Manager of IT Innovation
EECU•Fort Worth, TX
•Hybrid
About The Position
We are seeking a forward-thinking Manager of IT Innovation to lead the design, development, and delivery of modern technology solutions that drive operational efficiency, enhance member experience, and support organizational growth. In this highly visible role, you will act as the strategic bridge between business stakeholders and technical teams—transforming ideas into scalable, impactful solutions. You will lead a talented team of software developers and systems analysts while championing digital transformation, automation, artificial intelligence, and continuous process improvement.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field
- 7+ years of experience in systems analysis, software development, or IT leadership
- Proven experience leading design, development, and implementation of complex technology solutions
- Experience in application architecture, system design, and integration
- Experience in modern development frameworks and tools (e.g., .NET/C#, Angular, APIs, microservices)
- Experience in SQL databases, data modeling, and performance optimization
- Experience in DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and automation tools
- Experience in Power Platform (Power BI, Power Automate) and enterprise integration
- Experience in Cloud or hybrid environments
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field
- Experience in financial services or credit union environments
Responsibilities
- Lead, coach, and develop a team of five (5) software developers and systems analysts
- Oversee systems architecture, application development, business analysis, and process improvement initiatives
- Partner closely with senior leadership, IT teams, business units, and external vendors
- Manage project delivery, resource allocation, and prioritization across initiatives
- Serve as a key escalation point to ensure successful delivery of projects and sprint commitments
- Drive performance management, hiring, and talent development
- Define and implement enterprise application architecture strategies and standards
- Develop technical roadmaps aligned with business objectives and emerging technology trends
- Research and evaluate new technologies, identifying practical applications and business value
- Lead prototyping and proof-of-concept efforts to validate solutions
- Partner with business stakeholders to gather requirements and identify opportunities for improvement
- Oversee system design, development, testing, and deployment of applications
- Ensure solutions are scalable, secure, and aligned with organizational goals
- Guide business process re-engineering, automation, and digital transformation initiatives
- Establish and enforce QA standards across all deliverables
- Lead architecture governance and ensure adherence to development standards
- Maintain compliance with applicable regulatory requirements and data security standards
Benefits
- Blue Zones certified for promoting employee well-being
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
