Manager IT Application Development Full-time Job

Core Accountabilities:

Develop and implement business applications for processes and end users across EDGE Corporate and its entities

Manage the delivery of applications and enhancements including managing project deliverables, scope, quality, resource management, scheduling, communication, and implementation through design phase, development, and go live

Develop and manage project plan including risk identification and mitigation, scope and budget tracking and post-implementation support planning

Work closely with the Digital Transformation functional tower to define EDGE requirements and design application blueprints

Oversee and lead the development of applications interfacing with EDGE systems, working across multiple stakeholders and internal teams

Identify improvement opportunities and define the plan to drive growth and integration of the EDGE applications landscape

Recommend innovative and cost-effective software development projects and system enhancements

Liaise with the Product/Solution Management team to ensure the successful implementation across EDGE while adhering to EDGE and industry leading quality standards

Oversee performance and progress of all application development projects including integration, testing and commissioning activities, as per planned timelines, milestones and project objectives in coordination with the IT PMO sub-function

Assist in change management and the proactive adoption of application platforms through the development of strategic, targeted employee facing communications at all levels of the organization that demonstrate the value of best practices over current state work processes

Perform any other duties as requested by the reporting manager

Provide input towards budget preparation for the function/sub-function

Identify training and development needs of direct reports

Provide constructive feedback to direct reports and provide inputs to the function and functional tower lead on performance of employees

Maintain knowledge on new and existing KPI requirements and its linkage to corporate KPIs and EDGE’s strategic performance management framework and scorecard

Experience:

Minimum 15 years in Business Application Development

Experience in UAE or Middle East is desirable

Education:

Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology or a related field

Master’s Degree in Information Technology or a related field

Launched in November 2019, the UAEs EDGE is one of the worlds leading advanced technology groups, established to develop agile, bold and disruptive solutions for defence and beyond, and to be a catalyst for change and transformation. It is dedicated to bringing breakthrough innovations, products, and services to market with greater speed and efficiency, to establishing the UAE as a leading global hub for future industries, and to creating clear paths within the sector for the next generation of highly-skilled talent to thrive. With a focus on the adoption of 4IR technologies, EDGE is driving the development of sovereign capabilities for global export and for the preservation of national security, working with front-line operators, international partners, and adopting advanced technologies such as autonomous capabilities, cyber-physical systems, advanced propulsion systems, robotics and smart materials. EDGE converges R&D, emerging technologies, digital transformation, and commercial market innovations with military capabilities to develop disruptive solutions tailored to the specific requirements of its customers. Headquartered in Abu Dhabi, capital of the UAE, EDGE consolidates more than 20 entities into four core clusters: Platforms & Systems, Missiles & Weapons, Electronic Warfare & Cyber Technologies, and Trading & Mission Support.