IT Applications Manager

Overview

We are looking for an experienced technical lead to design and develop finance-related applications, focusing on mobile and web platforms. You will work closely with business teams and vendors to deliver high-quality solutions on time while managing a team and coordinating project activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop technical solutions for finance domain applications, ensuring performance and timely delivery.
• Review requirements, functional specifications, and technical integration documents.
• Create system integration testing (SIT) and user acceptance testing (UAT) cases.
• Manage change and configuration processes; prepare technical user manuals and system configuration documents.
• Conduct SIT, support business teams during UAT, and oversee technical integration with vendors.
• Provide recommendations on scope changes to project owners and product managers.
• Analyze existing systems to identify improvements and coordinate with vendors for quality solutions.
• Make decisions on solution design, approaches, and workarounds to meet deadlines.

Requirements

• 10-12 years of IT application experience, including 8+ years in mobile and web application development.
• Experience as a technical lead or product owner in finance or non-banking financial company (NBFC) environments.
• Strong knowledge of SQL/Oracle, Unix/Windows operating systems, basic Java, middleware/APIs, XML/JSON, SOAP UI, and application architecture.
• Proven project management and coordination skills with experience managing teams of 8-10 members.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to collaborate with internal IT teams and external vendors.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field.
• Managerial skills in team building, scoping, and delivery management.
• Positive, proactive attitude with flexibility and the ability to build relationships across diverse cultures.