Associate Director, Java Technology

Associate Director of Technology

Manages the development, implementation and maintenance of software applications that are of a strategic or business-critical nature. Develops project plans, and time and cost estimates. Provides direction and leadership to a team of applications developers including the scheduling, assignment, and review of project work. Tracks, monitors, and communicates project progress against the project plan and key milestones. Likely to be actively involved in the execution of the technically complex aspects of projects.

This position will follow our hybrid work model, we expect the selected candidate to be in office 2-3 days a week(10-12 days a month) at the following office location : St. Petersburg, FL.

The Associate Director of Technology will have extensive interaction with all management levels and other internal stakeholders to deliver the roadmap for Enterprise Services & Platforms. With strong industry expertise in designing and building high-performance applications using Java technologies, the candidate will identify and resolve complex information technology challenges. The role oversees multiple teams responsible for application development, modification, and maintenance. Possessing in-depth knowledge of solution architecture, development tools, and programming languages, along with strong people management skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with business partners, the individual will drive technical excellence and strategic initiatives to support organizational goals.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple teams of specialized developers and analysts and be responsible for growing the team, maturing processes, adhering to service level objectives and agreements, project management activities, and resource management across multiple geographic locations.
• Coach and develop the team to draw the best performance out of each team member and push them to grow and stretch their skills and abilities.
• Strong experience with all phases of SDLC lifecycle. Hands-on experience as a technical leader with Java, Spring, SQL, Integration Frameworks, Micro services, Automation, Cloud journeys, solution architecture.
• Organize production support activities across multiple time zones.
• Work with our business partners to understand requirements, design IT solutions and ensure they meet the business needs balanced with a pragmatic approach to design.
• Ensure that the team maintains high performance, maintainability, and quality standards for software.
• Influence the prioritization of business unit technology projects, optimal project structure and project administration to ensure strategic business objectives are met and risk is managed.
• Focus on workforce management to accurately capture IT resource capacity involving resources (internal and / or external), processes and practices.
• Develop and maintain development methodology and ensures all team members understand their responsibilities in this process.
• Work a non-standard schedule including nights and weekends and have on call responsibilities (primary contact for any issue in the area)

Skill

Education

Bachelor's : Computer and Information Science (Required), Bachelor's : Computer Engineering, Bachelor's : Data Science

Work Experience

Manager Experience - 6 to 10 years

Certifications

Travel

Less than 25%

Workstyle

Hybrid

At Raymond James our associates use five guiding behaviors (Develop, Collaborate, Decide, Deliver, Improve) to deliver on the firm's core values of client-first, integrity, independence and a conservative, long-term view. We expect our associates at all levels to : Grow professionally and inspire others to do the same Work with and through others to achieve desired outcomes Make prompt, pragmatic choices and act with the client in mind Take ownership and hold themselves and others accountable for delivering results that matter Contribute to the continuous evolution of the firm

At Raymond James as part of our people-first culture, we honor, value, and respect the uniqueness, experiences, and backgrounds of all of our Associates. When associates bring their best authentic selves, our organization, clients, and communities thrive. The Company is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of merit and business needs.