IT Delivery Lead Application Development

An Application Delivery Lead plays a crucial role in managing and overseeing the delivery of software applications within an organization. Here's a general overview of the responsibilities and qualifications typically associated with this role: Responsibilities: Project Management: Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of application projects, ensuring they meet business requirements and deadlines. Team Leadership: Lead and mentor a team of developers, testers, and other IT professionals, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment. Stakeholder Communication: Act as the primary point of contact between the development team and stakeholders, ensuring clear and effective communication. Quality Assurance: Ensure that all applications meet quality standards and are thoroughly tested before deployment. Technical Guidance: Provide technical direction and support to the team, helping to resolve complex issues and make informed decisions. Resource Management: Allocate resources effectively to ensure project success and manage any potential risks or issues. Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices to enhance application delivery. Delivery Leads are expected to play a critical role with our Software Delivery Life Cycle (SDLC). With duties including but not limited to: Assist in cost estimations including all delivery teams, license costs, support costs and any other costs.​ Review Stories at a high-level​ Participate in and support req / discovery​ Communicate to extended team the project objectives and their roles. Communicate options and recommendations to project team. Ensure Design is on schedule.​ Remove roadblocks that prevent design from being completed.​ Ensure build is on schedule. Collaborate with CoEs to Ensure code coverage isn't reduced.​ Start deployment planning Collaborate with the business and testers on testing scenarios. Improve the quality of the test cases​ Work with CoEs to start KT and run support transition Conduct Retrospectives​ Ensure all teams have a comprehensive deployment plan​ Ensure documentation is in place Qualifications: Education: A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Experience: Several years of experience in application development and delivery, with a proven track record of leading successful projects. Technical Skills: Proficiency in relevant programming languages, development frameworks, and tools. Familiarity with Agile methodologies and DevOps practices is often required. Leadership Skills: Strong leadership and team management abilities, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Problem-Solving: Ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues efficiently. Certifications: Relevant certifications such as PMP, ITIL, or Agile certifications can be advantageous.