Application Development Manager

Industry Type Banking / Financial Services / Broking
Functional Area IT - Software
Location of Job Manama - Bahrain
Job Description
Work closely with business management to agree business requirements and identify potential application enhancements or new systemsOversee the development of enhancements and new systems to meet business requirementsOversee the selection, customization and installation of packaged systems to meet business requirementsOversee end-user handover of enhancements and new systemsProvide periodical reports to the upper management regarding the status of operational systems and the progress on development projectsAdvise senior management on trends and issues relating to computer systems (including security and technology issues)Manage the development team in the ongoing and future projects developed in Visual Studio. Net, Oracle 9i / 10g and SQL Server.Assign and follow up tasks assigned to the development teamAct as line management for developers.Regularly measure individual and team performance based upon specified goal and targets.Motivate individual and team to achieve higher performance and redirect them to address missed goals and objectives.

Desired Candidate's Profile
Profile
Minimum 5 years of experience in similar position in Banking and Financial Services sector (or retail sector). University degree or higher in the field of Computer Science or equivalentTrack history of application development team management.Good experience in Oracle and SQL development environments.Strong understanding of current security methods for financial institutions.Proven track record in planning and organizational functions with profound understanding of management system structures and applications. Excellent command in English language. Patience and persistency in achieving defined objectives. Professional reporting techniques. Excellent communication skills with high persuasion capabilities Good analytical skills with adequate knowledge in project management Possess a leadership character with flexibility and agility in performingAbility to work under pressure and meet deadlines

Experience 5 - 7 years
Education PG - Master of Technology/Engineering
Nationality Any Nationality
Gender Any

Contact Details
Name Sherry Michael - Projects Consultant
Email sherry.michael@bfc.com.bh
Address
P.O.Box: 243ManamaBahrain- 243
Website http://www.bfc.com.bh