JDE Application Development manager

Calqulate; Lawrence (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Calqulate Metrics Ltd in the United States, Massachusetts, is seeking an Application Development Manager to lead design, development, and support of business-critical applications, including JD Edwards ERP. You will manage a team of developers, set priorities, coach talent, and ensure technology solutions align with business goals.

This role drives continuous improvement, oversees the full lifecycle of applications, and maintains fiscal accountability for projects and tools, requiring strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in application development, with at least 2 years in a leadership or management role.
• Experience working in a manufacturing and/or distribution environment strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee design, development, and support of business-critical applications.
• Manage a team of developers and set priorities.
• Coach talent and align technology with business goals.
• Drive continuous improvement across the full application lifecycle.
• Maintain fiscal accountability for development projects and tools.

Skills

JD Edwards OMW/BSFN/UBE

SQL / RPG

ERP integrations

Leadership

Cross-functional communication

DevOps practices

Agile/Scrum

Modern development tools

Budget management

Problem solving

Education

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

Tools

Project tracking systems

Job description

The Application Development Manager oversees the design, development, and support of business-critical applications, including JD Edwards ERP and other internal systems. This leadership role is responsible for managing a team of developers, setting priorities, coaching talent, and ensuring technology solutions align with business goals. The manager drives continuous improvement, oversees the full application lifecycle, and maintains fiscal accountability for development projects and tools.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong understanding of JD Edwards EnterpriseOne or World development environments (OMW, BSFN, UBE, etc.).
• Familiarity with SQL, RPG, or other relevant programming languages and frameworks.
• Experience managing integrations between ERP and external systems.
• Comfortable with modern development tools and project tracking systems.
• Proven ability to lead and coach technical teams.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work cross‑functionally with business stakeholders.
• Demonstrated success in aligning IT development with business strategy and measurable outcomes.
• Experience managing budgets and optimizing resources within IT or application teams.
• Strong problem‑solving mindset and commitment to continuous improvement.
• Hands on experience with modern software architecture, development methodologies (Agile/Scrum), and DevOps practices.
• Experience with enterprise systems such as ERP, CRM, or manufacturing management platforms.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills.

Education, Experience, and Special Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in application development, with at least 2 years in a leadership or management role.
• Experience working in a manufacturing and/or distribution environment strongly preferred.