, collaboration and leadership skills
• Life insurance and annuity experience (preferred)

Pay Range

The anticipated pay range for this position is $140,000 to $170,000. We understand salary is an important factor in a job search, and we encourage you to apply even if you feel that your desired compensation may fall outside of the listed range. The final pay for this position is determined based on several factors including but not limited to, relevant experience, skills and certifications, education and training, geographic location, market conditions and internal equity. We are committed to finding the right candidate for this role and are open to discussing how your qualifications align with our needs.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan

Contact

Troy Andrew
IT Recruiter
[e-mail]

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Jacobson Group is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected characteristic as defined by applicable law. We believe that diversity of thought, background and experience strengthens our team and drives innovation. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit and business needs. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process or participate in an interview, please contact us at [e-mail] or [phone] to make a request.