Job Description

The Application Development Program Manager will be responsible for overseeing the planning, execution, and successful delivery of multiple complex application development projects and programs. This role requires a strong blend of technical understanding, program management expertise, and leadership skills to drive cross-functional teams and ensure alignment with strategic business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

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Program Leadership:

Lead and manage the entire lifecycle of application development programs, from initiation to closure, ensuring adherence to scope, budget, and timeline.

Strategic Alignment:

Work closely with product owners, business stakeholders, and technical leads to define program scope, objectives, and deliverables that align with the organization's strategic goals.

Planning and Execution:

Develop comprehensive program plans, including detailed schedules, resource allocation, risk management strategies, and communication plans. Oversee the execution of project tasks, ensuring timely completion and quality.

Team Management:

Foster a collaborative and high-performing environment. Provide guidance, mentorship, and support to project managers and development teams within the program.

Stakeholder Communication:

Establish and maintain strong relationships with all key stakeholders, providing regular updates on program status, risks, and challenges. Facilitate effective communication across teams and departments.

Risk and Issue Management:

Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate program risks and issues. Develop contingency plans and escalate critical concerns to senior management when necessary.

Quality Assurance:

Ensure that development processes adhere to best practices and standards, leading to high-quality, scalable, and maintainable applications.

Process Improvement:

Continuously evaluate and improve program management processes, tools, and methodologies to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

Budget Management:

Manage program budgets, track expenditures, and ensure financial targets are met.

Vendor Management:

If applicable, manage relationships with third-party vendors and contractors involved in the program.

Qualifications

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Education:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.

Experience:

+ 12 years of experience in program management, with a significant focus on application development or software engineering.
+ Proven track record of successfully delivering large-scale, complex software projects or programs.

Certifications:

Project Management Professional (PMP), Program Management Professional (PgMP), Agile certifications (e.g., CSM, SAFe) are highly desirable.

Required Skills

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Program Management Expertise:

Strong understanding of program and project management methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, Hybrid).

Technical Acumen:

Solid understanding of software development lifecycles (SDLC), modern development technologies, architectures (e.g., microservices, cloud-native), and best practices (e.g., DevOps, CI/CD).

Leadership and Communication:

Excellent leadership, negotiation, interpersonal, and communication skills (written and verbal). Ability to influence and motivate diverse teams.

Problem-Solving:

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen eye for detail.

Risk Management:

Proficient in identifying, assessing, and mitigating program risks.

Stakeholder Management:

Demonstrated ability to manage expectations and communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels, including senior executives.

Tool Proficiency:

Experience with project management software (e.g., Jira, Azure DevOps, Asana, Monday.com) and collaboration tools.

Preferred Skills

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Experience with financial services industry or similar regulated environments. Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP). Experience with data analytics and reporting for program performance.

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Job Family Group:

Technology
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Job Family:

Applications Development
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Time Type:

Full time
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Most Relevant Skills

Please see the requirements listed above.
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Other Relevant Skills

For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.
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