Associate Director, Development

KPMG-UnitedStates; Baton Rouge (LA); Remote; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A global professional services firm is looking for an Associate Director in Development to lead technical teams and manage complex projects. You will oversee application systems and coordinate with IT management. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in software architecture and project management tools. Strong communication skills and a bachelor's degree are preferred. This role offers a remote opportunity based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

Qualifications

• Minimum eight years of experience in system development lifecycle.
• Experience managing global teams with complex applications.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership for development teams.
• Manage all phases of system development and implementation.
• Act as primary client contact for project requirements.

Skills

Technical leadership

Project management

Software architecture

Agile methodologies (SCRUM)

.NET Framework

Cloud technologies (Azure, AWS)

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Tools

JIRA

Visual Studio 2019

SQL Management Studio

GIT/Bitbucket

Jenkins

SharePoint

Job description

Business Title : Associate Director, Development

Requisition Number : 119891 - 101

Function : Business Support Services

Location : Colchester, VT (Remote opportunity)

KPMG provides audit, tax and advisory services for organizations in today’s most important industries. Joining KPMG means being part of a culture that encourages individual development, embraces an inclusive environment and supports our communities.

Responsibilities :

• Provide technical leadership for onshore / offshore development teams, technical project leaders and developers, and participate in developing / mentoring employees to build high performing teams
• Responsible for all phases of the system development and implementation process including analysis, design, development, testing, and ongoing support for the client area's application systems in an environment of diverse development platforms
• Act as a primary client contact responsible for fulfilling project requirements; coordinate activities with IT management; responsible for project planning, scheduling, status reporting and project budgets; establish and analyze staffing requirements within guidelines; responsible for implementing projects consistent with long‑range IT plans and installation standards
• Develop and execute an application roadmap for existing applications including technology upgrades, maintenance, and issue resolution
• Collaborate with Portfolio Management to monitor all demands in the pipeline and manage implementation of demands
• Maintain relationships with vendors and professional organizations; perform related duties as assigned or requested; lead enterprise level programs and digital transformation initiatives

Qualifications :

• Minimum eight years of recent experience and in-depth knowledge of the system development life cycle, the client’s area functions and systems, and application program development alternatives; experience managing and directing systems development and systems maintenance project teams; extensive experience managing globally dispersed teams
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is preferred
• Extensive experience with resolving complex application and / or business issues; proven ability to juggle multiple projects and work streams; experience with a Project Management Tool (preferably JIRA)
• Experience of Software Architecture and Design Patterns; strong understanding of SOLID design principles of programming and OOP; strong understanding of Agile Methodologies (preferably SCRUM); understanding of Visual Studio 2019, SQL Management Studio, Code Repository Tool (preferably GIT / Bitbucket), Jenkins, SharePoint
• Strong .NET Framework fundamentals, Cloud Technologies (such as Azure or AWS) and deep experience with CI / CD tools such as GIT, Bitbucket, Jenkins, and Azure / AWS / GCP DevOps; extensive working experience of Service frameworks from concept to implementation; advanced working experience of MS SQL and SQL programming
• Excellent verbal / written communication, collaboration, analytical and presentation skills to lead an environment driven by customer service and teamwork; must be able to set goals and participate in strategic initiatives for a team; foster the development of high‑performance teams and interface with all levels of the organization; ability to participate in development of resource plans and structures and influence organizational priorities

All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state and local laws.

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