Manager Application Development / Engineering

enablecomp; Remote; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Franklin, Tennessee, is seeking a Manager, Application Development to lead the evolution of its enterprise application ecosystem. Responsibilities include mentoring a high-performing team, modernizing legacy architectures, and implementing AI-assisted workflows. Candidates should have 7+ years of software development experience, with a strong background in C#, .NET, and SQL Server. This position offers a collaborative environment focusing on innovation and employee growth.

Benefits

Flexible work environment

Professional growth opportunities

Employee support programs

Qualifications

• 7+ years of professional software development experience.
• 3+ years of engineering leadership or management experience.
• Hands-on experience modernizing legacy applications.

Responsibilities

• Lead application development team across backend, frontend, and platform engineering.
• Champion continuous learning and modern engineering practices.
• Oversee code quality, performance, scalability, and security across applications.

Skills

C#

.NET Framework/Core

SQL Server

React

TypeScript

NoSQL databases

DevOps practices

AI-assisted development tooling

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Information Systems or related field

Tools

Azure

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Manager, Application Development is responsible for leading the evolution of EnableComp's enterprise application ecosystem. The Manager, Application Development will lead a team responsible for maintaining and enhancing our existing C# .NET legacy applications running on SQL Server while driving a strategic modernization roadmap centered on React + TypeScript, cloud ready backend APIs, and next generation data platforms, including NoSQL. The Manager, Application Development will combine strong engineering leadership with a forward-looking approach to AI-assisted software delivery, modern development tools, and scalable system architecture.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and grow a highperforming application development team across backend, frontend, and platform engineering disciplines.
• Champion a culture of continuous learning, modern engineering practices, and responsible AI adoption.
• Foster strong collaboration with product, QA, DevOps, UI/UX, and business stakeholders.
• Implement and scale AIassisted development workflows (e.g., GitHub Copilot, agentic workflows, automated documentation, testing, refactoring).
• Introduce AIdriven delivery accelerators such as intelligent code review, automated test generation, and developer productivity insights.
• Ensure secure and responsible AI usage aligned with organizational and industry standards.
• Own the modernization strategy to transition legacy .NET Framework applications to cloudfriendly, modular .NET 6+ architectures.
• Guide the migration of monolithic UIs toward React + TypeScript frontends built for performance, maintainability, and longterm scalability.
• Define patterns, frameworks, and standards for modern API development (REST, GraphQL, eventdriven services).
• Lead the adoption of modern data storage patterns including NoSQL, distributed caching, and eventbased integrations.
• Promote clean architecture, domaindriven design, and best practices for cloudnative systems.
• Oversee code quality, performance, scalability, and security across the application portfolio.
• Ensure the stability and performance of existing legacy applications while planning their evolution or retirement.
• Manage resource planning, sprint execution, risk mitigation, and technology budget.
• Partner with DevOps to mature CI/CD pipelines, testing automation, and deployment strategies.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Information Systems or related field of study required.
• 7+ years of professional software development experience, with strong background in C#, .NET Framework/Core, and SQL Server.
• 3+ years of engineering leadership or management experience.
• Hands-on experience modernizing legacy applications and architectures.
• Practical experience with React, TypeScript, and modern API development.
• Familiarity with NoSQL databases (MongoDB, Cosmos DB, DynamoDB, etc.).
• Strong understanding of cloud platforms (Azure preferred) and DevOps practices.
• Experience with AIassisted development tooling or automation frameworks.
• Timely and regular attendance.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered

Special Considerations & Prerequisites

• Experience leading teams through major technology transformations.
• Understanding of eventdriven architecture, microservices, or domaindriven design.
• Experience with containerized deployments (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Exposure to LLMpowered agent workflows, AI orchestration, or MLOps pipelines.
• Strong communication, coaching, and organizational leadership skills.
• Microsoft and other relevant certifications a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and foresight.
• Willingness to work collaboratively within a group as well as independently when appropriate.
• General office environment; must be able to sit for long periods of time.
• Practices and adheres to EnableComp's Core Values, Vision and Mission.

EnableComp is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V. All applicants will be considered for this position based upon experience and knowledge, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, ancestry, marital, disabled or veteran status. We are committed to creating and maintaining a workforce environment that is free from any form of discrimination or harassment.

EnableComp recruits, develops and retains the industry's top talent. As the employer of choice in the complex claims industry, EnableComp takes pride in our continuous commitment to building and maintaining a culture centered around fostering the professional growth and development of our people. We believe that investing in our employees is the key to our success, and we are dedicated to providing them with the tools, resources, and support they need to thrive and grow their career here. At EnableComp, we are committed to living up to our core values each and every day, and we believe that this commitment is what sets us apart from other companies. If you are looking for a company that values its employees and is dedicated to helping them achieve their full potential, then EnableComp is the place for you.

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