IT Applications Program Manager

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and proactive IT Applications Program Manager to lead and manage our internal IT applications projects & team. The ideal candidate should have a strong understanding of application development and architecture, particularly in PHP, Kotlin, Swift, Node.js, and Angular. While coding is not a requirement, the candidate should be capable of reviewing code, guiding developers, and ensuring best practices in software development and deployment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the internal IT team responsible for application development and maintenance.
• Oversee the lifecycle of web and mobile applications built using PHP, Kotlin, Swift, Node.js, and Angular.
• Review and comprehend code to ensure quality, scalability, and maintainability.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to the developers.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align IT initiatives with business goals.
• Ensure timely delivery of projects and adherence to industry standards.
• Manage vendor relationships and third-party integrations where necessary.
• Monitor application performance and implement improvements.
• Maintain documentation and ensure compliance with IT policies and security standards.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelors or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• 15+ years of experience in IT, with at least 5 years in a managerial or team lead role.
• Strong understanding of application development in PHP, Kotlin, Swift, Node.js, and Angular.
• Should have managed Dealer Management System (DMS) and Service CRM in past organizations.
• Ability to comprehend and review code.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in managing mobile and web application projects.
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines is a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent MS word, Excel and PowerPoint presentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing or industrial sectors.
• Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Exposure to SAP systems and enterprise-level integrations.
• Project Management certifications like PMP, Prince2 are preferred.
• ITIL certification is preferred.