Manager, Application Development

Manager, Application Development

Location : Broomfield, CO (Onsite / Hybrid if applicable)

Employment Type : Full-Time

Client : Elevations Credit Union

Eligibility : U.S. Citizen or Green Card Holder Only

Salary Range : $115,000 $140,000

About the Role

The Application Development Manager is responsible for designing, implementing, and supporting both vendor-packaged and custom solutions that enhance the organization's core banking platform and enterprise applications. This leadership role oversees a core development team and works closely with business units to deliver high-quality, scalable, and innovative solutions that drive operational efficiency across the credit union.

Key Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, and develop a team of core developers across multiple scrum teams and business lines.

Foster a collaborative, growth-focused team environment that supports innovation and continuous improvement.

Partner with the Enterprise Project Management Office (PMO) to ensure effective delivery, communication, and stakeholder engagement.

Oversee the implementation of software development best practices, including design patterns, code reviews, secure coding, and compliance standards.

Collaborate with external vendors to integrate and maintain third-party solutions; stay current with strategic product roadmaps.

Guide the design, development, and deployment of business technology solutions that improve operational workflows and system efficiency.

Ensure projects follow agile and iterative methodologies and are completed on time with high-quality outcomes.

Required Qualifications

6+ years of experience working with financial institution technologies such as :

Jack Henry, Symitar, Synapsys, Synergy, SymXchange, ARCU, MeridianLink, Encompass, Alkami, COTS, Image Center, or OpCon.

Strong background in modern software development methodologies, version control systems, and testing frameworks.

Proven leadership and people management experience with a focus on coaching, mentoring, and developing high-performing teams.

Experience influencing and presenting to executive leadership.

Solid understanding of agile and iterative project management methodologies.

Bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications

BS / MS in Computer Science, Information Systems, or Engineering.

Hands-on experience with Symitar / PowerOn / RepGen development.

Familiarity with IBM AIX operating system.

Experience in SQL, HTML, and JavaScript development.

Knowledge of the ITIL framework and related practices.