Director of Application Development

First Legal Investigations • Phoenix, AZ

30d • $200,000 - $225,000 • Remote

About The Position

As the Director of Application Development, you will be responsible for leading a team of developers and architects in the design, development, and delivery of enterprise-level applications. Your leadership will ensure high-quality software development, system integration, and continuous improvement of applications across the business. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to define application strategies that align with organizational goals.

Requirements

• Bachelor's with 15 years of Relevant Work Experience or master's degree in computer science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field with 10 years of Relevant Work Experience.
• 15+ years of experience in application development with increasing leadership responsibility.
• 15+ years of hands-on experience with Java, JSP, (React or Vue JS) in enterprise environments.
• 3+ years of experience working with Salesforce (Service Cloud, Sales Cloud, or custom applications).
• Proven experience managing large-scale, cross-functional software development projects.
• Experience in development and deployment of Enterprise CRM (Salesforce preferred) applications along with Progressive B2B Web Apps.
• Strong background in Java-based enterprise application development.
• Experience with JSP, Servlets, Spring Framework, and RESTful APIs.
• Proficiency in Salesforce development, including Apex, Visualforce, Lightning Components, and Salesforce integrations.
• Familiarity with DevOps tools (Git, Jenkins, Maven, etc.) and agile methodologies (Scrum, SAFe, Kanban).
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated success leading diverse teams and aligning technical initiatives with business strategy.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to innovation and continuous improvement.

Nice To Haves

• Salesforce certifications (e.g., Salesforce Certified Platform Developer, Administrator).

Responsibilities

• Define and drive the overall application development strategy in alignment with business objectives.
• Lead the roadmap for new and existing applications, ensuring scalability, performance, and security.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and tools to enhance development efficiency and application quality.
• Lead, mentor, and grow a high-performing team of software developers, Salesforce engineers, and application architects.
• Foster a collaborative, agile, and innovation-driven development environment.
• Oversee hiring, training, and career development for the application development team.
• Provide technical leadership for the development of web-based applications using Java, JSP, and related frameworks.
• Oversee the integration and customization of Salesforce applications across departments.
• Ensure adherence to coding standards, best practices, and architecture principles.
• Oversee the end-to-end application lifecycle: requirements gathering, design, development, testing, deployment, and support.
• Manage project budgets, timelines, and resource allocations to ensure successful delivery.
• Collaborate with business units and stakeholders to prioritize and manage application initiatives.
• Implement quality assurance processes, including code reviews, automated testing, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Ensure all applications meet internal standards for reliability, performance, and security.
• Drive documentation, compliance, and risk mitigation efforts in line with IT governance policies.

Benefits

• Health, Vision, & Dental Benefits
• Wellness & Mental Health: Shared benefits available for employees and their families
• Paid Time Off: Encouraging work-life balance and personal well-being
• 401(k) Plan: Access provided through Merrill Lynch
• Monthly Internet Stipend

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Industry: Administrative and Support Services
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees