Application development manager

Roles & Responsibilities

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Software and Applications Manager to oversee software development activities, application delivery, and project execution. The role involves coordinating cross-functional teams, facilitating Agile practices, managing stakeholder expectations, and ensuring the timely delivery of software enhancements and application solutions aligned with business requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Facilitate Agile ceremonies, including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
• Coordinate and guide cross-functional software development teams to ensure effective collaboration and timely delivery of project milestones.
• Work closely with Product Owners, Business Analysts, developers, testers, and business stakeholders to define priorities, clarify requirements, and manage sprint deliverables.
• Track sprint progress, identify delivery risks and impediments, and facilitate issue resolution to ensure continuous project progress.

Requirements

• Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Relevant experience in software development management, application management, project delivery, Agile delivery, or Scrum Master responsibilities.
• Good understanding of Agile methodologies, Scrum framework, and software development lifecycle (SDLC).
• Experience facilitating Scrum ceremonies, coordinating sprint activities, and tracking project deliverables.
• Strong stakeholder management, communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to identify project risks, manage dependencies, and facilitate resolution of delivery impediments.

Preferred Skills

• Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), Professional Scrum Master (PSM), or equivalent Agile certification.
• Experience in application enhancement, software implementation, release coordination, and production support.
• Knowledge of Agile project governance, risk management, and stakeholder reporting.