Manager of App. Development

  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • Posted 60+ days ago | Updated 1 hour ago

Overview

On Site
Full Time

Skills

Team Leadership
Reporting
Emerging Technologies
Optimization
Roadmaps
Project Management
Budget
Performance Monitoring
Scalability
Staff Management
Management
Policies and Procedures
Application Development
IT Project Management
C#
Python
Java
COBOL
Team Management
Analytical Skill
Conflict Resolution
Problem Solving
Cyber Security
Regulatory Compliance
SAP BASIS
Law
IT Service Management
Innovation
Collaboration
Recruiting
Insurance
Finance
Professional Development
Training
Leadership
CompTIA
Customer Service
Career Counseling
Oracle Application Express
Apex

Job Details

Job#: 2067818

Job Description:

**If you are interested, please send your resume to Jordan at **

Client: State of OK

Location: hybrid 2-3 days onsite each week in OKC

Contract details: 6 month contract to hire opportunity

Please note we are looking for someone who has either 3+ years of TEAM Lead or Management exp with teams 5ppl +. This is a TECHNICAL TEAM LEAD ROLE reporting to CIO. They are building the team out around this hire.

Job Summary: The Manager of Application Development will lead the modernization and optimization of the agencys application portfolio. This role involves evaluating emerging technologies, collaborating with stakeholders, and overseeing IT projects to ensure they meet business objectives, budget, and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Evaluate Emerging Technologies: Identify opportunities for modernization and optimization of existing systems and applications.
  • Stakeholder Collaboration: Work with agency leadership, business units, and external partners to understand requirements, gather feedback, and ensure alignment with business objectives.
  • Strategic Roadmap Development: Create and execute a strategic roadmap for modernizing the agencys application portfolio, leveraging expertise in C#, Python, Cobol, and Java.
  • Project Management: Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of IT modernization projects, ensuring timely completion within budget and quality standards.
  • Performance Monitoring: Continuously monitor and optimize application performance, scalability, and reliability to meet the evolving needs of the agency and its stakeholders.
  • Security Implementation: Implement robust security measures and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements to protect sensitive data and mitigate cybersecurity risks.
  • Staff Management: Recruit, hire, train, and supervise staff, or participate in staffing decisions.
  • Policy Development: Develop and interpret organizational goals, policies, and procedures.


Qualifications:

  • Proven experience in application development and IT project management.
  • Strong expertise in C#, Python, Cobol, and Java. (Cobol is not a big priority)
  • Excellent leadership and team management skills.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices and regulatory compliance.


EEO Employer

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Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
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