Application Development Manager

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ERP & Modern Integration

We are seeking an experienced Development Manager to lead a team of software engineers delivering enterprise-grade solutions across our ERP landscape and integration platform. This role bridges deep application knowledge with hands‑on technical leadership, ensuring our development practices, service architecture, and API strategy meet the demands of a modern, cloud‑connected enterprise.

• Lead and mentor a team of developers building and maintaining ERP‑integrated applications and supporting service layers
• Own the technical roadmap for application development, aligning delivery with business priorities and architecture standards
• Drive adoption of modern development frameworks and best practices across the team
• Oversee the design, development, and governance of APIs through Azure API Management (APIM), including policy configuration, versioning, security, and developer portal management
• Collaborate with enterprise architects, business analysts, and ERP functional leads to translate requirements into scalable technical solutions
• Manage the full software development lifecycle (SDLC) including sprint planning, code reviews, release management, and post‑deployment support
• Establish and enforce coding standards, testing practices, and CI/CD pipelines within Azure Dev Ops or equivalent tooling
• Partner with ERP vendors and third‑party integrators to deliver reliable, maintainable integrations
• Provide technical escalation support for production incidents and drive root cause analysis

• 7+ years of software development experience, with at least 3 years in a development management or technical lead role
• Hands‑on experience working with or around ERP platforms (e.g., SAP, Microsoft Dynamics 365, Oracle, or equivalent) — understanding of data models, business processes, and integration points
• Proficiency with modern development frameworks such as .NET Core, Node.js, or Java Spring Boot
• Demonstrated experience designing and managing RESTful and event‑driven service layers
• Working experience with Azure API Management — including API policies, subscriptions, products, OAuth/JWT security, and rate limiting
• Familiarity with Azure services such as Azure Service Bus, Azure Functions, Logic Apps, or Event Grid
• Strong understanding of microservices architecture, domain-driven design, and API‑first development principles
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure-as-code, and Dev Ops practices in Azure Dev Ops or Git Hub Actions

• Experience with ERP extensibility models or SDK frameworks (e.g., D365 Finance & Operations X++, SAP BTP)
• Knowledge of OData, SOAP, or EDI integration patterns common in ERP environments
• Azure certifications (e.g., AZ-204, AZ-305, or API Management‑related)
• Exposure to event‑driven architecture using Azure Event Hub or Kafka

• Proven ability to lead, grow, and retain engineering talent in a collaborative environment
• Strong communication skills — able to translate technical concepts for non‑technical stakeholders and business sponsors
• Comfortable operating in an Agile/Scrum environment and adapting delivery approach as needed
  
  Analytical mindset with a focus on quality, performance, and operational reliability