Application Development Team Lead

Vaco Recruiter Services; Mahwah (NJ); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Discretionary bonuses

Job summary

Vaco Recruiter Services in Mahwah, New Jersey is searching for an Application Development Manager. This role requires a hands-on technology leader to manage application development and mentor engineering teams. You will oversee system performance and collaborate with business teams for effective technology solutions.

The ideal candidate has over 7 years of experience in software development and technical leadership, with strong knowledge in application architecture and Agile methodologies. You will drive process improvements and support ongoing system enhancements.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of software development experience with technical leadership.
• Experience leading engineering teams and enterprise application projects.
• Strong knowledge of application architecture, databases, and web technologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead application development projects from planning through deployment.
• Manage and mentor software engineers while promoting development best practices.
• Collaborate with business teams to deliver technology solutions.

Skills

Software development experience

Technical leadership

Application architecture knowledge

Agile methodologies

Excellent communication skills

Job description

Application Development Manager

Overview

Seeking a hands‑on technology leader to oversee application development, mentor engineering teams, and deliver scalable business solutions. This role partners with technical and business stakeholders to drive platform enhancements and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead application development projects from planning through deployment
• Manage and mentor software engineers while promoting development best practices
• Collaborate with business teams to deliver technology solutions
• Oversee system performance, integrations, and production support
• Drive code quality, release management, and process improvements
• Resolve complex technical issues and support ongoing enhancements

Requirements

• 7+ years of software development experience with technical leadership
• Experience leading engineering teams and enterprise application projects
• Strong knowledge of application architecture, databases, and web technologies
• Experience with Agile delivery methodologies
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills

Preferred

• Experience with cloud-based applications and system integrations
• Background supporting high-volume business platforms
• Experience leading distributed or remote development teams

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. As required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan.