Software Development Manager - Banking project

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline. A Master’s degree in a relevant field is an advantage.
• Minimum of 7 years’ experience as a Technical Delivery Manager or Delivery Manager. (Non-negotiable)
• Minimum of 7 years’ combined experience in software development and project management. (Non-negotiable)
• At least 1 year of hands-on experience leading and managing software development teams. (Non-negotiable)
• Proven track record of delivering end-to-end technical projects, covering planning, architecture/design, development, testing, and production deployment. (Non-negotiable)
• Strong programming background (former developer or equivalent hands-on technical depth), with the ability to assess and guide development work. (Non-negotiable)
• Extensive knowledge of software design patterns, SOLID principles, architectural governance, and technical review practices. (Non-negotiable)
• Hands-on experience across multiple SDLC methodologies, including Agile, Waterfall, and Hybrid models. (Non-negotiable)
• Deep understanding of Agile frameworks, ceremonies, artifacts, principles, estimation techniques, and delivery cadence. (Non-negotiable)
• Proven capability in producing and interpreting technical documentation and artifacts (e.g., architecture diagrams, sequence diagrams, deployment diagrams, technical specifications). (Non-negotiable)
• Working knowledge of collaboration and tracking tools such as Confluence (documentation) and Jira (issue and sprint management). (Non-negotiable)
• Solid understanding of on-premise and cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP), including scalability strategies, security controls, and infrastructure considerations. (Non-negotiable)
• Working knowledge of SQL and NoSQL databases, performance optimization, and architectural evaluation techniques. (Non-negotiable)
• Strong understanding of software testing methodologies (unit, integration, system, regression, UAT) and quality assurance processes. (Non-negotiable)
• Familiarity with defect lifecycle management, root cause analysis (RCA), and preventive quality controls. (Non-negotiable)
• Experience in production release planning, patch management, incident response, and post-mortem analysis. (Non-negotiable)
• Understanding of DevOps principles, CI/CD pipelines, and deployment automation tools. (Non-negotiable)
• Demonstrated leadership skills in facilitating meetings, mentoring engineers, and coordinating cross-functional teams. (Non-negotiable)
• Strong problem-solving capabilities to resolve technical blockers while maintaining delivery momentum and quality standards. (Non-negotiable)
• Knowledge of budgeting, cost estimation, and resource allocation within application system development projects. (Non-negotiable)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into business-friendly language. (Non-negotiable)

Job Description

Job Summary

Reporting to the Solutions Delivery Department Head, the Technical Delivery Manager is responsible for the successful delivery of multi-technology and multi-platform solutions. The role ensures that technical outputs across the Capability and Delivery Division are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with defined quality and architectural standards.

1. Resource & Delivery Management

• Collaborate with relevant units to ensure projects are appropriately staffed based on required competencies and capacity.
• Coordinate with Development Leads and section heads to ensure execution activities remain on schedule and within approved budget parameters.
• Review detailed delivery plans, financial estimates, and resource allocations for application system development initiatives.

1. Requirements & Solution Alignment

• Partner with the Business Relationship Management and Requirements Development teams during the initial assessment of business requirements.
• Ensure technical feasibility, scalability, and architectural alignment of proposed solutions.
• Consult with the Enterprise Architecture and Solutions teams to align projects with technology standards and strategic architecture direction.

1. Quality & Governance

• Work closely with the Quality Assurance division to ensure defects are resolved within agreed turnaround times.
• Conduct technical design reviews, source code inspections, and enforce defect management standards.
• Oversee delivery governance to ensure compliance with internal SDLC, security, and architecture policies.

1. Vendor & External Coordination

• Participate in the evaluation, selection, and technical assessment of vendor systems and third-party solutions.
• Oversee projects involving external developers to ensure adherence to internal quality and architectural standards.

1. Technical Leadership

• Perform Development Lead functions when necessary, including architecture validation, technical risk assessment, and troubleshooting.
• Provide technical direction and mentorship to development teams.
• Drive root cause analysis for major production issues and oversee corrective and preventive action plans