Director of Software Applications

Project HOME; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 109,495 - 133,828; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Paid parental leave

Sabbatical leave

Wellness programs

Professional development

Job summary

Project HOME in Philadelphia seeks a Director of Software Applications to lead the strategy for our software platforms, business applications, and data warehouse that power our mission-driven work.

You will partner with departments across the organization to modernize our application ecosystem, guide data warehouse development, and ensure technology is reliable, secure, and scalable while developing the IT team and serving as a key technology partner to senior leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related technical field.
• 5+ years leading software applications and data warehouse teams.
• 5+ years IT and telecommunications leadership experience.
• 5+ years of budget development and management.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Shape technology strategy in support of mission, operations, and growth.
• Lead development and lifecycle management of applications and data warehouse.
• Oversee IT and Telecommunications environments, ensuring reliability and security.
• Develop and manage annual IT operating and capital budgets.
• Negotiate IT contracts and vendor relationships.
• Lead IT audits and remediate findings.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Communication

Project management

Team development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field

Tools

Salesforce

ERP systems

HRIS

Job description

Project HOME is a nationally recognized nonprofit dedicated to ending homelessness and poverty in Philadelphia, providing integrated housing, healthcare, education, and employment services across the city. As Director of Software Applications, you will lead the strategy behind the software platforms, business applications, and data warehouse that power our mission-driven work, from the systems our clinical and housing teams rely on every day to the data infrastructure that helps leadership make informed decisions. You will partner with departments across the organization to modernize and manage our application ecosystem, guide data warehouse development, and ensure the technology behind our services is reliable, secure, and built to scale. This role also leads and develops our IT team and serves as a key technology partner to the VP of Information Technology and Project HOME's Senior Management Team. If you are a servant leader who thrives on strong application architecture, translating data into insight, and building systems that support people doing life-changing work, we want to hear from you.

• Location:1415 Fairmount Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19130 (JBJ Soul Homes)
• Hybrid: Eligible for 2 remote days
• Compensation:$121,662 annually

What You'll Do

Strategy & Applications Leadership

• Serve as a key member of Project HOME's Senior Management Team, shaping technology strategy in support of our mission, operations, and growth.
• Partner with departments across Project HOME to identify where software applications and data can better support their work.
• Set the short and long-term roadmap for technology investments, software applications, and data warehouse development.
• Lead the development, integration, and lifecycle management of Project HOME's business applications and data warehouse, ensuring accurate, accessible data across the organization.

Team & Operations Management

• Oversee the Information Technology and Telecommunications environments, ensuring platforms and applications remain reliable and secure.
• Supervise and develop the IT team, completing annual performance evaluations and identifying professional growth opportunities.
• Support the technology design and implementation for new capital projects.
• Develop and manage annual IT operating and capital budgets, including organization-wide technology expenses.
• Negotiate, review, and manage IT and software vendor contracts, consultant relationships, and procurement processes.
• Develop and maintain IT security and disaster recovery plans, including equipment asset management and tracking.
• Lead the IT portion of Project HOME's annual audits, directing resolution of any findings.

What You Bring

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related technical field required, or equivalent certification and work experience.
• 5+ years of progressively responsible experience in software application development and data warehouse management.
• 5+ years of IT and telecommunications leadership experience.
• 5+ years of management and administrative experience, including supervising technical staff.
• 5+ years of experience developing and managing budgets.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Valid driver's license required.

Core Skills

• Strong leadership, teamwork, and management skills.
• Strong technical and analytical skills across enterprise software applications and data platforms.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to build relationships internally and externally.
• Strong organizational skills.

What You May Bring

These are not required, but they would help you succeed in this role:

• Experience in social service or other nonprofit organizations.
• Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or Business Administration.
• Experience with enterprise platforms such as ERP, HRIS, or CRM systems (for example, Salesforce).
• Familiarity with finance and accounting systems (for example, Blackbaud or Adaptive Planning).

What We Offer

Project HOME is committed to supporting the well-being of our employees through a comprehensive benefits package. Eligible employees enjoy:

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with low employee costs
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Generous Paid Time Off, including paid sabbatical leave
• Employee wellness programs
• Professional development and career growth opportunities

Who We Are

Project HOME is a nationally recognized nonprofit organization dedicated to ending homelessness and poverty in Philadelphia. Through integrated housing, healthcare, education, employment, and supportive services, we empower individuals to break the cycle of homelessness and achieve lasting stability.

We believe every person deserves dignity, opportunity, and the support needed to thrive. Our employees are united by compassion, respect, and a commitment to creating stronger, healthier communities.

ProjectHOME providesequal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment,without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, genderidentity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, geneticinformation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or locallaws. Project HOME prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type.

Project HOME conducts background checks, reference checks, and drug screenings on all final candidates as a condition of employment.