Manager, Application Development

Job Juncture; Broomfield (CO); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Manager of Application Development to lead innovative solutions in core banking systems. This pivotal role involves overseeing a talented team, driving technology initiatives, and ensuring alignment with strategic goals. You'll have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge banking platforms while enjoying a competitive salary and a hybrid work model that offers flexibility. Collaborate directly with executive leadership to influence IT strategy and make a significant impact on the future of banking technology. If you're passionate about leading teams and enhancing banking applications, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

5 weeks of PTO

Paid parental leave

Flexible remote work

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in financial institution technologies.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of core banking developers to ensure project success.
• Optimize core banking platforms and drive application modernization.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Software Engineering

Version Control (Git)

Agile Project Management

Financial Institution Technologies

Education

Masters Degree in Computer Science

Tools

Symitar/Episys

Jack Henry

IBM iSeries (AS/400)

SQL

JavaScript

RPG

Job description

The Manager of Application Development is responsible for leading the design, implementation, and support of both vendor-packaged and custom-built internal solutions that enhance core banking systems and enterprise applications. This role ensures alignment with strategic plans and technology roadmaps, focusing on efficiency, scalability, and innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead a team of core banking developers, ensuring project success and system reliability.
• Oversee software development methodologies, CI/CD pipelines, and testing practices.
• Work with executive leadership to drive technology initiatives and influence IT strategy.
• Optimize core banking platforms such as Symitar/Episys, Jack Henry, Synergy, Synapsys, MeridianLink, Encompass, and IBM iSeries (AS/400).
• Implement agile development and iterative project management methodologies.
• Manage cross-functional collaborations with business units, IT teams, and external vendors.
• Drive application modernization, ensuring compliance with security and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor and enhance code quality, governance, and best practices.

Qualifications

Must-Haves:

• 6+ years of experience in financial institution technologies (Core Banking, Loan Origination, CRM, Digital Banking).
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with experience in mentoring, coaching, and professional development.
• Hands-on expertise in software engineering, version control (Git), and software testing practices.
• Ability to influence executive leadership and drive strategic technology decisions.
• Solid understanding of agile project management principles.

Nice-To-Haves:

• Masters Degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field.
• Hands-on experience in core banking application development (Symitar/Episys, Jack Henry, PowerOn, etc.).
• Familiarity with IBMs AIX operating system.
• Proficiency in RPG, SQL, XML, JavaScript, and UI/UX frameworks.
• Experience implementing IT governance frameworks and software engineering processes.

Why is This a Great Opportunity:

• Work in a leadership role driving innovative application development in banking technology.
• Competitive salary and benefits package, including 5 weeks of PTO and paid parental leave.
• Hybrid work model, with flexibility to work remotely up to 50% of the time.
• Direct collaboration with executive leadership, influencing strategic technology decisions.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge banking platforms and enterprise applications.

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