Job Description

Overview

We are currently seeking a

Manager, Application Development

to lead a high-performing team responsible for delivering enterprise-grade application solutions across core banking and supporting platforms. This is a newly created opportunity for a strong leader with a passion for innovation, people development, and technical excellence within the financial technology landscape.

Key Responsibilities

Lead a team of developers responsible for implementing and supporting both vendor-packaged and custom internal applications. Collaborate with internal business units, project managers, and IT teams to deliver solutions aligned with strategic goals. Define and enforce software development best practices, code standards, and governance models. Drive continuous improvement initiatives across development, integration, and support functions. Represent development team needs and challenges to executive leadership and influence key decisions. Participate in project planning and delivery within agile frameworks and cross-functional scrum teams. Maintain technical currency on core application architecture and vendor roadmaps. Ensure adherence to compliance and information security standards.

Must-Have Qualifications

6+ years experience working with financial institution technologies, including one or more of the following: Jack Henry (Symitar, Synapsys, Synergy, SymXchange, ARCU), MeridianLink, Encompass, Alkami, COTS, Image Center, OpCon. Proven experience with software development methodologies, version control, and testing practices. Demonstrated leadership and team management experience, including coaching and mentoring. Ability to effectively influence executive leadership. Familiarity with agile and iterative project management principles.

Nice-to-Have Qualifications

Bachelor's or Masters degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field. Hands-on experience developing, integrating, and supporting core banking applications (e.g., Symitar PowerOn / RepGen). Experience with IBMs AIX operating system. SQL development, HTML, JavaScript knowledge. Understanding of the ITIL framework and related process implementations.

Work Environment

Hybrid work model: expected to be onsite at least 50% of the time over a two-week period. Standard office setup with standard office equipment. Requires use of personal smartphone for multi-factor authentication.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $110,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance
Work Location: In person