Job Responsibilities:

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  Manage the end-to-end software development and support for respective applications, including analysis, design, development, implementation, testing, and support.
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  As Technical Manager, ensure the quality assurance of team deliverables in accordance with the defined software development life cycle (SDLC) methodology, tools, and output.
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  Plan technical deliverables, including system enhancements and upgrades, to meet project requirements within the allocated budget and schedule.
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  Collaborate with different application teams and/or surrounding platforms to manage technical dependencies of the solution.
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  Plan, monitor, and manage risks/issues related to technical delivery.
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  Provide status updates related to technical delivery to the Project Manager.
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  Work closely with System Analysts, Business Analysts, and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to gather, understand, and finalize functional and technical requirements.
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  Provide system input during the specification phase, including effort estimates and high-level delivery plans based on impact assessments.
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  Partner with the development manager to manage application teams in building enhancements.
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  Partner with the test manager to ensure completion of System Integration Testing (SIT), User Acceptance Testing (UAT), performance testing, and security testing with quality results.
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  Prepare and manage the technical implementation plan across application teams, coordinating technical implementation activities to ensure smooth production cutover and adequate post-implementation support.
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  Escalate issues impacting the project schedule on time and propose workarounds/solutions.
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  Provide timely updates and reports to the Project Manager and senior management.

Job Requirements:

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  Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or equivalent.
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  At least 10 years of experience in IT Project Management, preferably within the financial industry and payment domain.
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  Leadership experience in managing IT delivery teams and implementing large-scale projects.
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  Experience in system development, including functional and technical specifications, and system development.
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  Proficiency in tools like JIRA, MS Project, Excel, and Visio.
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  Good understanding and experience in the software development cycle (Waterfall or Agile best practices).
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  Highly effective communication with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
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  Good problem-solving, analytical, system thinking, and solutioning skills.
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  Excellent negotiation skills and experience in vendor project management.
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  Experience in vendor product management.