Senior Applications Manager

LHH
Aurora, United States of America
yesterday

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Senior
Compensation
$ 160K

Job location

Aurora, United States of America

Tech stack

JavaScript
.NET
Agile Methodologies
Application Frameworks
Application Lifecycle Management
Application Performance Management
Azure
Business Systems
C Sharp (Programming Language)
Continuous Integration
Data Visualization
DevOps
IT Management
jQuery
Scrum
Software Engineering
SQL Stored Procedures
SQL Databases
SQL Server Reporting Services
SQL Server Integration Services
Tableau
Reliability of Systems
Tools for Reporting
Legacy Systems

Job description

You'll partner closely with IT leadership and business stakeholders to modernize systems, improve processes, and lead a small but critical applications team., * Lead and mentor a high-performing applications team (including SQL and business systems resources)

  • Own the full application lifecycle: development, deployment, support, and continuous improvement
  • Drive Agile best practices, including standups, sprint planning, and backlog management (Azure DevOps)
  • Oversee DevOps processes to improve release cycles and system reliability
  • Design and execute test cases, QA processes, and quality control standards
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to define requirements and deliver scalable solutions
  • Evaluate current systems (ERP + custom apps) and recommend enhancements or modernization strategies
  • Provide hands-on technical leadership across:
  • SQL databases (data modeling, stored procedures)
  • C#, .NET, JavaScript/jQuery
  • Reporting tools (Tableau, SSIS, SSRS)
  • Create and maintain documentation, user stories, and training materials
  • Lead end-user training and adoption initiatives
  • Manage third-party vendors and software integrations
  • Monitor application performance, troubleshoot issues, and drive root cause analysis
  • Manage budgets and identify opportunities for cost optimization

Requirements

  • 7+ years of experience in application development or management
  • 3+ years in a leadership or people management role
  • Strong technical expertise in:
  • SQL / database management
  • C# and modern application frameworks
  • Data reporting and visualization tools (Tableau, SSIS, SSRS)
  • Experience working in an Agile development environment
  • Solid understanding of ERP/CRM systems (Sage experience a plus)
  • Working knowledge of DevOps principles and CI/CD practices
  • Proven ability to bridge technical and business teams
  • Experience with QA/testing frameworks and user training initiatives
  • Strong organizational and project management skills

Preferred Background

  • Experience in distribution, manufacturing, or packaging environments
  • Exposure to custom-built applications layered on ERP systems
  • Track record of improving legacy systems and leading transformation initiatives

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