VP of Systems Development: Tech Strategy & Innovation Leader

MAA; Germantown (TN); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

MAA is seeking a visionary Vice President of Systems Development to lead a high-performing team in shaping and executing a comprehensive IT strategy. You will engage internal stakeholders and external vendors to translate business needs into resilient, scalable solutions for core operations and processes.

The role requires 15+ years in systems development with leadership experience, a strong foundation in modern architectures and data security, and a proven track record of delivering on time and

Qualifications

• 15+ years of systems development and software engineering experience with progressive levels of responsibility are required.
• Experience leading and delivering complex software projects to business specifications on time and within budget.
• Supervisory/management experience at the director level or above required.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, computer science or related technical field required, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Provides strategic direction and leadership to the Systems Development department. Formulates and communicates a clear vision for the organization's systems development efforts, aligning them with overall company goals.
• Proactively identifies and pursues continuous improvement opportunities to support the business needs with software applications that engage and enable users to operate more effectively and efficiently.
• Stays updated with emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices. Oversees the development of software solutions using the latest technologies and frameworks. Adapts the latest technologies and methodologies to enhance the organization's systems development capabilities.
• Implements and oversees Agile/Scrum methodologies to manage multiple projects effectively. Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet high-quality standards.
• Builds and manages a diverse and inclusive team of skilled professionals. Fosters a collaborative work environment and encourages innovation and creativity. Mentors and develops team members to enhance skills and contribute to professional growth.
• Effectively communicates complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Manages relationships with clients, vendors, and internal teams to ensure seamless collaboration and project success.
• Ensures the development of secure and resilient systems by implementing best practices in cybersecurity. Addresses potential cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities proactively.
• Allocate resources efficiently by optimizing costs and ensuring projects are financially viable. Assess the financial impact of technology-related decisions and investments.
• Travels as needed for meetings, events and/or professional development.
• Performs other related duties as assigned to meet the needs of the business.

Skills

C#

T-SQL

JavaScript

Go

Python

Git

Terraform

RESTful API design

SQL Server

.NET Framework

UX/UI

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, computer science or related technical field

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

MAA is seeking a visionary Vice President of Systems Development to lead a high-performing team in shaping and executing a comprehensive IT strategy. You will engage internal stakeholders and external vendors to translate business needs into resilient, scalable solutions for core operations and processes.

The role requires 15+ years in systems development with leadership experience, a strong foundation in modern architectures and data security, and a proven track record of delivering on time and