Application Development Manager

We are actively interviewing for this Manager of Application Development position. Please note that this job is managing a team of three developers and is paying up to $200,000 benefits.

If interested please apply now and we will reach out to schedule an interview.

Position Title: Senior Manager / AVP, Application Development & Automation

Reports To: Chief Technology Officer

Location: Bethesda, MD (Hybrid – 4 days onsite)

🎯 Role Summary

We are in an exciting phase of digital transformation, expanding our capabilities in low-code workflow automation and enterprise application development.

The Senior Manager / AVP, Application Development & Automation will lead the growth and maturity of our AppDev practice — overseeing both internal developers and outsourced teams. This leader will drive the design and delivery of solutions using Appian, .NET, Power Platform, and Azure, while implementing a structured SDLC and Agile framework that enhances delivery consistency, quality, and business alignment.

This is a hands-on leadership role ideal for someone who enjoys building from the ground up — setting standards, defining architecture, and shaping the engineering culture. The role works closely with the Product Management, Business Systems, Enterprise Architecture, and Data & Analytics teams, ensuring cross-domain collaboration and end-to-end solution alignment.

⚙️ Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Delivery

• Lead and mentor a small internal team (2–3 FTEs) and manage the outsourced Appian development team (Xebia).
• Oversee delivery of applications and workflow solutions across Appian, .NET, Power Platform, and Azure.
• Establish and institutionalize a Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) and Agile delivery practices across all projects.
• Implement release management, sprint planning, backlog prioritization, and performance metrics for predictability and transparency.
• Partner with the CTO to establish standards, processes, and tools to improve the design-to-deploy lifecycle across AppDev projects.

Solution Design, Architecture & Integration

• Collaborate with business and technical teams to design scalable, secure, and efficient solutions.
• Establish an application architecture that aligns with our broader enterprise and data architecture standards.
• Work with Product Management to translate business requirements into actionable technical designs and intuitive front-end user experiences.
• Provide technical leadership and oversight in UI/UX design, front-end interfaces, and integration between multiple applications.
• Partner with the Business Systems, Enterprise Architecture, and Data Management & Analytics teams to ensure cohesive, integrated solution design.
• Drive adoption of modern DevOps, CI/CD, and code management practices.

Practice Building & Governance

• Partner with the CTO to build and mature the Application Development and Automation practice — including people, processes, tools, and standards.
• Develop Appian and low-code governance frameworks, covering environment management, version control, testing, and design standards.
• Define and track delivery KPIs, quality standards, and team performance measures.
• Manage vendor relationships and ensure effective capacity and quality across internal and external teams.

Business Partnership

• Serve as the primary liaison between AppDev and business leaders, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities.
• Participate in solution ideation sessions with Product Management and Operations teams to identify automation and efficiency opportunities.
• Communicate progress, risks, and recommendations effectively to leadership.

Qualifications

• 10 years in Application Development, with at least 3–5 years leading development or automation teams.

Industry Background

• Experience in financial services (banking, lending, investment, or other regulated sectors).

Technical Expertise

• Strong knowledge of Appian (or similar BPMS), .NET, Power Platform, Azure Cloud, API integrations, and UI/UX design principles.

Architecture

• Proven experience establishing application architectures and integrating multiple enterprise applications.

Delivery Frameworks

• Proven experience establishing and managing SDLC processes and Agile delivery models.

Leadership

• Demonstrated ability to lead mixed teams (FTEs and vendors), mentor developers, and influence without heavy hierarchy.

Communication

• Exceptional written and verbal communication; able to simplify technical topics for business stakeholders.

🌟 Success in Year One

• A defined and operational AppDev and Automation practice, with governance, standards, and delivery rhythm in place.
• A clear and well-documented application architecture established and aligned across platforms.
• Implemented processes and tools that streamline design-to-deploy, improving quality and speed.
• Delivered high-quality applications with intuitive UI/UX and seamless integrations.
• Strong collaboration model established with Product Management, Business Systems, EA, and Data teams.
• AppDev team recognized as a trusted, strategic partner in our digital transformation journey.